Sony PXW-Z450 User Manual

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Solid-State Memory Camcorder

Operating Instructions

4-693-039-13 (1)

PXW-Z450

Software Version 3.0

0002

1. Overview

Name and Function of Parts .............................................. 3

Screen Display .................................................................. 13

2. Preparation

Preparing a Power Supply ............................................... 20

Attaching a Viewfinder .................................................... 21

Using the Camcorder for the First Time...........................23

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens ...................................24

Preparing the Audio Input System .................................. 25

Attaching and Adjusting Peripheral Devices ...................26

Handling SxS Memory Cards ........................................... 27

Handling SD Cards for Saving Configuration Data .......... 29

Using a Media Adaptor .................................................... 30

3. Settings and Adjustments

Format Settings ................................................................ 31

Expansion of Imaging Dynamic Range ...........................37

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance ............ 38

Setting the Electronic Shutter .......................................... 40

Setting Auto Iris ...............................................................41

Adjusting the Audio Level ............................................... 42

Setting Time Data ............................................................ 44

5. Network Configuration

Network Functions Supported by the Camcorder...........58

Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN ......................... 59

Connecting to the Internet ..............................................63

Transferring Files .............................................................. 67

Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio ...................... 69

Streaming High Quality Video ......................................... 70

Using Wi-Fi Remote Control ............................................71

Configuring from the Web Menu .................................... 73

Supported Network Functions and Operating

Limitations ............................................................... 78

6. Clip Operations

Clip Operations on the Thumbnail Screen.......................79

Thumbnail Menu ............................................................. 85

7. Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Organization ................................................ 86

Basic Setup Menu Operations .......................................... 88

Editing the User Menu ..................................................... 90

Menu List ..........................................................................92

Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches ................117

8. Saving and Loading User Configuration Data

9. Connecting External Devices

Connecting a Remote Control Unit ................................127

Connecting an External Monitor ....................................129

Managing/Editing Clips with a Computer ....................130

Configuring a Shooting and Recording System ............132

Recording External Input Signals...................................135

10. Maintenance and Inspection

Maintenance ..................................................................136

Error/Warning System ...................................................137

11. Appendix

Messages Displayed During Operation..........................140

Items Saved in User Data ...............................................146

Special Recording Support by Recording Format .........156

Picture Cache Rec Mode Settings ..................................157

Usage Precautions ..........................................................158

Specifications .................................................................160

4. Shooting

Basic Operations ............................................................... 46

Advanced Operations .......................................................48

Proxy Data ........................................................................ 53

Planning Metadata .......................................................... 55

Obtaining Location Information (GPS) ............................57

User Configuration Data .................................................120

User Files ........................................................................121

ALL Files .........................................................................122

Scene Files ......................................................................123

Reference Files ...............................................................124

Lens Files ........................................................................125

Gamma Files...................................................................126

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Name and Function of Parts

Power Supply

5. Battery attachment shoe

Attach a BP-FLX75 Battery Pack. Alternatively, you can attach an AC-DN2B/DN10 AC Adaptor to operate the camcorder from an AC power supply.

“Preparing a Power Supply” (page 20)

[Note]

For your safety, and to ensure proper operation of the camcorder, Sony recommends the use of the BP-FLX75 Battery Pack.

6. Camera adaptor connector

Enables connection of a CA-TX70/FB70 HD Camera Adaptor. To connect an adaptor, remove the cover.

[Note]

Not supported in the return video display by the camcorder.

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2 3

1. LIGHT (video light) switch

Determines how a video light connected to the LIGHT connector (page 4) is turned on and off. AUTO: When the POWER switch of the video light

is in the on position, the video light is turned on automatically while the camcorder is recording.

MANUAL: You can turn the video light on or off

manually, using its own switch.

[Note]

When the camcorder is set for recording in Picture Cache Rec mode, it is not possible to turn on the light before operation to start recording is carried out (or while data is being stored in memory).

2. POWER switch

Turns the main power supply on () and off ().

3. DC IN (DC power input) connector (XLR type,

4-pin, male)

4. DC OUT 12V (DC power output) connector

(4-pin, female)

Supplies power for an optional WRR855S/860C/861/862 UHF Synthesizer Diversity Tuner or HDVF-L750 Viewfinder (maximum 1.8 A).

[Note]

Do not connect any equipment other than the UHF synthesized diversity tuner.

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Accessory Attachments

1. Wireless receiver insertion slot (page 25)

“Attaching a Wireless Receiver” (page 25)

2. Shoulder strap fitting (page 26)

3. Accessory shoe (page 26)

4. Viewfinder front-to-back positioning lever

(page 21)

5. Viewfinder left-to-right positioning ring

(page 21)

6. Viewfinder attachment shoe (page 21)

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7. VF (viewfinder) connectors (26-pin,

rectangular and 20-pin, round)

The analog interface connector (20-pin) is for connection of an HDVF series viewfinder, and the digital interface connector (26-pin) is for connection of a CBK-VF02 HD viewfinder. Connect a viewfinder connection cable to the connector compatible with the viewfinder being used.

[Notes]

Do not connect viewfinders to both connectors at the

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same time.

When connecting or disconnecting an interface cable to

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this connector, power off the camcorder first.

8. Lens mount securing rubber

After locking the lens in position using the lens locking lever, fit this rubber over the lower of the two projections. This fixes the lens mount, preventing it from coming loose.

9. Viewfinder front-to-back positioning knob

(page 21)

10. Attachment for optional microphone holder

(page 25)

11. LIGHT (video light) connector (2-pin, female)

(page 26)

12. Shoulder pad (page 26)

13. Lens cable clamp

Clamps the lens cable.

14. MIC IN (microphone input) (+48 V) connector

(XLR type, 5-pin, female)

Connect a stereo microphone to this connector. The power (+48 V) is supplied via this connector.

15. LENS connector (12-pin) (page 24)

[Note]

When connecting or disconnecting the lens cable to this connector, power off the camcorder first.

16. Tripod mount

When using the camcorder on a tripod, attach the tripod adaptor (optional).

17. Lens mount (special bayonet mount)

(page 24)

18. Lens locking lever (page 24)

19. Lens mount cap

Remove by pushing the lens locking lever up. When no lens is mounted, keep this cap fitted for protection from dust.

Controls Near the Lens

1. REC START (recording start) button

Press to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. The operation is the same as that of the VTR button on the lens.

2. SHUTTER switch

Set to ON to use the electronic shutter. Push to SELECT to switch the shutter speed or shutter mode setting. When this switch is operated, the new setting appears on the viewfinder screen for about three seconds.

“Setting the Electronic Shutter” (page 40)

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[Note]

If Flash Band Reduce is On, setting the SHUTTER switch to ON turns off the Flash Band Reduce function and the FBR indicator disappears from the viewfinder screen. Subsequently, setting the SHUTTER switch to OFF turns on the Flash Band Reduce function and the FBR indicator reappears on the viewfinder screen.

3. FILTER knob

Switches between four ND filters built into this camcorder.

When this selector is used, the new setting appears on the viewfinder screen for about three seconds.

FILTER knob setting

1 CLEAR

2 1/4 ND (attenuates light to

3 1/16 ND (attenuates light to

4 1/64 ND (attenuates light to

You can change a Maintenance menu setting so that different white balance settings can be stored for different FILTER knob positions. This allows you to automatically obtain optimum white balance for the current shooting conditions in linkage with the filter selection.

“Adjusting the White Balance” (page 38)

ND filter

approximately 1/4)

approximately 1/16)

approximately 1/64)

5. AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white/black

balance adjustment) switch

Activates the automatic white/black balance adjustment functions. WHITE: Adjust the white balance automatically.

If the WHITE BAL switch (page 6) is set to A or B, the white balance setting is stored in the corresponding memory. If the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST, the automatic white balance adjustment function does not operate.

BLACK: Adjust the black set and black balance

automatically. You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when the ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) function is operating. If you push the switch to the WHITE side once more during the automatic white balance adjustment, the adjustment is canceled and the white balance setting returns to the original setting. If you push the switch to the BLACK side once more during the automatic black balance adjustment, the adjustment is canceled and the black balance setting returns to the original setting.

6. MIC (microphone) LEVEL knob (page 42)

LCD Monitor Side (1)

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4. MENU knob (page 88)

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1. ASSIGN. (assignable) 1/2/3 switches

You can assign a function using Operation >Assignable Switch in the setup menu (page 117). The ASSIGN. 1/3 switches are provided with an indicator to show whether a function is assigned to the switch (ON) or not (OFF).

2. ONLINE button

When network client mode or the streaming function is assigned to this button, press and hold until the indicator is lit orange. Then, press the button again, turning the indicator blue, to enable network client mode or the streaming function. To exit the enabled function, press and hold the button until the indicator turns off. The button can also be used as an assignable switch when assigned with functions other than those above (page 118).

3. ALARM (alarm tone volume adjustment)

knob

Controls the volume of the warning tone that is output via the built-in speaker or optional earphones. When the knob is turned to the minimum position, no sound can be heard. However, if Maintenance >Audio >Min Alarm Volume in the setup menu is set to [Set], the alarm tone is audible even when this volume control is at the minimum position.

ALARM

Minimum Maximum

4. MONITOR (monitor volume adjustment)

knob

Controls the volume of the sound other than the warning tone that is output via the built-in speaker or earphones. When the knob is turned to the minimum position, no sound can be heard.

5. MONITOR (audio monitor selection) switches

By means of combinations of the two switches, you can select audio that you want to hear through the built-in speaker or earphones.

When the lower switch is set to CH-1/2

Upper switch Audio output

CH-1/CH-3 Channel 1 audio

MIX Channels 1 and 2 mixed audio

CH-2/CH-4 Channel 2 audio

(stereo)

When the lower switch is set to CH-3/4

Upper switch Audio output

CH-1/CH-3 Channel 3 audio

MIX

CH-2/CH-4 Channel 4 audio

a) By connecting stereo headphones to the EARPHONE jack,

you can hear the audio in stereo. (Maintenance >Audio >Headphone Out in the setup menu must be set to Stereo.)

Channels 3 and 4 mixed audio

(stereo)

6. ASSIGN. (assignable) 0 switch

You can assign a function using Operation >Assignable Switch in the setup menu (page 117). Off is assigned to these switches when the camcorder is shipped from the factory. This is a momentary type switch. Each press of the switch turns the function assigned to this switch on or off.

7. GAIN switch

Switches the gain of the video amplifier to match the lighting conditions during shooting. The gain values corresponding to the L, M, and H settings can be selected using Operation >Gain Switch in the setup menu (page 96) (factory settings are L=0 dB, M=6 dB, and H=12 dB). When this switch is adjusted, the new setting appears on the viewfinder screen for about three seconds.

8. OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic

contrast control) switch

Switches the video signal output from the camera module, between the following two. BARS: Output the color bar signal. CAM: Output the video signal being shot. When

this is selected, you can switch DCC

on and

off.

1) DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control): Against a very bright background with the iris opening adjusted to the subject, objects in the background will be lost in the glare. The DCC function will suppress the high intensity and restore much of the lost detail. It is particularly effective for shooting in the following cases.

Shooting people in the shade on a sunny day

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Shooting a subject indoors, against a background



through a window Any high contrast scene



9. WHITE BAL (white balance memory) switch

Controls adjustment of the white balance. PRST: Adjust the color temperature to the preset

value (the factory default setting: 3200K). Use this setting when you have no time to adjust the white balance.

A or B: Recall the white balance adjustment

settings already stored in A or B. Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch (page 5) to the WHITE position to automatically adjust the white balance and save the adjustment settings in memory A or memory B.

B (ATW

1) ATW (Auto Tracing White balance): The white balance

[Note]

It may not be possible to adjust to the appropriate colors using ATW, depending on the lighting and subject conditions.

):When this switch is set to B and Operation >White Setting >White Switch is set to [ATW] in the setup menu, ATW is activated. You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when ATW is in use. When this switch is adjusted, the new setting appears on the viewfinder screen for about three seconds.

of the picture being shot is adjusted automatically for varying lighting conditions.

Examples:

When a single color dominates the subject, such as sky,



sea, ground, or flowers. When the subject is under a light source of extremely



high or extremely low color temperature.

If execution of automatic tracing by the ATW function takes an unacceptably long time or only results in an inadequate effect, then execute the AWB function.

10. Switch cover

Open this cover to use the MENU ON/OFF switch or the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch.

11. MENU ON/OFF switch

To use the switch, open the cover. This switch is used to display the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test signal screen. Each time the switch is pushed down, the menu screen is turned on and off. The function of this switch is the same as that of the MENU button in the thumbnail screen operations section.

[Note]

It is not possible to turn off the menu screen by closing the cover.

12. MENU CANCEL/PRST (preset) /ESCAPE switch

To use the switch, open the cover. This switch has different functions depending on whether or not a menu is displayed.

Use the switch in the following way when the menu is displayed. CANCEL/PRST: Pushing this switch up to this

position after a setting is changed in the setup menu displays the message to confirm whether the previous settings are canceled. Pushing this switch up to this position again cancels the previous settings. Pushing this switch up to this position before a setting is changed in the setup menu or after a setting change is canceled in the setup menu displays the message to confirm whether the setting is reset to the initial value. Pushing this switch up to this position again resets the

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settings to the initial value.

ESCAPE: Use this switch when the menu page,

which has a hierarchical structure, is opened. Each time the switch is pushed to this position, the page returns to one stage higher in the hierarchy.

Use the switch in the following way when the menu is not displayed. CANCEL/PRST: Each time this switch is pushed

upward, a window to confirm the menu settings and status of the camcorder appears on the viewfinder screen (page 13). The window consists of several pages, which are switched each time the switch is pushed upward.

ESCAPE: To clear the page, push this switch down

to the OFF position.

13. UTILITY SD card slot

Insert an SD card for saving camcorder settings.

14. ACCESS indicator

Lights up orange when the SD card is being accessed.

LCD Monitor Side (2)

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[2]

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1. Built-in speaker

The speaker can be used to monitor E-E during recording, and playback sound during playback. The speaker also sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings (page 137). If you connect earphones to the EARPHONE jack, the speaker output is suppressed automatically.

1) E-E: Abbreviation of “Electric-to-Electric.” In E-E mode, video and audio signals input to the camcorder are output after passing through internal electric circuits only. This can be used to check input signals.

sound

2. LCD monitor

Displays remaining battery capacity, remaining media capacity, audio levels, time data, and so on. It also allows you to check camera and playback pictures (page 13). You can adjust the position and angle of the LCD monitor.

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3. WARNING indicator

Lights up or flashes when an abnormality occurs (page 137).

4. ACCESS indicator

Lights up in blue when data is written to or read from the recording media.

5. Audio control section (page 9)

6. Thumbnail screen operation section

(page 9)

7. F REV (fast reverse) button and indicator

This plays back at high speed in the reverse direction. The playback speed changes in the order ×4  ×15  ×24 with each press of the button.

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The indicator lights during high-speed playback in the reverse direction.

8. PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator

Press this button to view playback video images using the viewfinder screen or the LCD monitor. The indicator lights during playback. Press this button again during playback to pause, outputting a still image. At this time the indicator flashes at a rate of once per second. Pressing the F REV or F FWD button during playback or pause starts high speed playback in the forward or reverse direction.

9. F FWD (fast forward) button and indicator

This plays back at high speed in the forward direction. The playback speed changes in the order ×4  ×15  ×24 with each press of the button. The indicator lights during high-speed playback in the forward direction.

10. PREV (previous) button

This jumps to the first frame of the current clip. If you press this together with the F REV button, the jump is to the first frame of the first recorded clip on the recording media. If you press this button twice in rapid succession, the jump is to the first frame of the preceding clip (or the first frame of the current clip when no preceding clips exist).

11. STOP button

Press this button to stop playback.

12. NEXT button

This jumps to the first frame of the next clip. If you press this together with the F FWD button, the jump is to the last frame of the last recorded clip on the recording media.

13. DISP SEL (display selection)/EXPAND

(expand function) button

With each press of this button, the display in the LCD monitor changes as follows.

Display indication Description

Video with superimposed information (CHAR)

Video without superimposed information (MONI)

Status display (STATUS)

The LCD monitor displays the same text information as the viewfinder.

Only the video appears.

Counter indications, warnings, audio levels, and similar information appear. No video image appears.

The EXPAND button function will be supported in a future upgrade.

14. HOLD (display hold) button

Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data displayed in the LCD monitor. (The timecode generator continues running.) Pressing this button again releases the hold.

For details about the time data display, see page 13.

15. RESET/RETURN button

Resets the value shown in the time data display in the LCD monitor. According to the settings of the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch (page 9) and the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch (page 9), this button resets the display as follows.

Switch settings RESET/RETURN button

operation

DISPLAY switch:

COUNTER

DISPLAY switch:

TC PRESET/REGEN/ CLOCK switch:

PRESET F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch:

SET

Reset counter to 00:00:00:00.

Reset timecode to 00:00:00:00.

Switch settings RESET/RETURN button

operation

DISPLAY switch:

U-BIT PRESET/REGEN/ CLOCK switch:

PRESET F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch:

SET

a) Of the timecode bits for every frame recorded on the

media, those bits which can be used to record useful information for the user such as scene number, shooting place, etc.

“Setting Time Data” (page 44)

Reset user bits data 00:00:00:00.

This button returns to the previous screen when pressed during thumbnail screen display or essence mark thumbnail screen display.

16. DISPLAY switch

This cycles the data displayed in the time data display in the LCD monitor through the sequence COUNTER, TC, and U-BIT (page 13). COUNTER: Display recording/playback duration

counter. TC: Display timecode. U-BIT: Display user bits data.

17. BRIGHT (brightness) button

Switches the brightness of the LCD monitor backlight. Each press of the button selects the next setting in the order shown in the following table. If you press the button with the LCD monitor off, the LCD backlight comes on in the H state.

Setting LCD monitor backlight

H High (select this to view the LCD monitor

outdoors in the daytime)

M Brightness between H and L

L Low (select this to view the LCD monitor

indoors or outdoors at night)

OFF Off (the display is also off)

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Thumbnail screen operations section and audio control section

1. Thumbnail indicator

This lights when the thumbnail screen is displayed.

2. THUMBNAIL button

Press this button to display the thumbnail screen (page 79) and to carry out a thumbnail operation. Press once more to return to the original display.

3. SET button and arrow buttons

Use these buttons to make timecode and user bit settings, and for thumbnail screen operations. When the menu is displayed, press this button to select an item or to confirm the setting change.

4. MENU button

Each press of this button turns the setup menu display on and off. The function of this button is the same as that of the MENU ON/OFF switch.

5. F-RUN/SET/R-RUN (free run/set/recording

run) switch

Selects the operating mode of the internal timecode generator. The operating mode is set as explained below, depending on the position of the switch.

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F-RUN: Timecode keeps advancing, regardless of

whether the camcorder is recording. Use this setting when synchronizing the timecode with

external timecode. SET: Sets the timecode or user bits. R-RUN: Timecode advances only during recording.

Use this setting to have a consecutive

timecode on the recording media.

“Setting the Timecode” (page 44)

“Setting the User Bits” (page 44)

6. LEVEL CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 (audio channel

1/2/3/4 recording level) knobs

Adjust the audio levels to be recorded on channels 1, 2, 3, and 4 when the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 and AUDIO SELECT CH 3-4 switches are set to MANUAL.

7. AUDIO SELECT CH 3-4 (audio channel 3/4

adjustment method selection) switches

Select the audio level adjustment method for audio channels 3 and 4. AUTO: Automatic adjustment MANUAL: Manual adjustment

8. ESSENCE MARK button

By pressing this button when a thumbnail display is on the screen, you can view the following

thumbnail displays of the essence-marked frames of the selected clip, depending on the item selected in a list displayed on the screen. All: Thumbnail display of all frames marked with

essence marks.

Rec Start: Thumbnail display of frames marked

with Rec Start marks and of the first frames of clips (when the first frames are not marked with Rec Start marks).

Shot Mark1: Thumbnail display of the frames

marked with Shot Mark 1.

Shot Mark2: Thumbnail display of the frames

marked with Shot Mark 2. You can also select Shot Mark 0 and Shot Mark 3 to Shot Mark 9. 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.

12. AUDIO IN CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 (audio channel

1/2/3/4 input selection) switches

Select the audio input signals to be recorded on audio channels 1, 2, 3 and 4. FRONT: Audio input signals from the microphone

connected to the MIC IN connector

REAR: Audio input signals from an audio device

connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors

WIRELESS: Audio input signals from the UHF

portable tuner if it is attached

9. SHIFT button

Use this in combination with other buttons.

10. PRESET/REGEN (regeneration)/CLOCK switch

Selects the type of timecode to record. PRESET: Record new timecode on the media. REGEN: Record timecode continuous with the

existing timecode recorded on the media.

Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-

RUN switch, the camcorder operates in R-RUN

mode. CLOCK: Record timecode synchronized to the

internal clock. Regardless of the setting of

the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch, the camcorder

operates in F-RUN mode.

11. AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1/2

adjustment method selection) switches

Select the audio level adjustment method for audio channels 1 and 2. AUTO: Automatic adjustment MANUAL: Manual adjustment

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Handle and Memory Card Slot Side

SxS memory card slots (page 27)

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13 14

1. ASSIGNABLE 4/5 switches

You can assign a function using Operation >Assignable Switch in the setup menu (page 118). Off is assigned to these switches when the

[Note]

Do not grasp this part of the camcorder when the GPS function is in use.

3. PC connector

Used to put this camcorder into USB connection

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mode and use it as an external storage device for a computer. When a computer is connected to this connector, every memory card inserted in the camcorder is recognized as a drive on the computer.

4. External device connector

Connect to a PSZ-HA50 Portable Storage HDD (option), PSZ-SA25 Portable Storage SSD (option), a general-purpose external USB HDD, or USB flash drive to copy clips from the recording media inserted in an SxS card slot of the camcorder to

USB media.

[Note]

This connector should be used only for connecting the type of devices above. It cannot be used for connecting a USB hub or other devices.

5. USB wireless LAN module connector

Connect to an IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied), CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option), or combination of CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option) and modem (option) to enable communications with wireless LAN devices and networks.

“Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59)

“Connecting to the Internet” (page 63)

6. PROXY SD card slot (page 53)

Insert an SD card for recording proxy data.

7. (NFC) mark

A built-in NFC antenna is provided.

8. SLOT SELECT (SxS memory card select)

camcorder is shipped from the factory.

2. GPS module

Contains a built-in GPS module.

“Obtaining Location Information (GPS)” (page 57)

button

When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press this button to select the card you want to use (page 28).

9. Network connector

Connects to a network via a wired LAN connection using a LAN cable (sold separately).

[CAUTION]

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral



device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port. Follow the instructions for this port. When you connect the LAN cable of the unit to peripheral



device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.

“Connecting to the Internet” (page 63)

10. HDMI connector

Connect an HDMI device, such as a monitor or recording unit, to output HD or SD HDMI video and audio signals.

[Note]

4K (QFHD) output is not supported.

11. GENLOCK IN (genlock signal input)

connector (BNC type)

This connector inputs a reference signal when the camcorder is to be genlocked or when timecode is to be synchronized with external equipment. The supported reference signals vary depending on the current system frequency as shown in the following table.

System frequency Supported reference signals

59.94i 1080/59.94i, 480/59.94i

59.94P 1080/59.94i, 480/59.94i

50i 1080/50i, 576/50i

50P 1080/50i, 576/50i

29.97P 1080/59.94i, 480/59.94i

25P 1080/50i, 576/50i

23.98P 1080/23.98PsF

12. TC IN (timecode input) connector (BNC type)

To apply an external lock to the timecode of the camcorder, input the reference timecode.

“Setting the Timecode” (page 44)

13. VIDEO OUT connector (BNC type)

Outputs video signals for monitoring.

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14. TC OUT (timecode output) connector (BNC

type)

To lock the timecode of an external VTR to the timecode of this camcorder, connect this connector to the external VTR’s timecode input connector.

Tally Indicator and Connector Section

12V 1.8A

AES/ EBU

LINE

CH1

1/2

1 8 9 10 117

+48V

MIC

OFF

CH2

3/4

AUDIO IN

1. TALLY (back tally) indicator (red)

Lights up during recording. It will not light if the TALLY switch is set to OFF. It also flashes when the WARNING indicator operates. The tally indicator on the front of the viewfinder and the REC indication on the viewfinder screen light or flash in the same

manner.

“Error/Warning System” (page 137)

2. TALLY switch

Set to ON to activate the TALLY indicator function.

3. EARPHONE jack (stereo, mini jack)

You can monitor the E-E sound during recording and playback sound during playback. When an alarm is indicated, you can hear the alarm sound through the earphone. Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker. You can select monaural or stereo using Maintenance >Audio >Headphone Out in the setup menu.

[Note]

Use monaural (2-pole) or stereo (3-pole) type earphones. Use of other earphones may damage the camcorder.

4. AUDIO IN selector switch

Select the audio source you connect to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors. LINE: When connecting a stereo amplifier or other

external audio signal source

AES/EBU: When connecting an external digital

audio signal source

AES/ EBU

MIC

LINE

+48V

OFF

SDI IN

SDI OUT

REMOTEAUDIO OUT

SDI OUT

MIC: When connecting a microphone.

5. +48V/OFF (+48V external power source on/

off) switch

Switch between the following settings, according to the microphone used for audio input. +48V: Microphone requiring external power

source (phantom power)

OFF: Microphone using internal power source or

not requiring a power source

6. SDI IN (SDI input) connector (BNC type)

Connector used when connecting an external SDI signal source to the camcorder.

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7. AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and

channel 2 input) connectors (XLR type, 3-pin, female)

Connect to audio equipment or a microphone.

8. Bottom cover

This is provided for protecting the cables connected to the connectors on the rear panel. By loosening the screws which retain the cover to the bottom of the camcorder, you can adjust the position of the cover depending on the size and shape of the microphone or audio cable plugs. After adjusting the position, tighten the screws to secure the cover.

9. AUDIO OUT connector (XLR type, 5-pin,

male)

Outputs the audio signals recorded on audio channels 1 and 2 or audio channels 3 and 4. The audio signals are selected by the MONITOR switch.

10. REMOTE connector (8-pin)

Connect a remote control unit to control the camcorder remotely.

[Note]

Before connecting/disconnecting the Remote Control Unit to/from the camcorder, be sure to turn off the camcorder POWER switch.

11. SDI OUT 1/2/3/4 connectors (BNC type)

Outputs a 3G/HD SDI or SD SDI signal (with embedded audio). The output from this connector can be turned on/off using Operation >Input/ Output >SDI Out1/3 Output or SDI Out2/4 Output in the setup menu.

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Screen Display

Information Screen

1. File system indicator

2. File format indicator

3. Status display

PB: Appears during media playback. NDF: Appears when non-drop-frame timecode is

selected.

EXT-LK: Appears when the internal timecode

generator is locked to an external signal input to the TC IN (timecode input) connector.

HOLD: Appears when the operation mode of the

internal timecode generator is set to R-RUN and stopped.

4. System frequency indicator

Indicates the system frequency of video being currently played or recorded.

5. Audio format indicator

Indicates the audio recording format or the audio format of clip being currently played.

Indicator Recording format

16bit HD420 HQ

DVCAM MPEG IMX 50

24bit HD422 50

MPEG IMX 50 XAVC Intra XAVC Long

6. Audio level meters

Indicates the audio recording or playback levels of channels 1 to 4.

7. Remaining battery capacity indicator

Displays the battery remaining capacity icon and the remaining recording time.

8. Remaining media capacity indicator

Shows bar segments indicating the remaining capacity of recording media in the slots.

9. Warning indicator area

Displays warnings when trouble with recording occurs.

For details, see “Error/Warning System” (page 137).

10. Clip name display

Displays the name of the clip currently recording when recording, or displays the name of the next clip to be recorded during recording standby.

11. Time data display

Switches displays of duration, timecode, and user bits data, depending on the position of the DISPLAY switch. Displays the type of data currently shown in the time data display, as follows. TCG: Recorded timecode TCR: Playback timecode UBG: Recorded user bits UBR; Playback user bits CNT: Counter DUR: Duration CLK: Time display (when the PRESET/REGEN/

CLOCK switch is set to CLOCK)

When the HOLD button is pressed to hold the timecode value, the timecode is displayed in the format shown below. When the HOLD button is pressed again to release the hold, the timecode is displayed in the normal format.

The three dots indicate that the timecode and counter progress are in hold mode.

12. Resolution indicator

Indicates the resolution of the output video.

13. Recording format indicator

Indicates the current recording format or the recording format of clip being currently played.

Status Screens

The status screens allow you to check camcorder settings and various types of status information. When no menu is displayed, push the MENU

CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch up to the CANCEL/ PRST position to display the status screen. Each push selects the next status screen. The following status screens can be displayed.

Camera Status screen

Displays settings and status information related to shooting.

Display item Description

Gain Gain level in dB units

Shutter Electronic shutter status

Gamma Gamma category and curve

White White balance mode setting

Gain Switch GAIN switch status

Zebra Zebra pattern status

Iris Iris f-stop value

Focal Length Focal length

Focus Distance Focus distance

Depth Of Field Depth of field

Zoom Speed Zoom speed configured for the

lens ZOOM button

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Audio Status screen

Displays settings and status information related to audio input and output.

Display item Description

CH 1/CH 2/CH 3/CH 4

Audio level, input source, reference input level, and wind noise reduction filter settings for each channel

System Status screen

Displays settings and status information related to recording.

Display item Description

System Frequency

File System File system

Rec Format Recording format

Clip Continuous Rec

Title Prefix Clip name prefix

Picture Size Picture size

Simul Rec 2-slot Simul Rec function on/off

System frequency

Clip Continuous Rec function on/ off setting

setting

Display item Description

Rec Function Enabled special recording format

and settings

Picture Cache Rec

Number Clip name suffix

Gamma Gamma category in use

4K&HD (Sub) Rec

XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

Picture Cache Rec function on/off setting

1-slot Simul Rec function on/off setting

Proxy data recording function on/ off setting

Video Output Status screen

Displays settings and status information related to video output.

Display item Description

SDI SDI OUT connector output

settings (output picture size, output form, output rate, superimposition)

HDMI HDMI connector output settings

(output picture size, output form, output rate, superimposition)

Video VIDEO OUT connector output

settings (output picture size, superimposition)

Network Status 1 screen

The Network Status 1 screen displays settings and status information related to the network.

Display item Description

Setting Network setting status

Wireless Network

Device Name Name of device attached to the

IP Address (Wireless)

MAC Addr. (Wireless)

Wired LAN Wired LAN network connection

Wired LAN Remote

IP Address (Wired)

Wireless network setting status

USB wireless LAN module connector

IP address of wireless LAN connection

MAC address of device attached the USB wireless LAN module connector

status

Remote control enabled/disabled state when connected using a LAN cable

IP address of wired LAN connection

Network Status 2 screen

The Network Status 2 screen displays settings and status information related to streaming.

Display item Description

NW Client Mode Status

CCM Name Name of the connected CCM

Streaming Status

Streaming Size Picture size of the currently

Streaming Bit Rate

Streaming Type Type of the currently selected

Streaming Dest. Add.

Streaming Dest. Port

Number of Distribution

File Transfer File transfer progress status

Transfer to: Server name of file transfer

Network client mode status

Status display

Off CCM not

Connected CCM

Network client mode status For details about the status, see “Network client mode status” (page 14).

when using network client mode

Streaming distribution status

selected streaming setting

Bit rate of the currently selected streaming setting

streaming setting

Streaming destination address

Streaming destination port

Number of streaming distribution destinations

destination

State Description

Network client mode is

connected

off.

Network client mode is on, CCM is connected, and CCM control is enabled.

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Status display

Connecting

Awaiting

Address Error

Auth. Failed CCM user

No Inet Access

Cert. not Valid

State Description

Connecting to CCM (disconnected)

CCM connection standby

CCM address error

name/ password error

Internet connection error

CCM certification not valid error

Attempting to connect to CCM (or disconnecting). Wait until connection (disconnection) is successful. If the status does not change from “Connecting,” the CCM address setting may be incorrect. Check that the address is set correctly.

Network client mode is on, but the network setting is off. Enable the network setting to connect to the CCM.

The host name or IP address of the CCM to connect may be incorrect. Check that the setting is correct.

The user name or password used to connect to the CCM may be incorrect. Check that the setting is correct.

Cannot connect to the network. The network settings may be incorrect. Check the network settings.

The CCM certificate is not valid. The date setting may be invalid. Check the date setting.

Battery Status screen

Displays the status of the battery attached to the camcorder.

Display item Description

Detected Battery

Remaining Remaining capacity (%)

Charge Count Number of recharges

Capacity Remaining capacity (Ah)

Voltage Voltage

Manufacture Date

Power Source Power supply source

Supplied Voltage

Detected type of the battery

Date of battery manufacture

Supplied power source voltage

Media Status screen

Displays the status of the recording media.

Display item Description

SxSA Remaining capacity (bar graph

and remaining time display) and media life of media in slot A

SxSB Remaining capacity (bar graph

and remaining time display) and media life of media in slot B

SD Proxy Remaining capacity (bar graph

and remaining time display) and media life (displayed only if available) of media in PROXY SD card slot

SD Utility Remaining capacity (bar graph

and remaining capacity) and media life (displayed only if available) of media in UTILITY SD card slot

A mark is displayed if the media is protected.

Assignable Button Status screen

Displays the names of functions assigned to assignable switches.

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Viewfinder Screen

The viewfinder screen displays images during shooting (recording or recording standby) and playback with camcorder information superimposed on the display. You can toggle the display of information on/off

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2627

1. Extender indicator

“EX” appears when the lens extender function is ON.

2. Zoom position indicator (with lens mounted)

Displays the zoom position of the zoom lens in the range 0 to 99.

3. Color temperature indicator

Displays the color temperature of the white balance.

4. Focus position indicator (with lens mounted)

Displays the focus position as a distance to the subject (unit: meters).

using the DISPLAY switch. The information to display is linked to the settings in Operation >Super Impose in the setup menu, and the settings of the corresponding switches.

9 10 11 12

Proxy

20 22

5. Iris position indicator (with lens mounted)

Displays the iris position setting.

6. Electric color temperature filter indicator

Appears when the CC5600K function is on.

7. Depth of field indicator (serial lens mounted)

Displays the depth of field using a bar. The units for display are set using Operation >Display On/Off >Lens Info in the setup menu, and can be set to meters or feet.

8. Recording mode indicator

Displays the following recording operation states of the camcorder.

Indicator Meaning

Rec

Stby Recording standby

Cont Rec

Cont Stby Recording standby in clip continuous

S&Q Rec

S&Q Stby Recording standby in Slow & Quick

Rec

Cache

Int Rec

Int Stby Recording standby in Interval Rec

Int Stby

Sml Rec

Sml Stby Recording standby in Simul Rec

CALL Call received from external

Green tally is displayed when the camcorder is in the following states.

Maintenance >Camera Config >HD-SDI Remote

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I/F is set to Green Tally in the setup menu and a recording control signal is output from the SDI OUT connector. Green tally signal received (when a camera

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adaptor is mounted on the camcorder and a camera extension unit is connected)

During recording

Clip continuous recording in progress

recording mode

Recording in progress in Slow & Quick Motion mode

Motion mode

Recording in Picture Cache Rec mode

Recording standby in Picture Cache Rec mode

Recording in progress in Interval Rec mode

mode

Recording paused in Interval Rec mode (during pause intervals)

Recording in progress in Simul Rec mode

mode

connected device

9. Wireless receiver function indicator

Displays “W” when a slot-in receiver is attached to the camcorder, and displays the reception level for each channel that can be used by the receiver (1ch, 2ch, or 4ch).

Normal: Displays the strength of the received

signal level by the number of white segment indicators.

Analog receiver muting/Digital receiver error rate

warning: Displays the strength of the received signal level by the number of gray segment indicators.

If the received level exceeds the peak: Displays “P”

in place of the indicator.

If the transmitter is in power-save mode: “S” is

displayed.

Receiver battery is low: The corresponding channel

number and indicators flash.

1) When using the DWR-S02D

10. S&Q Motion (Slow & Quick) frame rate

indicator

Displays the shooting frame rate when the camcorder is set to Slow & Quick Motion recording mode.

11. GPS indicator (page 57)

12. Battery capacity/voltage display

Displays the following indicators according to the type of battery power source.

Battery type Indicator

Info battery Battery remaining capacity

icon and remaining recording time

Anton/Bauer battery

Other batteries Input voltage

Remaining battery capacity (% indicator)

13. Recording format (picture size) indicator

Displays the picture size of clips recorded onto SxS memory cards.

14. Recording format (system frequency and

scan method) indicator

Displays the currently configured camcorder system frequency and the recording format scan method.

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15. Recording format (codec) indicator / 1-slot

Simul Rec indicator

Displays the format name of clips recorded onto SxS memory cards. “/Sub” is displayed in 1-slot Simul Rec mode (page 51).

16. Gamma indicator

Display the gamma setting.

Menu settings Indicator

Operation >Display On/Off >Gamma

Off – – – –

On Off – – Gamma

On On User User 1 User 1

Paint >Gamma setting

Gamma

On STD STD1 DVW STD1

Gamma Category

HG HG1

Gamma Select

STD2 x4.5 STD2

STD3 x3.5 STD3

STD4 240M STD4

STD5 R709 STD5

STD6 x5.0 STD6

3250G36

HG2 4600G30

HG3 3259G40

HG4 4609G33

User 2 User 2

User 3 User 3

User 4 User 4

User 5 User 5

Off

HG1

HG2

HG3

HG4

17. Timecode external lock indicator

Displays timecode lock when the timecode is input from an external source.

18. Wired LAN connection status

Displays the wired LAN network setting and connection status using icons.

State Icon

Operation >Display On/ Off >Network Condition

Off – – –

On Disable – –

Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN

Enable Connecting

Network connection status

to LAN

Connected to LAN

LAN connection error

(flashing)

19. Streaming indicator

Displays the status of streaming using icons.

State Streaming

Operation >Display On/ Off >Streaming Status

Off – – –

On Off Off –

Maintenance >Streaming >Setting

On Off Not

Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting

state/Icon

streaming

Streaming

Error

The following icons are displayed when streaming from a CCM.

State Streaming

Operation >Display On/ Off >Streaming Status

On Off On Not

Maintenance >Streaming >Setting

Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting

state/Icon

streaming

Streaming

[Note]

Icons are not displayed before streaming starts.

20. Wireless network status indicator

Displays the network setting and connection status using icons.

State Icon Operation >Display On/ Off >Network Condition

Off – – –

Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

Network connection status

State Icon Operation >Display On/ Off >Network Condition

On Off – –

Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

Wi-Fi Access Point

Wi-Fi Station Connecting

Modem Connecting

Network connection status

Connecting using Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standby (connected)

using Wi-Fi

Access point search

Access point connection

Access point connection error

using 3G/4G

Connected using 3G/4G 3G/4G connection error

(flashing)

Icon varies with signal strength.

(flashing)

1) This icon is displayed in the following cases. When a device is not attached

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When a device is attached with different settings

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21. Proxy indicator

Displays “Proxy” when proxy recording is on (Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Setting in the setup menu is set to On). During setup, “Proxy” blinks. “Proxy Rec” is displayed during proxy recording.

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Displays transfer. When transfer finishes,

and transfer rate (%) during proxy file

disappears to

indicate 100% transfer.

22. Network client mode indicator

Displays the status of the connection to the CCM (Network RX Station configured as Connection Control Manager) using icons when network client mode is on.

State Icon

Operation >Display On/ Off >NW Client Mode Status

Off – – –

On Off – –

Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting

On CCM

State

connected

Connecting to CCM (disconnected)

CCM connection standby

CCM connection error

(flashing)

–

For details about errors, see (page 14).

23. Video signal indicator

Displays the video signal in realtime as a waveform, vectorscope, or histogram.

24. Recording media state/remaining capacity

indicator for each media slot

Displays the state and remaining capacity of the media in SxS slot A, SxS slot B, and the PROXY SD card slot.

SxS slot icon indicator

* SxS slot A (SxSA) example. The icons for SxS slot B are

labeled SxSB.

Icon Media state

– Media not inserted or not mounted

Media mounted

Media mounting

(flashing)

Recording (active)

(orange bar)

Playback (active)

(green indicator)

Recording/playback (active)

(orange bar + green indicator)

SD card (for proxy data recording) icon indicator

Icon Media state

– Media not inserted or not mounted

Media mounted

Media mounting

(flashing)

Recording (active)

(orange bar)

The remaining recording time is displayed numerically.

25. Audio level meter indicators

Displays the levels of audio channels 1 and 2.

26. Clip name display

Displays the name of the clip currently recording when recording, or displays the name of the next clip to be recorded during recording standby.

27. Focus assist indicator

Displays a detection frame (focus area marker) indicating the area for detection of degree of

focus, and a level bar (focus assist indicator) indicating the degree of focus within that area.

28. Time data display

Displays the remaining recording/playback time, timecode, user bits, etc., as selected by the DISPLAY switch (page 8).

29. SD card indicator for saving configuration

data

Displays the state of the SD card (for saving configuration data) inserted in the UTILITY SD card slot.

Icon Media state

– SD card not inserted or not mounted

SD card mounted

Mounted SD card is protected

SD card mounting

(flashing)

30. SDI output REC trigger indicator

Displays the superimposition state of the recording command sent to the SDI connector output. It is displayed when Maintenance >Camera Config >HD SDI Remote I/F is set to “Characters” in the setup menu.

31. ALAC indicator

Displays “ALAC” when the ALAC (Auto Lens Aberration Correction) function is set to be performed automatically. ALAC will be performed automatically when an ALAC-compatible lens is attached, the ALAC function is enabled, and Maintenance >Camera Config >ALAC is set to “Auto” in the setup menu.

32. AE (auto iris) mode indicator

Displays the current operating mode of the auto iris function using an icon and auto iris override level.

Icon Meaning

Backlight mode

Standard mode

Spotlight mode

33. Auto focus mode indicator (when an auto

focus lens is attached only)

Displays the focus adjustment mode of the camcorder.

AF (auto focus)

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MF (manual focus)

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MF* (manual focus with MF assist function on)



Full MF (full manual focus)

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34. ND filter indicator

Displays the position number of the currently selected ND filter (page 5). When “Electrical CC” is assigned to an assignable switch, the position (A/B/C/D) of the electrical CC filter is displayed on the right of the ND filter indicator (1 to 4).

35. Gain indicator

Displays the gain setting (dB), set using the GAIN switch, of the video amplifier.

36.

Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator/Flash Band Reduce status indicator

Displays the shutter mode or shutter speed.

“Setting the Electronic Shutter” (page 40)

If Flash Band Reduce (page 100) is set to On in the Operation menu, FBR is displayed when the shutter is in a non-operating state.

37. White balance mode indicator

Displays the currently selected white balance automatic adjustment memory. ATW: ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) mode W:A: Memory A mode W:B: Memory B mode W:C: Memory C mode W:P: Preset mode

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3200K: Appears when an assignable switch

assigned with Color Temp SW 3200K is on

4300K: Appears when an assignable switch

assigned with Color Temp SW 4300K is on

5600K: Appears when an assignable switch

assigned with Color Temp SW 5600K is on

6300K: Appears when an assignable switch

assigned with Color Temp SW 6300K is on

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Preparing a Power Supply

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

BP-FLX75 Lithium-ion Battery Pack

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[CAUTION]

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.

Using a Battery Pack

Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, aligning the line on the side of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder. Then slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow aligns with the line on the camcorder. To detach the battery pack, pull the battery pack up by holding the release button in.

[Notes]

If the battery pack is not attached correctly, the terminals



may become damaged. During recording and playback (while the ACCESS lamp



on the right-side panel is lit in blue and the ACCESS lamp in the card slot section is lit in orange), be careful never to remove the battery pack. Doing so may corrupt the data recorded on the card. Make sure to power the camcorder off before replacing



the battery pack.

For details on the battery charging procedure, refer to the battery charger operation manual.

Note on using the battery pack

A warm battery pack may not be able to be fully recharged.

Using AC Power

Mount an AC-DN2B/DN10 on the camcorder in the same way as a battery pack, then connect to the AC power supply.

When a BP-FLX75 Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will operate continuously for approximately 150 minutes.

[WARNING]

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

[Note]

The battery pack operating time depends on the frequency of use of the battery pack, and the ambient temperature when used.

Before use, charge the battery pack with a charger suitable for each battery.

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Attaching a Viewfinder

[CAUTION]

When the viewfinder is attached, do not leave the camcorder with the eyepiece lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in the viewfinder and cause fire.

A viewfinder is available separately. This section describes attachment of the CBK-VF02 as an example.

For procedures for attaching other viewfinders, refer to a manual supplied with each viewfinder.

Attaching a Viewfinder

[Note]

When attaching a viewfinder, take note of the following points.

Be sure to the power off the camcorder before coupling



the viewfinder connector to the camcorder’s VF connector (26-pin). If you make this connection when the camcorder power is on, the viewfinder may not function properly. Couple the viewfinder connector firmly to the



camcorder’s VF connector (26-pin). If the coupling is loose, noise may appear on the video or the tally light may not operate properly.

1 [1] Loosen the viewfinder left-to-right

positioning ring, [2] attach the viewfinder to the viewfinder fitting shoe, and [3] tighten the viewfinder left-to-right positioning ring.

Slide stopper

2 Couple the viewfinder connector to the VF

connector (26-pin).

VF connector (26-pin)

You can detach the viewfinder by following the attaching procedure in reverse order. But, when detaching the viewfinder from the attachment shoe, pull up the stopper.

Adjusting the Diopter

Turn the diopter adjustment ring until the viewfinder image is sharpest.

Diopter adjustment ring

You can also attach a commercially available protection filter, close-up lens, etc. that is 52 mm in diameter.

Adjusting the Screen

Adjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the viewfinder screen with the controls shown below. Outlines: Adjust using the PEAKING knob. Contrast: Adjust using the CONTRAST knob. Brightness: Adjust using the BRIGHT knob.

the way so that your right leg does not hit the viewfinder while you are carrying the camcorder.

1 Loosen the front-to-back viewfinder

positioning levers and the front-to-back viewfinder positioning knobs, and then pull the viewfinder slide assembly forward.

2 Using a 2.5 mm diameter hexagonal wrench,

detach the viewfinder slide assembly.

Hex socket bolts

[1]

[2]

Left-to-right positioning ring

[3]

Attaching the BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket

By fitting an optional BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket, you can rotate the viewfinder out of

Viewfinder slide assembly

3 Attach the BKW-401 with the supplied bolts.

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Bolts supplied with the BKW-401

4 Adjust the front-to-back position so that the

arm of the BKW-401 does not touch the handle when it is raised.

Adjust position so that arm does not touch handle

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Using the Camcorder for the First Time

When using the camcorder for the first time, configure the following settings in the menu.

For details about menu operations, see “Basic Setup Menu Operations” (page 88).

Setting the Time Zone

Set the time zone for the region of use. The default value is “UTC Greenwich.”

1 Select Operation >Time Zone >Time Zone in

the setup menu.

2 Select the time zone to use.

Setting the Date and Time of the Internal Clock

Set the year, month, day, and day-of-week of the internal clock.

1 Select Maintenance >Clock Set >Date in the

setup menu. The Date screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to set the year, month, or

day, and then press the knob.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the remaining

digits.

5 Press the SET button.

The internal clock is set to the date set in steps

2 to 4.

Next, set the time.

6 Select Maintenance >Clock Set >Time in the

setup menu. The Time screen appears.

7 Set the time in the same way as when setting

the date.

8 Press the SET button.

The time is registered in the internal clock.

To cancel the setting, press the Cancel button.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select the year, month,

or day, and then press the knob. The selected year, month, or day becomes editable.

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Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

[Note]

When connecting or disconnecting the lens cable to this connector, power off the camcorder first.

Attaching a Lens

The lens is available separately. This section describes an example lens attachment.

For information about using the lens, refer to the operation manual for the lens.

1 Push the lens locking lever up and remove the

lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2 Align the center pin on the lens with the

center slot in the lens mount, and insert the lens into the mount.

3 Holding the lens in place, push the lens

locking lever down to lock the lens.

[CAUTION]

If the lens is not firmly locked, it may come off while the camcorder is being used. This could cause a serious accident. Make sure the lens is firmly locked. It is recommended that the lens mount securing rubber be put on the lens locking lever as illustrated below.

Lens mount securing rubber

4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector. 5 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamp.

If an aberration correction lens is attached

The aberration correction function is activated automatically. aberration correction lens may require more time than normal because of data loading at start-up. Contact a Sony service representative for information about aberration correction lenses.

1) The aberration correction function does not operate if Maintenance >Camera Config >ALAC in the setup menu is set to Off.

Starting the camcorder with an

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

If the lens does not stay in focus properly as you zoom from telephoto to wide angle, adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to the imaging plane, also called flange-back). Make this adjustment just one time after mounting or changing the lens. When carrying out the adjustment, use a flange focal length adjustment chart as the subject.

Approx. 3 m (10 ft.)

[Notes]

If you use a subject with insufficient contrast, or move the



camcorder or subject during adjustment, this will cause an adjustment error. Place the subject (the flange focal length adjustment



chart) so that it appears at the center of the screen at the telephoto end. Arrange it so that no nearby object (no object closer to the camera than the chart) enters the screen at the wide-angle end.

1 Set the iris to manual. 2 Place the supplied flange focal length

adjustment chart about 3 m (10 ft) in front of the camera.

3 Open the iris.

The depth-of-field is reduced when the iris is open, making adjustment easier.

5 Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to

telephoto.

6 Point the camcorder at the chart by turning

the focus ring and focus on it.

7 Set the zoom ring to wide angle. 8 Turn the F.f or F.B ring until the chart is in

focus, being careful not to disturb the focus ring.

9 Repeat steps 5 to 8 until the chart stays in

focus all the way from wide angle to telephoto.

10 Tighten the F.f or F.B ring fixing screws.

4 Loosen the fixing screws on the F.f or F.B ring

(flange focal length adjustment ring).

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Preparing the Audio Input System

Connecting a Microphone to the MIC IN Connector

You can attach a stereo microphone (available separately) to the microphone holder of the viewfinder (available separately). This section describes an example microphone attachment.

For procedures for attaching a microphone holder to other viewfinders, refer to the manual supplied with each viewfinder.

1 Loosen the screw and open the microphone

holder clamp.

Microphone holder clamp

[1]

[2]

[2] [3]

[1]

3 Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN

connector, then set the AUDIO IN switch for the channel on which you want to record the audio from this microphone to FRONT.

connectors, using an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder. Supported microphones: ECM-674/678 electret

condenser microphone

For details about attaching the microphone holder and microphone, refer to the instruction manual of each product.

Attaching a Wireless Receiver

To use a Sony wireless microphone system, power the camcorder off and then attach a wireless receiver.

DWR-S02D Digital Wireless Receiver



WRR-855S, URX-S03D UHF Synthesized Tuner



Unit

For details about attaching a wireless receiver, refer to the instruction manual of each product.

Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment

With the XLR connection automatic detection



function switched on: When a cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector, the input from that connector is automatically selected for audio recording, regardless of the setting of the AUDIO IN CH1/

CH2 switch. The XLR connection automatic detection function can be switched on/off using Maintenance >Audio >Rear XLR Auto in the setup menu.

[4]

[2][1]

[1] AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switches [2] To AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector [3] Monaural microphone [4] AUDIO IN selector switches

[3]

2 Place the microphone in the microphone

holder.

[1] Place the microphone in the holder so that

“UP” is at the top.

[2] Close the microphone holder. [3] Tighten the screw.

4 Secure the microphone cable with the cable

clamp.

Connecting Microphones to the AUDIO IN Connectors

You can connect up to two monaural microphones to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2

1 Connect the audio output connector of the

audio equipment that supplies the line input signal to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector.

2 Set the AUDIO IN selector for the channel to

which the audio signal source is connected to LINE.

XLR connection automatic detect function

With the XLR connection automatic detection



function switched off (the factory default setting): Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to REAR for the channels to which the audio equipment is connected.

2. Preparation

000

Attaching and Adjusting Peripheral Devices

[Note]

Mounting on a Tripod

1 Attach the optional VCT-14/U14 Tripod

Adaptor to the tripod.

2 Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.

The tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position even after the camcorder is removed. If this happens, press the red button and move the lever as shown above until the pin returns to the stowed position. If the pin remains in the engaged position, you will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.

Connecting a Video Light

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

1 Fit one of the clips to a shoulder strap fitting.

1,3

Pull up the strap to lock the fitting.

Slide the camcorder forward along the groove in the adaptor until it clicks.

3 Make sure that the camcorder is securely

attached by moving it back and forth.

To remove the camcorder from the tripod attachment, hold down the red button and pull the lever in the direction of the arrow.

Red button

Lever

With this camcorder, you can use the Anton Bauer Ultralight 2 or equivalent video light (powered by 12 V with maximum power consumption of 50 W).

If you connect the video light to the LIGHT



connector on the camcorder and set the LIGHT switch to AUTO, you can turn the light on and off automatically as you start and stop recording on this camcorder. The output of the LIGHT connector on the



camcorder is regulated to 12 V even when the camcorder is supplied with over 12 V power (through the DC IN connector or battery pack). The brightness or color temperature of the light will not change in response to voltage increase.

[Notes]

Do not connect video lights with power consumption of



50 W or greater. The brightness or color temperature of the light will



change when the voltage (supplied through the DC IN connector or from the battery pack) is less than 12 V.

To attach a video light, fit the video light to the accessory shoe on the camcorder grip, and connect the video light cable to the LIGHT connector.

[Note]

The accessory shoe on the camcorder is of the 1/4-inch tapped hole type. If you want to replace this with a slide-type shoe, use the supplied cold shoe kit.

Clip

2 Fit the other clip to the shoulder strap fitting

on the other side of the grip in the same way.

To remove the shoulder strap, refer to the following diagram.

Press here and pull in the direction shown by the arrow to release.

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

You can slide the shoulder pad back and forth within a 40 mm range. This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder.

Shoulder pad

1 Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder

pad to unlock the shoulder pad.

2 Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward

until it is in the most convenient position.

3 Bring down the lever to lock the shoulder pad

in the selected position.

2. Preparation

000

Handling SxS Memory Cards

This camcorder records video and audio on SxS memory cards (not supplied) loaded into one or both of its memory card slots. In addition to SxS memory cards, you can also use XQD memory cards (not supplied) with the QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard Adaptor (optional) or SDXC/SDHC cards (not supplied) with the MEADSD02 Media Adaptor (optional) in the camcorder to make recordings. The file system supported by each type of media is given below.

Memory card File system

exFAT UDF FAT

SxS memory cards Yes Yes No

XQD memory cards Yes Yes No

SDXC cards Yes No No

SDHC cards No No Yes

About SxS Memory Cards

trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

[Note]

Use SxS PRO+ memory cards when recording in XAVC-I 3840×2160P.

Inserting SxS Memory Cards

1 Slide the cover to the left to open. 2 Insert an SxS memory card into a card slot.

Slot A

Slot B

Slot A access indicator

Slot B access indicator

Indicator Slot status

Lights in orange

Lights in green

Not lit No SxS memory card is loaded.

Accessing the SxS memory card (lights during data reading and writing)

Standby (the loaded SxS memory card is ready for recording or playback)

An unusable card is loaded. An SxS memory card is loaded, but the other slot is selected.

Press the button once to release the lock.

2 Press the EJECT button again to eject the card.

[Note]

When you press the EJECT button, take care not to impede the SxS memory card. If the movement of the SxS memory card is impeded, the lock may fail to release.

SxS memory cards

Use Sony SxS memory cards (SxS PRO+, SxS PRO, or SxS-1) with this camcorder.

SxS PRO+ series SxS PRO series SxS-1 series

The memory cards listed above comply with the ExpressCard memory card standard.

SxS, SxS PRO+, SxS PRO, and SxS-1 are



trademarks of Sony Corporation. The ExpressCard label and logo are the



property of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) and are licensed to Sony Corporation. All other

[Note]

Make sure to insert the SxS card in the correct orientation. Hold the card with the arrow on one side facing the direction shown in the diagram, and then insert the card.

The ACCESS indicator lights in orange, and then lights in green to indicate that the memory card is usable.

3 Close the cover.

ACCESS indicator status

Card slots A and B each have an ACCESS indicator that indicate the slot status.

Ejecting SxS Memory Cards

1 Open the cover, and then press the EJECT

button to release the lock and extract the button.

[Note]

Data integrity cannot be guaranteed if you power the camcorder off or remove a memory card while the card is being accessed. All data recorded on the card may be discarded. Always make sure that the ACCESS indicator is lit green or not lit before you power the camcorder off or remove a memory card.

2. Preparation: Handling SxS Memory Cards

000

Selecting the SxS Memory Card to Use

When SxS memory cards are loaded in both slot A and slot B, you can press the SLOT SELECT button to select the SxS memory card to use. When the remaining recording time on the recording SxS memory card falls below 60 seconds, the remaining capacity indicator for the corresponding media slot flashes on the viewfinder screen to indicate that the camcorder will switch SxS memory cards soon. Subsequently, the camcorder switches automatically to the other card when the selected card becomes full, and recording continues.

[Notes]

The SLOT SELECT button is disabled during playback. The



memory cards are not switched even if you press the button. Button operations are enabled when a thumbnail screen (page 79) is displayed. In 1-slot Simul Rec mode, recording may not be able to



continue after switching cards if the next card already has 200 or more clips.

Formatting (Initializing) SxS Memory Cards

When an unformatted SxS memory card or an SxS memory card formatted in another specification is inserted, a message notifying you that the media has a different file system appears. In this case, format the memory card in the following way. SxS memory cards are formatted in exFAT or FAT by factory default.

[Note]

SxS memory cards must be formatted on an XDCAM device that supports the exFAT or UDF file system or on this camcorder. Cards in other formats cannot be used.

1 Select Operation >Format Media in the setup

menu.

2 Select Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B). 3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen prompting whether to format the card appears.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute] on the

confirmation message screen, then press the knob. Formatting begins. During formatting, a message is displayed, and the ACCESS indicator is lit orange. When formatting ends, a completion message appears. Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

If formatting fails

A format operation may fail because the SxS memory card is write protected, or because it is not the type of card specified for use with this camcorder. In this case, an error message appears. Follow the instructions in the error message and exchange the card for an SxS memory card that can be used with this camcorder.

[Notes]

Formatting a memory card erases all data, including



recorded video data and setup files. Use the format function of this camcorder to format SxS



memory cards for use on this camcorder. The formats of cards formatted on other devices are not recognized as valid formats, making it necessary to format them again on this camcorder.

Formatting while recording

Even while recording, the SxS memory card loaded in the other card slot can be formatted.

[Notes]

Formatting is not supported during 1-slot Simul Rec,



during playback, or when the thumbnail screen is displayed. During formatting, recording to an SxS memory card



loaded in the other card slot cannot be started.

Checking the Remaining Recording Time

You can check the remaining capacity of the SxS memory cards loaded in the two slots by checking the recording media remaining capacity indicator in the viewfinder. 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. You can check the remaining capacity on a bar graph by displaying the Media Status screen (page 15).

[Note]

A mark appears when a memory card is write protected.

When to exchange SxS memory cards

The warning message “Media Near Full” appears,



the WARNING indicator and the REC indication on the viewfinder screen flash, and the buzzer sounds when the total remaining recording time of the two memory cards falls to five minutes during recording. Exchange one of the cards for media with available recording capacity. If you continue recording, the message “Media



Full” appears and recording stops when the total remaining recording time falls to 0.

[Note]

About up to 600 clips can be recorded on one SxS memory card. The display of remaining recording time changes to “0” and the message “Media Full” appears when the clip limit is reached.

Restoring SxS Memory Cards

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 in the viewfinder to ask whether you want to restore it. To execute the restore, turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], and then press the knob. The restoration starts. During restoration, a message is displayed, and the ACCESS indicator is lit orange. When restoration ends, a completion message appears. Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

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 application software (page 162)

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.

2. Preparation

000

Handling SD Cards for Saving Configuration Data

The following SD cards can be used for saving configuration data.

SDHC memory cards UHS, Capacity: 4 to 32 GB)

* Referred to as “SD cards” in this manual.

(Speed Class: 4 to 10, non-

Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards

1 Select Operation >Format Media >SD Card

(Utility) in the setup menu. A confirmation screen prompting whether to format the card appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. Formatting begins. During formatting, a message is displayed, and the ACCESS indicator is lit orange. When formatting ends, a completion message appears. Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

[Note]

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

Checking the Remaining Capacity

You can check the remaining capacity on an SD card on the Media Status screen (page 15). To use an SD card formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device, make a backup of the card, then reformat the card in the device to be used.

2. Preparation

000

Using a Media Adaptor

[Notes]

For professional applications, the use of other media will



not provide the same high reliability and durability that is obtained using SxS memory cards. Not all memory cards are guaranteed to work with this



camcorder. For compatible memory cards, contact your Sony dealer.

XQD Memory Cards

By using an optional QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard Adaptor, 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.

For details about using a QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard Adaptor, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the adaptor.

[Notes]

High-speed playback may not be properly achieved with



an XQD memory card. High frame rate recording in XAVC-I 3840×2160P and



XAVC-L 3840×2160P may fail, depending on the media used, if an unsupported media error message appears. Slow motion recording using the Slow & Quick Motion



recording function cannot be used with an XQD memory card.

Formatting (initializing)

XQD memory cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder. XQD memory cards for use in the camcorder should be formatted using the format function of the camcorder. If a message appears when the XQD memory card is inserted into the camcorder, format the XQD memory card. If an unformatted XQD memory card or an XQD memory card that was formatted in a different specification is inserted, a message asking for confirmation to format media or a message notifying you that the media has a different file system appears.

1 Select Operation >Format Media in the setup

menu.

2 Select Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B). 3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen prompting whether to format the card appears.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute] on the

[Note]

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

Connection between the camcorder and a computer

Insert the recorded XQD memory card into a slot in the camcorder, and connect the camcorder to a computer using a USB cable.

To use a memory card 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.

SD Cards

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

[Note]

If an SD card and another memory card are used at the same time, the camcorder does not switch cards when the media becomes full. Instead, recording stops.

The following SD cards are supported. SDXC memory cards (SD speed class: Class 10) SDHC memory cards (SD speed class: Class 10)

1) Supported if the file system is exFAT.

2) Supported if the file system is FAT.

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

[Notes]

High-speed playback may not be properly achieved with



an SD card. Recording and playback using SD cards is not supported



when shooting in XAVC-I or XAVC-L 3840×2160P format. Slow motion recording using the Slow & Quick Motion



recording function cannot be used with an SDXC card.

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 unformatted SD card or an SD card that was formatted in a different specification is inserted, a message asking for confirmation to format media or a message notifying you that the media has a different file system appears. Format the card using the following procedure.

1 Select Operation >Format Media in the setup

menu.

2 Select Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B). 3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen prompting whether to format the card appears.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute] on the

[Note]

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

Connection between the camcorder and a computer

Insert the recorded SD card into a slot in the camcorder, and connect the camcorder to a computer using a USB cable.

To use a memory card 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.

3. Settings and Adjustments

000

Format Settings

You can set the file system, system frequency, and video format using Operation >Format in the setup menu.

For details about menu operations, see “Basic Setup Menu Operations” (page 88).

Selecting the File System

You can select the file system.

1 Select Operation >Format >File System in the setup menu. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select a file system, then press the knob.

A confirmation screen appears.

3 Select [Execute] to execute, or select [Cancel] to cancel, and then press the MENU knob.

The camcorder will reboot automatically after executing [Execute].

[Note]

The file system cannot be changed during recording/playback or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

Switching the System Frequency

Switching the Video Format

Refer to “Video Formats” (page 32) as required when switching the video format.

1 Select Operation >Format >Rec Format in the setup menu. 2 Turn the MENU knob to change the video format, and press the knob.

A confirmation screen appears.

3 Select [Execute] to execute, or select [Cancel] to cancel, and then press the MENU knob.

You can switch the system frequency as required.

[Notes]

The system frequency cannot be changed during recording/playback or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.



After switching between 29.97 and 59.94 or between 25 and 50, the camcorder does not reboot automatically.



1 Select Operation >Format >Frequency in the setup menu. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select the system frequency, and press the knob.

A confirmation screen appears.

3 Select [Execute] to execute, or select [Cancel] to cancel, and then press the MENU knob.

The camcorder will reboot automatically after executing [Execute].

3. Settings and Adjustments: Format Settings

000

Video Formats

The following recording formats can be selected for different combinations of video resolution and system frequency.

System frequency (Operation >Format >Frequency in setup menu)

59.94/50 Yes – – XAVC-I 3840×2160P 3840×2160

29.97/25/23.98 Yes – – XAVC-I 3840×2160P 3840×2160

File system (Operation >Format >File System in setup menu)

exFAT UDF FAT

Yes – – XAVC-I 1920×1080P 1920×1080

Yes – – XAVC-I 1920×1080i

Yes – XAVC-I 1280×720P 1280×720

Yes – – XAVC-L 3840×2160P 3840×2160

Yes – – XAVC-L 50 1920×1080P 1920×1080

Yes – – XAVC-L 50 1920×1080i

Yes – – XAVC-L 50 1280×720P 1280×720

Yes – – XAVC-L 35 1080P 1920×1080

Yes – – XAVC-L 35 1080i

Yes – – XAVC-L 25 1080i

Yes Yes – HD422 50 1080i 1920×1080

Yes Yes – HD422 50 720P 1280×720

Yes Yes Yes HQ 1920×1080i 1920×1080

Yes Yes Yes HQ 1440×1080i 1440×1080

Yes Yes Yes HQ 1280×720P 1280×720

– – Yes SP 1440×1080i 1440×1080

Yes Yes – MPEG IMX 50 720×486/720×576

Yes Yes – DVCAM 720×480/720×576

Yes – – XAVC-I 1920×1080P 1920×1080

Yes – – XAVC-L 3840×2160P 3840×2160

Yes – – XAVC-L 50 1920×1080P 1920×1080

Yes – – XAVC-L 35 1080P

Yes Yes – HD422 50 1080P 1920×1080

Yes Yes – HD422 50 720P 1280×720

Yes Yes Yes HQ 1920×1080P 1920×1080

Video format (Operation >Format >RecFormat in setup menu)

Picture size

3. Settings and Adjustments: Format Settings

000

SDI OUT Connector, HDMI Output Connector, and VIDEO OUT Connector Output Formats

The signals that can be output from the SDI OUT connector, HDMI output connector, and VIDEO OUT connector are shown in the following table according to the Operation >Format setting in the setup menu. One line is available when the signal output from the SDI OUT1 to 4 connectors is Quad Link output, up to two lines when the signal output is Dual Link output, and up to four lines when the signal output is Single output. Default values are shown underlined and in bold text.

[Notes]

The following restrictions apply when using XAVC proxy recording, when using network functions, or when XAVC Proxy Rec Start is assigned to an assignable switch.



 3840×2160P SDI output format setting cannot be selected when recording at 3840×2160P.  720×486 or 720×576i SDI output format setting cannot be selected when recording at 1440×1080i.

If proxy recording or network functions are enabled during operation with 3840×2160P SDI output format setting, the SDI output setting changes to 1920×1080P (Level B).



Operation >Format (codec omitted) in the setup menu

Proxy recording or network function

OFF ON Proxy recording or network function

59.94 3840×2160P Selectable Not selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080P (Level A) 1920×1080P HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

1920×1080P Selectable Selectable 1920×1080P (Level A) 1920×1080P HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

1920×1080i Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

1440×1080i Selectable Selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

1280×720P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

720×480i Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable – 720×480P Composite HD-Y No signal

Operation >Input/Output >Output Format in the setup menu

SDI Out 1/3 Output

HDMI Output VIDEO OUT SDI OUT 1 to 4 connector description or SDI Out 2/4 Output

3840×2160P Square

– HD Sync – Quad Link output: 3840×2160 59.94P Level-B (3G Square) output using

OFF ON

all SDI OUT 1,2,3,4 connectors

3840×2160P 2SI

– HD Sync – Dual Link output: 3840×2160 29.97P Level-B (3G 2SI) output using SDI

OUT 1,2 connectors or SDI OUT 3,4 connectors

3840×2160P

1920×1080P (Level B) – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080P (Level B) – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

720×486i 720×480i Composite – Single output

1280×720P 1280×720P HD Sync

720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

HD Sync

Single output

3. Settings and Adjustments: Format Settings

000

Operation >Format (codec omitted) in the setup menu

Proxy recording or network function

OFF ON Proxy recording or network function

29.97 3840×2160P Selectable Not selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

1920×1080P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

1280×720P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i 720×480i Composite Composite

23.98 3840×2160P Selectable Not selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i (2-3PD) 1920×1080i (2-3PD) HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×486i (2-3PD) 720×486i (2-3PD) Composite Composite

1920×1080P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i (2-3PD) 1920×1080i (2-3PD) HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×486i (2-3PD) 720×486i (2-3PD) Composite Composite Single output

1280×720P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×486i (2-3PD) 720×486i (2-3PD) Composite Composite

Operation >Input/Output >Output Format in the setup menu

SDI Out 1/3 Output

HDMI Output VIDEO OUT SDI OUT 1 to 4 connector description or SDI Out 2/4 Output

3840×2160P 2SI

– HD Sync – Dual Link output: 3840×2160 29.97P Level-B (3G 2SI) output using SDI

OFF ON

OUT 1,2 connectors or SDI OUT 3,4 connectors

3840×2160P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

1280×720P 1280×720P HD-Y

3840×2160P 2SI

– HD Sync – Dual Link output: 3840×2160 23.98P Level-B (3G 2SI) output using SDI

HD-Y

Single output

OUT 1,2 connectors or SDI OUT 3,4 connectors

3840×2160P

1920×1080PsF – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080PsF – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

1280×720P (2-3PD) 1280×720P (2-3PD) HD-Y

HD-Y

Single output

3. Settings and Adjustments: Format Settings

000

Operation >Format (codec omitted) in the setup menu

Proxy recording or network function

OFF ON Proxy recording or network function

50 3840×2160P Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080P (Level A) 1920×1080P HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

1920×1080P Selectable Selectable 1920×1080P (Level A) 1920×1080P HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

1920×1080i Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

1440×1080i Selectable Selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

1280×720P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

720×576i Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

Selectable Selectable – 720×576P Composite HD-Y No signal

25 3840×2160P Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Not

selectable

Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

1920×1080P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

1280×720P Selectable Selectable

Selectable Selectable 720×576i 720×576i Composite Composite

Operation >Input/Output >Output Format in the setup menu

SDI Out 1/3 Output

HDMI Output VIDEO OUT SDI OUT 1 to 4 connector description or SDI Out 2/4 Output

3840×2160P Square

– HD Sync – Quad Link output: 3840×2160 50P Level-B (3G Square) output using all

OFF ON

SDI OUT 1,2,3,4 connectors

3840×2160P 2SI

– HD Sync – Dual Link output: 3840×2160 25P Level-B (3G 2SI) output using SDI

OUT 1,2 connectors or SDI OUT 3,4 connectors

3840×2160P

1920×1080P (Level B) – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080P (Level B) – HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080i 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

720×576i 720×576i Composite – Single output

1280×720P 1280×720P HD Sync

3840×2160P 2SI

– HD Sync – Dual Link output: 3840×2160 25P Level-B (3G 2SI) output using SDI

HD Sync

Single output

OUT 1,2 connectors or SDI OUT 3,4 connectors

3840×2160P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

Single output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i HD-Y HD-Y Single output

1280×720P 1280×720P HD-Y

HD-Y

Single output

a) Enabled when CBKZ-Z450QL (QUAD-LINK 3G-SDI Upgrade License) is installed. b) 2SI is displayed when CBKZ-Z450QL (QUAD-LINK 3G-SDI Upgrade License) is installed.

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c) 1080i sync signal output. d) 1080PsF signal output. e) Character information (superimposed) turns on/off in sync with the SDI Out2/4/HDMI Super character information display switching. f) Character information (superimposed) turns on/off in sync with the 4K(QFHD) SDI OUT Super character information display switching.

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Expansion of Imaging Dynamic Range

You can set the imaging dynamic range to High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode to record and output images with BT.20202 equivalent color space and increased dynamic range when the recording format is 4K QFHD or HD. When this function is used together with the 1-slot Simul Rec function, a 4K QFHD main clip can be recorded in high dynamic range and an MPEG HD422 subclip can be recorded in standard dynamic range (SDR). The High Dynamic Range function is available if the file system is exFAT.

[Notes]

Not supported for MPEG IMX and DVCAM file formats.

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An SD format signal cannot be output when HDR is configured. If the signal format is SD and then HDR is selected, the



image is output in the default HD format. Change the dynamic range mode setting with the Picture Cache Rec function set to Off.



Operation >Rec Function >Picture Cache Rec >Off

Setting the Dynamic Range

1 Select Operation >Base Setting >Shooting Mode in the setup menu. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select the dynamic range mode.

Select HDR to set to High Dynamic Range or SDR to set to standard dynamic range.

HDR settings

When HDR is selected for the dynamic range mode, configure HDR settings using Operation >HDR Setting in the setup menu. For details, see page 93.

[Note]

This function is applied to the image in the viewfinder and LCD monitor. It is not applied to the recorded image or output image.

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 101.

HLG display assist function setting

When using the High Dynamic Range function, the contrast of the image displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor may appear lower than when using standard dynamic range. In this case, you can adjust the contrast of the image displayed in the viewfinder and LCD monitor to an appropriate level using the HLG display assist function. The HLG display assist function is automatically applied when HDR Setting >HD Rec/Out is set to HDR(HLG). You can also assign the HLG display assist function to an assignable switch, and then turn the function on/off with a single button touch as required.

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Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance

To ensure excellent image quality when using this camcorder, conditions may require that both the black balance and the white balance be adjusted. Black balance and white balance adjustment values that are automatically set by the camcorder and the various settings are stored in the camcorder memory and retained even when the power is turned off.

Adjusting the Black Balance

The black balance will require adjustment in the following cases.

When the camcorder is used for the first time

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When the camcorder has not been used for a



long time When the camcorder is used under conditions



in which the surrounding temperature has changed greatly When the GAIN selector (L/M/H/Turbo) values



have been changed with Operation >Gain

Switch in the setup menu. It is not usually necessary to adjust the black balance when using the camcorder after it has been off.

In automatic black balance mode, adjustments are performed in the following order: black set and black balance. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu.

Automatic black balance adjustment is disabled in the following cases.

During recording

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During special recording modes

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When the shutter mode is SLS

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1 Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM.

The message “Executing…” appears during execution, and changes to “OK” when the adjustment finishes. Adjustment values are saved to memory automatically.

[Notes]

During the black balance adjustment, the iris is



automatically closed. During the black balance adjustment, the gain selection



circuit is automatically activated so you may see flickering on the viewfinder screen, but this is not a fault.

If automatic black balance adjustment cannot be made

If the black balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about three seconds on the viewfinder screen.

Error message

NG: Iris not Closed The lens iris did not close;

NG: Timeout Adjustment could not be

If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the black balance adjustment. If the error message occurs again, an internal check is necessary.

For information about this internal check, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

[Note]

If the lens cable is not firmly connected to the LENS connector, it may not be possible to adjust the lens iris. If this happens, the black balance will be incorrect.

Meaning

adjustment was impossible.

completed within the standard number of attempts.

Adjusting the White Balance

1 Set the switches and selectors as shown

below.

GAIN switch: L (set to a gain value that is as



small as possible) OUTPUT/DCC switch: CAM

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WHITE BAL switch: A or B

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1) Adjustment values are saved to memory B only when Operation >White Setting >White Switch in the setup menu is set to Memory.

2 Set the FILTER knob to suit the lighting

conditions as follows.

3 Place a white test card under the same lighting

conditions as the subject to be shot and zoom in on it. Alternatively, any white object such as a cloth or a wall can be used. The absolute minimum white area is as follows.

Rectangle centered on the screen The lengths of the sides are 70% of the length and width of the screen. 10% or more of the surface area of the image within the rectangular area must be white.

[Note]

Make sure there are no bright spots in the rectangle.

4 Adjust the lens iris.

Iris adjusted manually: Set the iris to an

appropriate setting.

Iris adjusted using auto iris: Set the automatic/

manual switch on the lens to automatic.

The message “Executing…” appears during execution, and changes to “OK: (color temperature of subject)” when the adjustment finishes. The adjustment values are saved automatically in the memory selected in step

[Note]

The iris may hunt1) during the adjustment. To prevent this, adjust the iris gain knob (indicated as IG, IS, or S) on the lens.

1) Hunting: Repeated brightening and darkening of the image, resulting from repeated response to automatic iris control.

For details, refer to the lens operation manual.

1 (A or B).

If the automatic white balance adjustment cannot be made

If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about three seconds on the viewfinder screen.

Error message Meaning

NG: Low Light The white video level is too

low. Either open the lens iris or increase the gain.

NG: High Light The white video level is too

high. Either stop down the lens iris or change the ND filter.

NG: Color Temp. High

NG: Color Temp. Low

The color temperature of the subject lighting is too high, and could not be adjusted. Adjust the color temperature of the lighting, then update memory.

The color temperature of the subject lighting is too low, and could not be adjusted. Adjust the color temperature of the lighting, then update memory.

2 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLACK and

release the switch.

Always readjust the white balance when the lighting conditions change.

5 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHITE and

then release the switch.

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Error message Meaning

NG: Out of Range Value could not be adjusted

because the difference between the current value and reference value exceeds the adjustment range.

NG: Poor White Area

NG: Timeout Adjustment could not be

If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the white balance adjustment. If the error message occurs again, an internal check is necessary.

For information about this internal check, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

The white surface of the subject is too narrow, and could not be adjusted.

completed within the specified time.

If you have no time to adjust the white balance

Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.

Changing the color temperature when the ND filter is switched

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as required.

Switching electrical CC filters with an assignable switch

You can assign the function that switches between electrical CC filters to an assignable switch. This allows you to switch between color temperatures (3200K/4300K/5600K/6300K) that have been assigned using up to four positions (A to D) with each press of the assignable switch.

1 Select Maintenance >White Filter in the setup

menu.

2 Select the position to which to assign a CC

filter by selecting one of [Electrical CC<A>] to [Electrical CC <D>], and then turn the MENU knob to select the desired color temperature. Select “-----” with Electrical CC<C> or <D> selected. When the assignable switch is pressed, the setting for that position is not displayed. For example, if “-----” is set for one position, then switching between the remaining three positions is carried out.

allowing you to save a total of eight adjustment values (4×2). However, the contents of the memories are not linked to ND filter settings in the following case.

When the number of memories allocated to

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each of A and B is limited to one by setting Operation >White Setting >Filter White Memory

in the setup menu to Off. Also, when Operation >White Setting >White Switch in the setup menu is set to [ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)], and the WHITE BAL switch is set to B, the ATW function is activated to automatically adjust the white balance of the picture being shot for varying lighting conditions.

You can assign electrical CC (color correction) filters to ND filters (page 5) allowing you to change the color temperature automatically when the ND filter is switched.

1 Set Maintenance >White Filter >ND Filter C.

Temp to On in the setup menu (page 110).

2 To assign an electrical CC filter to FILTER knob

position number 1, select [ND FLT C. Temp<1>]. To assign it to positions 2 to 4, select [ND FLT C.Temp<2-4>].

3 Turn the MENU knob to select the desired

color temperature.

3 Repeat step 2 as required. 4 Assign the electrical CC filter switching

function (ELECTRICAL CC) to an assignable switch (page 118).

White balance memory

Values stored in memory are held until the white balance is next adjusted, even if the camcorder power is turned off. The camcorder has two white balance memories, A and B. You can automatically save adjustment values for each ND filter in the memory that corresponds to the WHITE BAL switch setting (A or B). The camcorder has four built-in ND filters,

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Setting the Electronic Shutter

Shutter Modes

The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter and the shutter speeds that can be selected are listed below.

[Note]

When a remote control unit, such as the RM-B170, is connected, only standard mode (Speed) can be selected.

Standard mode

Select this mode for shooting fast-moving subjects with little blurring. You can set the shutter speed in one of two shutter modes: Speed mode, in which the speed is set in seconds, and Angle mode, in which the speed is set in degrees.

Speed mode

System frequency

59.94i

59.94P 50i 50P

29.97P 1/40

25P 1/33

23.98P 1/32

a) This speed cannot be selected when the camcorder is in

Slow & Quick Motion mode and Operation >Rec Function >Frame Rate in the setup menu is set to a value that is greater than the system frequency.

Angle mode 180°, 90°, 45°, 22.5°, 11.25°

Shutter speed (unit: seconds)

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

, 1/50

, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/125,

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

, 1/50

, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/125,

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

, 1/48 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

, 1/50

, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100,

ECS (Extended Clear Scan) mode

Select this mode for obtaining images with no horizontal bands of noise when shooting subjects such as monitor screens. As shown in the following tables, the range of shutter speeds that can be set varies depending on whether the Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q) function is on or off.

System frequency

59.94i 60.00 to 7000 –

59.94P 60.00 to 8000 60.00 to 8000

29.97P 30.00 to 8000 30.00 to 8000

23.98P 23.99 to 6000 30.03 to 6000

50i 50.00 to 7000 –

50P 50.00 to 7000 50.00 to 7000

25P 25.02 to 7000 30.00 to 7000

Shutter speed (unit: Hz)

S&Q: Off S&Q: On

SLS (slow speed shutter) mode

This mode is used to shoot subjects with low illumination. The number of accumulated frames shot when using the slow speed shutter function can be set to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16 using Operation >Slow Shutter >Number of Frames in the setup menu.

[Notes]

SLS mode cannot be used when the camcorder is in Slow



& Quick Motion mode. It is not possible to turn the SLS mode on or off, or change



the number of accumulated frames when recording.

Setting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed

[Notes]

When the automatic iris is used, the iris opens wider as the



shutter speed increases, thus reducing the depth of field.

The selectable shutter speeds vary depending on the



current system frequency.

Switching between Speed mode and Angle mode

1 Select Operation >Shutter >Mode in the setup

menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Speed] or

[Angle], and then press the knob.

Setting the shutter mode and shutter speed (standard mode)

Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when the camcorder power is turned off.

1 Push the SHUTTER switch from ON to SELECT.

The current shutter setting indication appears in the viewfinder for about three seconds.

2 Before the shutter setting in step 1 disappears,

push the SHUTTER switch down to SELECT again. Repeat this step until the desired mode or speed appears. When all modes and speeds are displayed, the display changes in the following order.

Speed Mode (with system frequency 59.94i)

ECS Mode

[Note]

Depending on the frame rate setting (page 49), some shutter speeds cannot be selected in Slow & Quick Motion mode. These speeds are replaced by the slowest selectable shutter speed.

Example when shooting in XAVC-I 1080P/29.97P, frame rate of 60, and Slow & Quick Motion:

Slow & Quick Motion mode: Off

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1/401/501/601/100… Slow & Quick Motion mode: On



1/601/100…

Setting the shutter speed (ECS mode)

1 Set the shutter mode to ECS (see the previous

item).

2 Turn the MENU knob to select the desired

frequency or number of frames.

Setting the shutter speed (SLS mode)

1 Select Operation >Slow Shutter >Setting in the

setup menu and set the shutter mode to On.

2 Select Operation >Slow Shutter >Number of

Frames in the setup menu and select the desired number of frames.

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Setting Auto Iris

The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be changed to aid the shooting of clear pictures of back-lit subjects, or to prevent blownout highlights.

Setting the Auto Iris Operating Mode

Set the operating mode used when adjusting levels using auto iris.

1 Select Operation >Auto Iris >Mode in the

setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select the operating

mode, then press the knob.

Operating mode

Backlight Mode for shooting in backlight

Standard Standard mode

Spotlight Mode for reducing blown out

Description

conditions

highlights when there are spotlights centered on a subject.

Set the target convergence level for auto iris

1 Select Operation >Auto Iris >Level in the setup

menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select the level in the

range –99 to +99, then press the knob.

Convergence level

–99 Sets the iris 2 f-stops or more

±0 Reference level

+99 Sets the iris 2 f-stops or more

Description

darker

lighter

Setting the auto iris speed

Set the operating speed when adjusting levels using auto iris.

1 Select Operation >Auto Iris >Speed in the

setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select the speed in the

range –99 (slowest) to +99 (fastest), then press the knob.

Changing the Reference Value of the Lens Iris

The reference value for the lens iris can be set within the following range with respect to the standard value.

+0.25 to +1 (increments of 0.25): About 0.25 to 1



stop further open –0.25 to –1 (increments of 0.25): About 0.25 to 1



stop further closed Also you can set the area where light detection occurs.

1 Set Operation >Auto Iris >Iris Override in the

setup menu to On.

2 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.

3 Turn the MENU knob to change the reference

value.

[Note]

Be sure to confirm that the current shutter mode is not ECS.

The current reference value is shown by the iris position indicator (page 16) on the viewfinder screen.

To open the iris slightly, turn the MENU



knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camcorder. Select one of +0.25, +0.5, +0.75, or +1. To close the iris slightly, turn the MENU



knob clockwise as seen from the front of the camcorder. Select one of –0.25, –0.5, –0.75, or –1.

The changed reference value is retained until the power of the camcorder is turned off. Even if the reference value is changed, it reverts to the standard value every time the power is turned on.

Setting the Auto Iris Detection Window

1 Set Operation >Auto Iris >Detect Window

Indication in the setup menu to On. The current automatic iris window appears on the viewfinder screen. If it is not necessary to display the auto iris window on the screen, set to Off.

2 Select Operation >Auto Iris >Detect Window

in the setup menu.

3 Turn the MENU knob until the desired auto iris

window appears, and then press the knob.

The shaded parts indicate the area of light detection.

If you select Var, the following items become effective and you can set the window of the desired size. Set Operation >Auto Iris >Iris Var Width, Iris Var Height, Iris Var, Iris Var H Position, and Iris Var V Position in the setup menu.

Item setting

Iris Var Width The width of the window

Iris Var Height The height of the window

Iris Var H Position

Iris Var V Position

When you exit the menu, the auto iris window selected in step Unless you need to keep this window displayed, set Operation >Auto Iris >Detect Window Indication in the setup menu to Off.

The position of the window in the horizontal direction

The position of the window in the vertical direction.

3 appears.

Reducing the Effect of Bright Highlights

If the subject is too bright, the iris may close too much, leaving the overall image dark, a condition known as clipped blacks. In such cases, switching the clip highlight function on will clip the signal above a certain level, reducing the effects of the auto iris. Set Operation >Auto Iris >Clip High Light in the setup menu to On.

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Adjusting the Audio Level

When you set the AUDIO SELECT switch to AUTO, the input levels of analog audio signals recorded on each channel are adjusted automatically. You can also make manual adjustments.

[Note]

Even if you set the AUDIO SELECT switch to AUTO, the input levels of digital audio signals are not adjusted automatically.

Target Audio Level for Manual Adjustment

Make adjustment using –20 dB as the target level. If the audio level meter shows a maximum level of 0 dB, then it indicates that the input audio level is excessive.

Excessive input level

Target input level

Manually Adjusting the Audio Levels of the Audio Inputs from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 Connectors

1 To adjust the signal input to the AUDIO IN

CH-1 or CH-2 connector, set the AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2 switch to REAR. To adjust both input signals, set both switches to REAR.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es)

corresponding to the channel(s) selected in step

1 to MANUAL.

3 With the LEVEL knob(s) for the channel(s)

selected in step level meter shows up to –20 dB for a normal input volume.

Selecting the knob used for adjusting the recording level

In Maintenance >Audio in the setup menu, you can select which audio level control controls the audio recording level of the input to each of the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors. The correspondences between the settings of the menu items and the controls are as follows.

[Note]

If an AES/EBU digital audio signal is input, the recording level cannot be adjusted using the camcorder.

Rear1/WRR Level: Channel 1 recording level

Setting Knob

Side1 LEVEL (CH1) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side1 LEVEL (CH1) knob and MIC LEVEL

Rear2/WRR Level: Channel 2 recording level

Setting Knob

Side2 LEVEL (CH2) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side2 LEVEL (CH2) knob and MIC LEVEL

[Note]

When you have operation of the LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs and MIC LEVEL knob linked together, if the MIC LEVEL knob is set to 0, the audio signals on channels 1 and 2 cannot be recorded. Check the position of the MIC LEVEL knob before adjusting the LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs.

1, adjust so that the audio

knob (linked operation)

Manually Adjusting the Audio Level of the MIC IN Connector

1 Set either or both of the AUDIO IN switch(es)

to FRONT.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es) for the

desired channel(s) selected in step MANUAL.

1 to

3 Turn the MIC LEVEL knob, and adjust so that

the audio level meter shows up to –20 dB for a normal input volume.

Selecting the knob used for adjusting the recording level

In Maintenance >Audio in the setup menu, you can select which audio level control controls the audio recording level of the front microphone input. The correspondences between the settings of the menu items and the controls are as follows. MIC CH1 Level: Channel 1 recording level

Setting Knob

Side1 LEVEL (CH1) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side1 LEVEL (CH1) knob and MIC LEVEL

knob (linked operation)

MIC CH2 Level: Channel 2 recording level

Setting Knob

Side2 LEVEL (CH2) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side2 LEVEL (CH2) knob and MIC LEVEL

knob (linked operation)

[Note]

When you have operation of the MIC LEVEL knob and LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs linked together, if the LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs are set to 0, the audio signals on channels 1 and 2 cannot be recorded. Check the position of the LEVEL (CH1/ CH2) knobs before adjusting the MIC LEVEL knob.

Recording Audio on Channels 3 and 4

1 Select the audio recorded on audio channels 3

and 4 with the AUDIO IN CH3/CH4 switches.

CH3 switch Channel 3 recording target

FRONT Front microphone audio

REAR Audio signal input to AUDIO IN

CH1 connector

WIRELESS Wireless microphone audio

CH4 switch Channel 4 recording target

FRONT Front microphone audio

REAR Audio signal input to AUDIO IN

CH2 connector

WIRELESS Wireless microphone audio

2 To adjust automatically, set the AUDIO SELECT

CH 3-4 switch to AUTO. To adjust manually, set the AUDIO SELECT CH 3-4 switch to MANUAL.

Select the knobs that adjust the audio levels with the Audio CH3 Level and Audio CH4 Level items under Maintenance >Audio in the setup menu.

Audio CH3 Level: Channel 3 recording level

Setting Knob

Side3 LEVEL (CH3) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side3 LEVEL (CH3) knob and MIC

LEVEL knob (linked operation)

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Audio CH4 Level: Channel 4 recording level

Setting Knob

Side4 LEVEL (CH4) knob

Front MIC LEVEL knob

Front+Side4 LEVEL (CH4) knob and MIC

LEVEL knob (linked operation)

You can now adjust the levels of audio channels 3 and 4 with the knobs selected here.

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Setting Time Data

Setting the Timecode

The timecode setting range is from 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:29 (hours:minutes:seconds:frames).

1 Press the DISP SEL/EXPAND button to switch

the display in the LCD monitor to status display.

2 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. 3 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to

PRESET.

4 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.

The first (leftmost) digit of the timecode flashes.

5 Use the up and down arrow buttons to

change values, and use the left and right arrow buttons to move the flashing digit. Repeat until all digits are set. To reset the value to 00:00:00:00, press the RESET/RETURN button.

6 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or

R-RUN. F-RUN: Free run (timecode generator keeps

running)

R-RUN: Recording run (timecode generator

runs only while recording)

[Note]

When Picture Cache Rec mode is active, time data cannot be set by switching the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. To set time data, turn Picture Cache Rec mode off.

Switching between DF and NDF

You can select the drop frame (DF) mode or non-drop frame (NDF) mode using Maintenance >Timecode >DF/NDF in the setup menu.

To make the timecode consecutive

When the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to R-RUN, recording a number of scenes on the media normally produces consecutive timecode. However, once you remove the media and record on another media, the timecode will no longer be consecutive when you use the original media again for recording. In this case, to make the timecode consecutive, set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to REGEN.

Saving the real time in the timecode

Setting the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to CLOCK saves the real time in the timecode. The time of the camcorder internal clock is applied as the real time.

For details about adjusting the internal clock, see “Setting the Date and Time of the Internal Clock” (page 23).

Setting the User Bits

By setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you can record user information such as the date, time, or scene number on the timecode track.

1 Press the DISP SEL/EXPAND button to switch

the display in the LCD monitor to status display.

2 Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT. 3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.

The first (leftmost) digit flashes.

4 Use the up and down arrow buttons to

change values, and use the left and right arrow buttons to move the flashing digit. Repeat until all digits are set.

To reset the value to 00 00 00 00, press the RESET/RETURN button.

5 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or

R-RUN, corresponding to the desired operating mode for the timecode generator.

User bit memory function

The user bit setting (apart from the real time) is automatically retained in memory even when the power is turned off.

Synchronizing the Timecode to an External Source

You can synchronize the internal timecode generator of this camcorder with an external generator. You can also synchronize the timecode generators of other camcorders/VTRs with the internal generator of this camcorder.

1 Connect both the reference video signal and

the external timecode as illustrated below. Example 1: Synchronizing with an external signal

[2][1]

[1] GENLOCK IN connector [2] TC IN connector

Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders with one camcorder as reference

External timecode

Reference video signal

To next camcorder

[1] VIDEO OUT connector [2] TC OUT connector [3] TC IN connector [4] GENLOCK IN connector

2 Turn on the POWER switch. 3 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to

PRESET.

4 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN. 5 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. 6 Supply a timecode signal and a reference

video signal, complying with the SMPTE standard and in proper phase relationship, to the TC IN connector and to the GENLOCK IN connector, respectively.

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This operation synchronizes the internal timecode generator with the external timecode. Once about ten seconds have elapsed after the timecode locks, the external lock state is maintained even if the external timecode source is disconnected.

To release the external synchronization, first stop the external timecode input, then set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

[Notes]

When you finish the above procedure, the internal



timecode is immediately synchronized with the external timecode and the time data display will show the value of the external timecode. However, wait for a few seconds until the sync generator stabilizes before recording. If the frequency of the reference video signal is not the



same as the system frequency of the camcorder, the camcorder cannot be correctly genlocked. If this occurs, the timecode will not acquire successful lock with the external timecode.

User bit settings during synchronization

When the timecode is synchronized to an external signal, only the time data is synchronized with the external timecode value.

Note on changing the power supply from the battery pack to an external power supply during external synchronization

To maintain a continuous power supply, connect the external power supply to the DC IN connector before removing the battery pack. You may lose timecode external synchronization if you remove the battery pack first.

Camcorder genlock during external synchronization

During external synchronization, the camcorder is genlocked to the reference video signal input from the GENLOCK IN connector.

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Basic Operations

This section explains the basic shooting and recording procedures. Before starting to shoot, inspect the camera system to verify that it is operating properly.

1 Attach a fully charged battery pack

(page 20).

2 Load one or two SxS memory cards

(page 27). If you load two cards, the camcorder switches automatically to the second card when the first card becomes full.

3 Set the camcorder’s POWER switch

(page 3) to ON.

4 Make the following settings.

Marker display: On (page 95) Iris: Auto (page 41) Zoom: Auto Camera output: Select the picture currently

being shot (camera picture), and turn the DCC function on (page 6)

Timecode advance mode: F-RUN (Free Run) or

R-RUN (Rec Run) (page 44)

Audio input channel selection: Auto

(page 9)

5 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the BLACK

position to adjust the black balance (page 38).

6 Select a filter according to the lighting

conditions, and adjust the white balance (page 38).

7 Point the camcorder at the subject, and adjust

the focus and zoom.

8 If you are using the electronic shutter, select an

appropriate shutter mode and speed (page 40).

9 Do one of the following to start recording.

– Press the REC START button (page 4). – Press the VTR button on the lens. – Turn on the assignable switch to which the

Rec function has been assigned (page 117).

During recording, the TALLY indicators, the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder, and the REC indicator on the viewfinder screen light. Adjust the zoom and focus as required.

[Notes]

Never remove the battery pack while the camcorder



is recording (while the ACCESS indicator on the right-side panel is lit in blue and the ACCESS indicator in the card slot section is lit in orange). Doing so risks the loss of several seconds of data before the recording was interrupted, because internal processing will not end normally. The playback control buttons (EJECT, F REV, F FWD,



NEXT, PREV, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP) do not function during recording.

10 To stop recording, perform one of the

operations listed in step The TALLY indicators, the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder, and the REC indicator on the viewfinder screen go out, and camcorder enters recording standby (Stby) mode. A clip is created from the video and audio data and the metadata recorded between steps and

10.

To review the recording (rec review)

With the camcorder in recording standby mode, press an assignable switch assigned with the Rec Review function to play back the last two seconds of the clip at normal speed. Press and hold an assignable switch assigned with the Rec Review function for one second or longer to start play back from the frame two seconds prior to the last frame at four times speed in the reverse direction. Then, release

the button to play the clip from that point at normal speed. The clip is played to the end, then Rec Review ends and the camcorder returns to Stby mode. When the Rec Review function is assigned to the RET button on the lens, you can also conduct a review by using the RET button.

11 Repeat steps 9 and 10 to continue recording.

With each repetition, another clip is created on the memory card.

Clip 1 Clip 2 Clip 3

[Notes]

You cannot resume recording for about one second after



stopping recording. The maximum number of clips that can be recorded on



one memory card is 600. Even if the memory card has enough free capacity to record more clips, when 600 clips have been recorded, no further recording is possible. The maximum continuous recording time for a single clip



is six hours. When six hours have elapsed, recording stops.

Clip names

Eight-character clips names (consisting of a four-character prefix and a four-digit number) are generated automatically for clips recorded by this camcorder.

Example: ABCD0001 You can also use Operation >Clip >Title Prefix in the setup menu to set the clip name prefix to a user-specified string of characters (four to 46 characters in length). (A user-specified prefix cannot be changed after recording.) The four-digit number at the end of clip names is generated automatically, incrementing as clips are recorded.

Playing Recorded Clips

When the camcorder is in standby (Stby) mode, you can play all or part of the most recently recorded clip (page 46).

1 Insert the SxS memory card to play

(page 27).

2 Press the PREV button (page 8) or the F REV

button (page 7) to cue up the clip to play.

3 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

The PLAY/PAUSE indicator lights, and the playback picture appears in the viewfinder.

Pausing playback

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE indicator flashes while play is paused. Press the button again to return to play mode.

High-speed playback

Press the F FWD button (page 8) or the F REV button (page 7). To return to normal playback, press the PLAY/ PAUSE button.

Stopping playback

Press the STOP button: Playback stops, and the

camcorder enters E-E mode.

Press the THUMBNAIL button: Playback stops and

the thumbnail screen (page 79) appears in

the viewfinder. Playback also stops and the timecode screen appears in the viewfinder when you start recording during playback, and when you eject an SxS memory card.

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Switching between memory cards

When two memory cards are loaded, press the SLOT SELECT button (page 28) to select the active slot. It is not possible to switch between memory cards during playback.

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Advanced Operations

Recording Shot Marks

On this camcorder, two types of shot marks are available. You can record them at user-specified positions to make it easier for editors to cue up those positions. The maximum number of shot marks per clip is

999.

You can also use the Thumbnail menu to add and delete shot marks in clips. For details, see “Adding/Deleting Essence Marks in Clips” (page 83).

To record shot marks, turn on an assignable switch assigned with the Shot Mark 1 or Shot Mark 2 function. When a shot mark is recorded, a “Shot Mark 1” or “Shot Mark 2” indication appears in the viewfinder for about three seconds near the timecode indicator.

[Note]

An SD card inserted in an SxS card slot using the MEAD-SD02 Media Adaptor (option) cannot be used for recording.

Setting Clip Flags

To make it easier for editors to select good clips, you can set clip flags in recorded clips. Clip flags are set in the Thumbnail menu. For details, see “Adding Clip Flags to Clips” (page 82) and “Deleting a Clip Flag” (page 83).

[Note]

An SD card inserted in an SxS card slot using the MEAD-SD02 Media Adaptor (option) cannot be used for recording.

Recording Retroactive Images (Picture Cache Rec Function)

The camcorder always maintains a cache of video and audio data for a set interval (maximum of 15 seconds) in internal storage memory when shooting, allowing you to record several seconds of footage before the start of recording. For details about the video formats supported for this function, see “Special Recording Support by Recording Format” (page 156).

To start recording in Picture Cache Rec mode, Picture Cache Rec mode and the storage time of images in memory (Picture Cache Rec time) must be set beforehand in the Operation menu. When recording is started, the duration of footage that can be recorded retroactively is determined by the Picture Cache Rec time. The duration that can be recorded retroactively may be reduced in some circumstances, as described in [Notes] below.

[Notes]

The storage of video in memory starts when Picture



Cache Rec mode is selected. However, if recording is started immediately after selecting this mode, a portion of the images shot immediately prior to selecting Picture Cache Rec mode will not be recorded. Images are not stored in memory during playback,



recording review, or thumbnail display, so recording of images during these periods is not supported.

Setting the Picture Cache Rec time

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >Picture

Cache Rec in the setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select the Picture

Cache Rec time setting, then press the knob. The options will vary depending on the recording format and system frequency settings. See “Picture Cache Rec Mode Settings” (page 157) in the Appendix.

Once Picture Cache Rec mode is selected, it is maintained until the settings are changed. Alternatively, instead of performing steps you can also select Picture Cache Rec mode using an assignable switch (page 117) which has been assigned with the Picture Cache Rec function.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as Picture



Cache Rec, can be used at any one time. If another special recording mode is enabled while Picture Cache Rec is in use, Picture Cache Rec is automatically released. Changing system settings, such as the video format,



clears all images stored in memory. Consequently, images shot just before changing settings cannot be recorded, if recording is started immediately after changing settings. Picture Cache Rec mode is automatically released. The Picture Cache Rec time cannot be set during



recording.

Starting Picture Cache Rec recording

Shoot as described in “Basic Operations” (page 46).

When recording starts, the “Cache” indication in the viewfinder changes to the “Rec” indication. The TALLY indicators and the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording.

To exit, stop the recording.

1 and 2,

Device operation when recording in Picture Cache Rec mode

The recording procedure is essentially the same, except for the following points where operation varies from normal.

If recording is started while accessing media,



the actual start point of recording may be delayed even longer than the set Picture Cache Rec time. The delay increases with the number of recorded clips, so stopping recording and quickly restarting recording should be avoided in Picture Cache Rec mode. Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-



RUN switch, the camcorder operates in F-RUN mode. In Picture Cache Rec mode, time data cannot be



set by switching the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. To set time data, first stop Picture Cache Rec mode. If the remaining recording time of the media



in the currently selected slot is shorter than the Picture Cache Rec time, images are recorded to the media (if there is sufficient remaining recording time) in the non-selected slot. However, images are not recorded if there is no media in the non-selected slot or if the media in the slot has insufficient remaining recording time. (A message notifying you that there is insufficient remaining recording time will appear on the viewfinder screen.) Shot marks are not recorded, even if the



shot marks are set before the recording start operation.

If the camcorder is turned off during recording

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

3 Select Operation >Rec Function > Cache Rec

Time in the setup menu.

Canceling Picture Cache Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec Function >Picture Cache Rec in the setup menu to Off.

If the POWER switch on the camcorder is set



to the OFF position, the media is accessed for several seconds to record the images stored in memory up till that moment, and then the power turns off automatically.

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If the battery is removed, the DC cable



disconnected, or the AC adaptor turned off during recording, the video and audio data stored in memory is erased, and images up till that point are not recorded. Care should be exercised when exchanging the battery.

Recording Time-lapse Video (Interval Rec Function)

The camcorder’s Interval Rec function allows you to capture time-lapse video to the camcorder’s internal memory. This function is an effective way to shoot slow-moving subjects. When you start recording, the camcorder automatically records a specified number of frames at a specified interval time. This function is enabled when the camcorder is set to any of the following video formats (page 31).

XAVC-I (excluding XAVC-I 3840×2160P) XAVC-L (excluding XAVC-L 3840×2160P) MPEG HD 422

Recording interval (Interval Time)

Number of frames in one take (Number of Frames)

A pre-lighting function is available when Interval Rec is enabled. This function automatically turns on the video light before recording starts, which allows you to record pictures under stable light and color temperature conditions.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as Interval Rec



recording, can be used at any one time. If another special recording mode is enabled while Interval Rec is in use, for example, Interval Rec is automatically released. Interval Rec settings cannot be changed during recording.



Setting Interval Rec

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >Interval Rec

in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob. The camcorder enters Interval Rec mode, and “Int Stby” appears at the REC indicator position on the viewfinder screen. (The green tally indicator in the HDVF series viewfinder also flashes.)

3 Select [Number of Frames], turn the MENU

knob to select the number of frames to record in one take, and then press the knob. You can select 2, 6, or 12 when the format is 50P or 59.9P. You can select 1, 3, 6, or 9 when the format is

23.98P, 25P, 29.97P, 50i, or 59.94i.

4 Select [Interval Time], turn the MENU knob to

select the desired interval, and then press the knob. You can select 1 to 10/15/20/30/40/50 sec, 1 to 10/15/20/30/40/50 min, or 1 to 4/6/12/24 hour.

5 As required, select [Pre-Lighting], turn the

MENU knob to select the length of lighting time before recording starts, and then press the knob. You can select 2, 5, 10 seconds. or Off.

[Notes]

If you want to turn the video light on before the start



of recording, set the camcorder’s LIGHT switch to AUTO. The video light switch must also be turned on. When this is done, the video light turns on and off automatically. However, the video light remains lit if the time that it would be off is five seconds or less. If you set the LIGHT switch to MANUAL and turn the



video light switch on, the video light is always lit. (The video light does not turn on and off automatically.)

The camcorder exits Interval Rec mode when it is powered off, but the number of frames, interval time, and pre-lighting settings are maintained. You do not need to set them again the next time you shoot in Interval Rec mode.

Starting Interval Rec recording

Make the settings and preparations described in “Basic Operations” (page 46), secure the camcorder so that it does not move, and begin shooting.

When Interval Rec mode is set to On, “Int Stby” appears at the REC position on the viewfinder screen. When you start recording, “Int Rec” and “Int Stby” are displayed alternately. The TALLY indicators and the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording. (The green tally indicator in the HDVF series viewfinder also flashes at high speed.) If you are using the pre-lighting function, the video light comes on before recording starts.

To exit, stop the recording. When shooting ends, the video data stored in memory up to that point is written to the media.

Canceling Interval Rec mode

Do one of the following.

Set the POWER switch to OFF.



In recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec



Function >Interval Rec in the setup menu to Off.

[Note]

Restarting the camcorder automatically releases Interval Rec mode.

Limitations during recording

Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-



RUN switch, the advance mode of the internal timecode generator is always R-RUN. Audio is not recorded.



Reviewing the recording (Rec Review) is not



possible. Genlock is not possible.



If the camcorder is turned off during recording

If the POWER switch on the camcorder is set



to the OFF position, the media is accessed for several seconds to record the images stored in memory up till that moment, and then the power turns off automatically. If power is lost because the battery was



removed, the DC power cord was disconnected, or the power was turned off on the AC adaptor side, then the video and audio data shot up to that point may be lost (maximum 10 seconds). Care should be exercised when exchanging the battery.

Shooting with Slow & Quick Motion

When the file system is exFAT and the video format (page 31) is set to one of the formats listed below, you can specify a recording frame rate that is different from the playback frame rate.

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[Note]

If shooting in XAVC recording format, the use of SxS Pro+ memory cards is recommended. The use of other SxS memory cards may be subject to limitations, so you should contact your dealer.

Recording format

XAVC-I 3840P 59.94P/50P/

XAVC-I 1080P

XAVC-L 3840P

XAVC-L 50 1080P

XAVC-L 35 1080P

HD422 50

1080P

a) exFAT and UDF files systems are supported. Only exFAT is

supported for other recording formats.

By shooting with a frame rate that differs from the playback frame rate, you can obtain slow and quick motion effects that are smoother than lowspeed or high-speed playback of content recorded at the normal frame rate.

System frequency

29.97P/23.98P/ 25P

29.97P 1 FPS to 30 FPS

23.98P

25P 1 FPS to 25 FPS

S&Q frame rate

1 FPS to 60 FPS (1 FPS units)

(1 FPS units)

Setting Slow & Quick Motion

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >Slow & Quick

Motion in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob. Slow & Quick Motion starts, and “S&Q Stby” appears in the recording status indicator area in the viewfinder. Next, set the frame rate.

3 Select Operation >Rec Function >Slow & Quick

Motion >Frame Rate in the setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select the frame rate,

then press the knob.

When you finish making these settings, the system frequency and the frame rate appear at the top of the viewfinder screen. You can change the frame rate while viewing the display in the viewfinder by turning the MENU knob. The Slow & Quick Motion mode setting and the frame rate are retained even after the camcorder is powered off.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as Slow & Quick



Motion, can be used at any one time. If another special recording function is enabled while



using Slow & Quick Motion, Slow & Quick Motion is automatically canceled. Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set during recording,



playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed. Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set if the slow shutter



function is set.

Starting Slow & Quick Motion recording

Shoot as described in “Basic Operations” (page 46).

When recording starts, the “S&Q Stby” indication in the viewfinder changes to the “S&Q Rec” indication. The TALLY indicators and the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording.

To exit, stop the recording.

[Note]

It takes longer than normal for recording to stop when the frame rate is set to a low value (for a slow frame rate).

Canceling Slow & Quick Motion mode

With the camcorder in recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec Function >Slow & Quick in the setup menu to Off.

Limitations during recording

Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-



RUN switch, the advance mode of the internal timecode generator is always R-RUN. Audio cannot be recorded when the recording



and playback frame rates differ. Reviewing the recording (Rec Review) is not



possible. If you change the recording frame rate to a



value faster than the current shutter speed, the shutter speed is changed to the slowest value for which shooting is possible. Example: If the frame rate is 32 and the shutter speed is 1/40, and you change the frame rate to 55, then the shutter speed is changed to 1/60. It is not possible to select a shutter speed that is slower than the recording frame rate. Genlock is not possible.



Recording with the Clip Continuous Rec Function

Normally, a clip is created as an independent file each time that you start and stop recording. But 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 essence mark is recorded at the recording start point each time you start recording.

This function is enabled when the camcorder is set to any of the following video formats (page 31).

XAVC-I (excluding XAVC-I 3840×2160P)

XAVC-L (excluding XAVC-L 3840×2160P)

MPEG HD 422

Setting Clip Continuous Rec

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >Clip

Continuous Rec in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

“Cont Stby” appears in the viewfinder, and the

function is enabled.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as Clip



Continuous Rec, can be used at any one time. If another special recording mode is enabled while Clip



Continuous Rec is in use, for example, the currently selected mode is automatically released.

You can assign the Clip Continuous Rec on/off function to one of the ASSIGN. 1/2/3 switches, ASSIGNABLE 4/5 switches, or the ONLINE button.

For details, see “Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” (page 117).

Starting Clip Continuous Rec recording

Shoot as described in “Basic Operations” (page 46). When recording starts, the “Cont Stby” indication in the viewfinder changes to “Cont Rec” indication. The TALLY indicators and the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording.

[Note]

During recording or in recording standby mode (when “Cont Stby” indication is displayed), if you remove the media, the battery, or the power source, the media needs to be restored. It is not possible to restore media on a device other than this camcorder.

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Exit Clip Continuous Rec mode (page 51) and then remove the media. When “Cont Stby” indication is flashing (once per second), you can remove the media.

To exit, stop the recording.

[Note]

Stop the recording after recording for two or more seconds.

Canceling Clip Continuous Rec mode

With the camcorder in recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec Function >Clip Continuous Rec in the setup menu to Off.

Limitations during recording

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

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



Switch slots



Change the recording format



Turn off the POWER switch



Playback



Switch to the thumbnail screen



Recording Video Simultaneously to Two SxS Memory Cards (2-slot Simul Rec)

When the video format (page 31) is set to one of the options in the following table, you can record the same video to two SxS memory cards. This function is useful for making a video backup while shooting.

[Notes]

It is recommended that both SxS memory cards be



formatted (initialized) using the camcorder before use.

Simultaneous recording is not supported when the file



system is UDF.

Operation >Format >Rec Format in the setup menu

XAVC-I 1920×1080P 59.94/59/29.97/25/23.98

XAVC-I 1920×1080i 59.94/50

XAVC-I 1280×720P 59.94/50

XAVC-L 50 1920×1080P

XAVC-L 50 1920×1080i

XAVC-L 50 1280×720P 59.94/50

XAVC-L 35 1080P 59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98

XAVC-L 35 1080i 59.94/50

XAVC-L 25 1080i 59.94/50

HD 422 50 1080P 29.97/25/23.98

HD 422 50 1080i 59.94/50

HD 422 50 720P 59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98

HQ 1920×1080P 29.97/25/23.98

HQ 1920×1080i 59.94/50

HQ 1440×1080i 59.94/50

HQ 1280×720P 59.94/50

Operation >Format >Frequency in the setup menu

59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98

59.94/50

Setting 2-slot Simul Rec

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >Simul Rec in

the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as 2-slot Simul



Rec, can be used at any one time. If another special recording mode is enabled while using



2-slot Simul Rec, 2-slot Simul Rec is automatically released. 2-slot Simul Rec cannot be set during recording, playback,



or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

Starting 2-slot Simul Rec recording

1 Insert SxS memory cards in both memory slots

A and B. The ACCESS indicators for SxS slots A and B are lit. Also, icons for SxS slots A and B appear in the viewfinder (page 18).

2 Shoot as described in “Basic Operations”

(page 46).

[Notes]

Simultaneous recording is not possible if either of the



media is defective or if the media is write protected. During simultaneous recording, if either of the media



becomes full or an error occurs and recording cannot continue, recording to that media stops but recording to the other media continues.

To exit, stop the recording.

Canceling 2-slot Simul Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec Function >Simul Rec in the setup menu to Off.

Recording 4K and HD Clips Simultaneously to One SxS Memory Card (1-slot Simul Rec)

This function allows you to record large file size 4K QFHD video (main clip) and small file size MPEG HD422 video (subclip), that can be used for preediting, simultaneously to a single SxS memory card. The recording format of SxS cards that can be used for 1-slot Simul Rec is 4K QFHD (XAVC-I QFHD or XAVC-L QFHD). The picture size and recording format of subclips vary with the system frequency.

Recording format of main clip

XAVC-I 3840×2160P



XAVC-L 3840×2160P



[Note]

SD cards cannot be used in 1-slot Simul Rec mode.

System frequency

29.97, 25,

23.98

59.94, 50 MPEG HD422

Recording format of subclip

MPEG HD422 1920×1080P

1920×1080i

Setting 1-slot Simul Rec

1 Select Operation >Rec Function >4K & HD

(Sub) Rec in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

[Notes]

Only one special recording function, such as 1-slot Simul



Rec, can be used at any one time. If another special recording mode is enabled while using



1-slot Simul Rec, 1-slot Simul Rec is automatically released. 1-slot Simul Rec cannot be set during recording, playback,



or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

Starting 1-slot Simul Rec recording

Shoot as described in “Basic Operations” (page 46). During recording, “/Sub” is displayed on the right of the recording format (codec) indicator on the viewfinder screen (page 17). To exit, stop the recording.

Canceling 1-slot Simul Rec mode

With the camcorder in recording standby mode, set Operation >Rec Function >4K & HD (Sub) Rec in the setup menu to Off.

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Copying and Saving a Subclip as a Main Clip

You can copy a subclip created using 1-slot Simul Rec and save it as a main clip on other media.

1 Load the media on which the subclip created

using 1-slot Simul Rec was recorded into a card slot.

2 Load media in the other card slot. 3 Select Thumbnail >Copy Sub Clip >All Clips in

the setup menu.

[Note]

Subclips cannot be selected individually.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. All subclips are copied as main clips, and a completion message appears.

6 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

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Proxy Data

Proxy data is made up of low-resolution video data (H.264) and audio data (AAC-LC). This lightweight proxy data can be used in the same way as the original data, but it can be transferred more quickly, for more efficient viewing and editing. During clip recording, proxy data is recorded onto the SD card inserted into the PROXY SD card slot.

PROXY SD card slot

By importing proxy data recorded on the SD card into a computer, you can quickly check the recorded content or perform rapid offline editing. You can record proxy data separately from recording to SxS memory cards.

Proxy Recording using the Camcorder

Proxy recording will not start unless an SxS



memory card is inserted. When the camcorder has been turned on for



about 30 seconds, the indicator for Proxy SD slot) turns on in the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen to indicate that proxy recording is enabled. If you start shooting while the flashing or is not lit, proxy files are not recorded. Before removing an SD card from the



camcorder, always check that the ACCESS indicator for the PROXY SD card slot is not lit, then turn off the camcorder or turn off the proxy recording/wireless LAN connection function. To turn off the proxy recording/wireless LAN

icon (media status

icon is

connection function, make the following settings in the setup menu. – Set Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

>Setting to Off. – Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to Off. Attempting to remove the SD card while either



the proxy recording or wireless LAN connection function is enabled may display a warning (E91-1C0) in some cases. If the warning appears while recording, data is still recorded correctly to the SxS memory cards, but proxy files are not recorded. The warning message can be cleared by turning the camcorder off and then on again. Proxy recording will not start if Picture Cache



Rec, Interval Rec, Slow & Quick Motion, or streaming is enabled. Proxy recording cannot be performed when the



SDI output format is set to 3840×2160P.

SD Cards

SD cards supported for recording proxy data

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

* Referred to as “SD cards” in this manual.

Formatting (initializing) SD cards

1 Select Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

>Setting in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

3 Select Operation >Format Media >SD

Card(Proxy) in the setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen prompting whether to format the card appears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. Formatting begins. During formatting, a message and progress state (%) is displayed and the ACCESS indicator is lit orange. When formatting ends, a completion message appears. Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

[Note]

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

Checking the remaining recording capacity

You can check the remaining capacity on an SD card on the Media Status screen (page 15).

To use an SD card 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.

Recording Proxy Data

To record proxy data simultaneously

1 Select Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

>Setting in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [On], then press

the knob.

3 Insert an SD card for recording proxy data into

the PROXY SD card slot.

4 Start recording.

The proxy data file is saved in the “/PRIVATE/ PXROOT/Clip” directory of the SD card at the same time as the original data is being recorded onto an SxS memory card. Proxy data recording automatically stops when you stop recording.

[Note]

Recording proxy data simultaneously when the SDI output format is 3840×2160P causes the SDI output format setting to automatically switch to 1920×1080P (Level-B).

To record proxy data separately from recording original data

You can start and stop proxy recording independently by assigning the XAVC Proxy Rec Start function to an assignable switch.

[Notes]

If simultaneous proxy recording is started while recording



proxy data independently is in progress, the proxy data recording continues without interruption. Subsequently, when simultaneous recording is stopped, proxy data recording also stops. Proxy recording cannot be stopped independently during



simultaneous proxy recording.

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Proxy recording limitations

Proxy recording is not supported in the following cases.

During streaming (Maintenance >Streaming



>Setting in the setup menu set to On) During Interval Rec (Operation >Rec Function



>Interval Rec in the setup menu set to On) During Picture Cache Rec (Operation >Rec



Function >Picture Cache Rec in the setup menu is set to On) During Slow & Quick Motion (Operation >Rec



Function >Slow & Quick Motion in the setup menu set to On) When network client mode is enabled



(Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting in the setup menu is set to On) and Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Preset 1, Preset 2, or Preset 3 >NCM with Proxy in the setup menu is set to Disable. When Operation >Format >Frequency in the



setup menu is set to 23.98P and Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Size is set to HD Auto(9Mbps) or HD Auto(6Mbps) When power is being supplied to the external



device connector (Operation >USB in the setup menu).

When there is insufficient remaining capacity on an SD card

A warning is displayed to indicate that there is insufficient free space.

Changing proxy recording settings

Select Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Size and Audio Channel in the setup menu to change the settings for the size of the proxy recording format and the audio channel for proxy recording, respectively.

[Note]

When Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Size in the setup menu is set to HD Auto(9Mbps) or HD Auto(6Mbps) and the system frequency is set to 29.97, 25, or 23.98, the proxy data picture size will be set to 1920×1080 even if the picture size of the recording video format is set to 1280×720.

Checking proxy recording settings

Select Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Frame Rate and Bit Rate in the setup menu to view the settings for the video frame rate and video bit rate, respectively.

About the recorded files

The file name extension is “.mp4”.

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The timecode is also recorded simultaneously.



A still image of the first frame is also recorded



simultaneously. Location information and a Log file are recorded



simultaneously if the GPS function is enabled. The Log file is saved in “Root/PRIVATE/SONY/ GPS.”

Canceling proxy data recording

Set Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Setting in the setup menu to Off.

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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 using the “Content Browser Mobile” application.

[Note]

Use a font set that is compatible with the language set using Maintenance >Language in the setup menu when defining clip names and shot mark names. Using fonts for a language that is different from the language setting on the camcorder may cause characters to be displayed abnormally.

Loading a Planning Metadata File into Camcorder Memory when Recording a Clip

1 Save the planning metadata file on an SxS

memory card beforehand. Planning metadata files are stored in the “General/Sony/Planning” directory.

2 Insert an SxS memory card in slot A or B. 3 Select Operation >Planning Metadata >Load

Media(A) or Load Media(B) in the setup menu. A file list screen appears. Up to 64 planning metadata files are displayed in the list.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select a file to load

and press the knob.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Load] and press

the knob, then select [Execute] and press the knob again.

[Note]

Data cannot be loaded from SD cards.

Displaying 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.

1 Select Operation >Planning Metadata

>Properties in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], and

then press the knob. The planning metadata information is displayed.

Item Information

File Name File name

Assign ID Assign ID

Created Date and time of creation

Modified Date and time of most recent

modification

Modified by Name of person who

modified the file

Title Title1 specified in file (ASCII

format clip name)

Title2 Title2 specified in file (UTF-8

format clip name)

Material Group Number of material groups

Shot Mark0 to

Shot Mark9

a) Material group: A group of clips recorded with the

same planning metadata.

You can turn the MENU knob to scroll the list.

Names defined in file for Shot Mark 0 to Shot Mark 9

Clearing the Loaded Planning Metadata

1 Select Operation >Planning Metadata >Clear

Memory in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], and

then press the knob. Deletion starts. The message “Clear Planning Metadata File OK” appears when the deletion finishes.

Defining Clip Names in Planning Metadata

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

An ASCII format name that appears in the



viewfinder A UTF-8 format name that is actually registered



as the clip name

You can select which type of clip name is displayed with Operation >Planning Metadata >Clip Name Disp in the setup menu. When a clip name is set with planning metadata, the clip name is displayed.

[Note]

When you define both an ASCII format name and a UTF-8 format name with planning metadata, the UTF-8 format string is used as the clip name string. If you define either an ASCII format name or a UTF-8 format name with planning metadata, the defined format name is displayed though it is not selected by menu setting.

Clip name string example

Use a text editor to modify the two fields in the <Title> tag that contain the clip name strings. The shaded fields in the example are clip name strings. “Typhoon” is described in ASCII format (up to 44 characters). “Typhoon_Strikes_Tokyo” is described in UTF-8 format (up to 44 bytes). “sp” indicates a space and  indicates a carriage return.

<?xml

version="1.0"spencoding="

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

creationDate="

2016-11-30T17:00:00+09:00" lastUpdate=" 2016-12-06T17:00:00+09:00" version="1.00">

<Properties assignment" 2016-12-06T17:00:00+09:00" modifiedBy="Chris">

<Title xml:lang="en">Typhoon_Strikes_Tokyo </Title> </Properties>

</PlanningMetadata>

[Notes]

When you create a file, enter each statement as a single



line with a CRLF only after the last character in the statement line, and do not enter spaces except where specified. Up to 44 bytes (or characters) can be entered for the clip



name. If the UTF-8 format string exceeds 44 bytes, the first 44 bytes are used as the clip name. If only an ASCII format name is specified, a 44-character string is used as the clip name. When neither an ASCII format name string nor UTF-8 format name string can be used, the standard format clip name is used.

xmlns="http://

assignId="

propertyId="

update="

usAscii="Typhoon"

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Setting clip names

1 Load a planning metadata file that contains

clip names into camcorder memory (page 100).

2 Set Operation >Clip >Clip Naming in the setup

menu to Plan. Each time that you record a clip, the camcorder automatically generates a name consisting of the clip name defined in the planning metadata file, with the addition of an underbar (_) and a five-digit serial number (00001 to 99999). Examples:Typhoon_Strikes_Tokyo_00001, Typhoon_Strikes_Tokyo_00002,… After the number reaches 99999, the next increment returns the number to 00001.

[Note]

When you load another planning metadata file, the serial number continues incrementing. You can change the numbering using Operation >Clip >Number Set in the setup menu.

Selecting the clip name display format

When names are defined in both ASCII format and UTF-8 format, you can use Operation >Planning Metadata >Clip Name Disp in the setup menu to select which of the names to display on the LCD monitor and on the viewfinder screen. To display ASCII format names:

Select Title1(ASCII). The clip name becomes “Typhoon_Strikes_ Tokyo_SerialNumber”, but “Typhoon_ SerialNumber” is displayed on the screen.

To display UTF-8 format names:

Select Title2(UTF-8). The clip name becomes “Typhoon_Strikes_ Tokyo_SerialNumber”, and the same name is displayed on the screen.

Defining Shot Mark Names in Planning Metadata

When you use planning metadata to set shot marks, you can define names for Shot Mark 0 to Shot Mark 9. When you record shot marks, you can add the shot mark name strings defined in the planning metadata.

[Note]

Only Shot Mark 1 and Shot Mark 2 can be recorded on the camcorder.

Shot mark name string example

Use a text editor to modify the fields in the <Meta name> tag. The shaded fields in the example are essence mark name strings. Names can be either in ASCII format (up to 32 characters) or UTF-8 format (up to 16 characters). “sp” indicates a space and  indicates a carriage return.

[Note]

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

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

creationDate="

2016-11-30T08:00:00Z" 2016-11-30T15:00:00Z" "1.00"> <Properties

"assignment" update="2016-11-30T15:00:00Z" modifiedBy="Chris">

<Title

usAscii="Football

Game"

xml:lang="en">

Football Game 30/11/2016</

assignId="

lastUpdate="

version=

propertyId=

class="original"

Title>

<Meta

name="_ShotMark1"

content="Goal"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark2"

content="Shoot"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark3"

content="Corner Kick"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark4"

content="Free Kick"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark5"

content="Goal Kick"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark6"

content="Foul"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark7"

content="PK"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark8"

content="1st Half"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark9"

content="2nd Half"/> <Meta

name="_ShotMark0"

content="Kick Off"/>

</Properties>

</PlanningMetadata>

[Note]

When you create a definition file, enter each statement as a single line with a CRLF only after the last character in the statement line, and do not enter spaces except where specified, except within essence mark name strings.

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Obtaining Location Information (GPS)

Location and time information of video shot when positioning is enabled is recorded by the camcorder. That information is also superimposed on the SDI signal output. The GPS function is set to Off by factory default.

Supported formats for GPS recording

GPS recording is supported in XAVC-I and XAVC-L recording formats. When a recording format that does not support GPS recording is set, location information can still be obtained on an SDI output if SDI output is set to On (Operation >Input/Output >SDI Out1/3 Output or SDI Out2/4 Output set to On).

[Note]

Location information is not output when the format is SD SDI. Nor is it output during playback.

1 Check that the camcorder is in standby state. 2 Set Operation GPS to On in the setup menu.

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

The icon displayed in the viewfinder 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.

Searching for satellites

Positioning

It may take some time to start acquiring location



information after turning on the camcorder. 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.

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

A weak GPS signal is 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.

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Network Functions Supported by the Camcorder

The camcorder supports various network functions. This section provides an overview and detailed description of the network connections and functions.

Network Connection Overview

Connecting devices using wireless LAN

The camcorder can connect to smartphones, tablets, and other devices using wireless LAN connection using the IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied) or CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option).

1 Select the wireless connection device.

IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied)  (page 59) CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option)  (page 59)

2 Select the wireless LAN access mode.

Wi-Fi Access Point mode  (page 60) Wi-Fi Station mode  (page 61)

Connecting to the Internet using a LAN cable

Connect the camcorder to the Internet via a router using the network connector.

1 Connect the camcorder and router using a

LAN cable.  (page 63)

Connecting to the Internet using wireless LAN

Connect the camcorder to the Internet using the IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied), CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option), or modem (option).

[Note]

The CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option) is required if connecting using a CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option)

or modem (option).

When using the IFU-WLM3 (supplied)

1 Attach the IFU-WLM3 to the camcorder.

 (page 59)

2 Set the wireless LAN access mode to Wi-Fi

Station mode and connect to the Internet.  (page 64)

When using the CBK-WA02 (option)

1 Attach the CBK-WA02 to the camcorder.

 (page 59)

2 Set the wireless LAN access mode to Wi-Fi

Station mode and connect to the Internet.  (page 64)

Using a modem

1 Attach the USB extension adaptor of the

CBK-NA1 (option).  (page 63)

2 Connect the modem.

 (page 64)

Network Function Overview

Transferring files recorded on the camcorder to a server on the Internet

You can transfer proxy files recorded on an SD card and original files recorded on SxS memory cards to a server on the Internet when connected via a 3G/4G/LTE network, access point, wired LAN router.  (page 67)

Transmitting streaming video and audio

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

Streaming using the streaming settings on the camcorder

 (page 69)

High-quality streaming using a Sony Network RX Station (option) as a Connection Control Manager or using XDCAM air

 (page 70)

Using Wi-Fi remote control

You can access the Wi-Fi remote control built into the camcorder from a smartphone, tablet, or other device over a wireless LAN connection.  (page 71)

Configuring from the web menu

The web menu of the camcorder appears when the camcorder is accessed from a browser on a device connected using a wireless LAN connection.  (page 73)

Supported network functions and operating limitations

 (page 78)

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Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN

Streaming is not supported when the video format is set

The camcorder can connect to smartphones, tablets, and other devices using wireless LAN connection by attaching the IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied) or CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option). The following operations can be performed between the camcorder and devices connected using a wireless LAN.

[Note]

USB wireless LAN modules/adaptors other than the IFUWLM3 or CBK-WA02 cannot be used.

Remote operation via wireless LAN

The camcorder can be operated remotely from a smartphone, tablet, or computer that is connected using a wireless LAN.

File transfer via wireless LAN

Proxy files (low-resolution files) stored on the camcorder SD card and original files (highresolution files) recorded on the camcorder can be transferred to a server via a wireless LAN.

Monitoring video via wireless LAN

You can create a stream (H.264) of the camera picture or playback picture of the camcorder for monitoring from a device via wireless LAN using the “Content Browser Mobile” application.

“Content Browser Mobile” is an application that can operate the camcorder remotely on the device screen, while streaming content, and can be used to configure the camcorder. You can also transfer a cutout part of a file by specifying In and Out points in the proxy file (page 67). Always check that you have the latest version of the “Content Browser Mobile” application.

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

[Notes]

Proxy files (low-resolution files) recorded on the SD card in



the camcorder can be streamed via a wireless LAN.



to MPEG-IMX or DVCAM. Obstructions and electromagnetic interference between



the camcorder and wireless LAN access point or terminal device, or the ambient environment (such as wall materials) could shorten the communication range or prevent connections altogether. If you experience these problems, check the connection/communication status after moving the camcorder to a new location, or bringing the camcorder and access point/terminal device closer together.

Compatible Devices

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

Device OS Browser

Smartphone Android

4.4/5.x/6.x/7.x/8.0

iOS 9.x/10.x/11 Safari

Tablet Android

4.4/5.x/6.x/7.x/8.0

iOS 9.x/10.x/11 Safari

Computer Microsoft

Windows 7/ Microsoft Windows 8/ Microsoft Windows 10

Mac OS X

10.10/10.11/ macOS

10.12/10.13

[Note]

Playback may not be supported, depending on the operating system of the terminal device used and the browser version. If this occurs, use “Content Browser Mobile.”

Chrome

Safari

Attaching the IFU-WLM3

1 Open the cover of the USB wireless LAN

module connector.

Guard (supplied)

2 Attach the protective cap to the IFU-WLM3.

3 Plug the IFU-WLM3 into the connector.

[Notes]

Always turn the camcorder off before connecting or



removing the IFU-WLM3. For attachment of the guard, contact a Sony service



representative.

If not using the IFU-WLM3

Unscrew the two screws, remove the guard, and close the connector cover.

Attaching the CBK-WA02

1 Attach the attachment bracket to the handle

in the position shown in the following diagram. For attachment of the attachment bracket (Service Part No. A-2092-367-), contact a Sony service representative.

Attachment bracket

2 Attach the USB extension adaptor, supplied

with the CBK-WA02 (option), to the attachment bracket.

3 Turn the fixing screw clockwise to secure the

USB extension adaptor.

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Fixing screw

USB extension adaptor

You can adjust the position of the USB extension adaptor over the range shown in the following diagram.

4 Attach the protective cap (supplied) to the

USB connector of the USB extension adaptor.

Guard (supplied)

6 Plug the USB connector of the USB extension

adaptor into the USB wireless LAN module connector.

7 Plug the CBK-WA02 into the USB connector of

the USB extension adaptor.

8 Set the wireless LAN channel in Maintenance

>Network >Channel in the setup menu (page 111).

For details about using the CBK-WA02, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the CBK-WA02.

[Notes]

Always turn the camcorder off before connecting or



removing the CBK-WA02. Attaching the CBK-WA02 and selecting Wi-Fi Station



in Maintenance >Network >Setting in the setup menu enables connection to a 5 GHz access point. The Ch setting “Auto(5GHz)” in Wi-Fi Access Point mode



may not be displayed, depending on the CBK-WA02 used. “Auto(5GHz)” is not displayed in the menu if use of the



CBK-WA02 in the 5 GHz band is prohibited for outdoor use in your country or region. Check that the use of the CBK-WA02 is permitted in your country or region. For details, refer to the CBK-WA02 operation manual.

If not using the CBK-WA02

Unscrew the two screws, remove the guard, and close the connector cover.

Connecting using Wireless LAN Access Point (Wi-Fi Access Point Mode)

The camcorder can connect to devices that are set up as an access point.

Smartphone/ Tablet

Install “Content Browser Mobile” on the device to connect before starting the connection configuration.

Computer

One-touch connection using NFC-equipped devices

Devices that support NFC can be connected by one touch using NFC.

1 Select [Settings] on the device and enable the

[NFC] function.

5 Open the cover of the USB wireless LAN

module connector. For attachment of the guard, contact a Sony service representative.

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2 Turn the camcorder on, and set Maintenance

>Network >Wireless Network to Wi-Fi Access Point.

3 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On. 4 Activate the NFC function.

Set NFC connection mode by executing Maintenance >Network >NFC in the setup menu or by pressing and holding an assignable switch that has been assigned with the NFC function for three seconds. The NFC function can be used only when displayed on the screen.

[Note]

It may take some time (30 seconds to 90 seconds) for to appear on the screen. Wait until the network “AP” (access point) wireless network indicator (page 17) stops flashing on the viewfinder screen.

5 Touch the device against the camcorder.

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

[Notes]

Wake a sleeping device and unlock the lock screen



beforehand. Continue to hold the device against the camcorder



without moving it until “Content Browser Mobile” launches (1 to 2 seconds). If a device with identical SSID has already been registered,



the device may not be able to be connected, depending on the OS version of the device. In this case, you can connect the device by deleting the registered SSID from the device.

Connecting using WPS-equipped devices

Devices that support WPS can be connected using WPS.

1 Set Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

to Wi-Fi Access Point.

2 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.

[Note]

It may take some time (30 seconds to 90 seconds) to enable access point mode. Wait until the network “AP” (access point) indicator (page 17) stops flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

3 Select Maintenance >Network >WPS in the

setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob.

5 Open the device Network Settings or Wi-Fi

Settings, and turn Wi-Fi on.

6 Select the camcorder SSID from the Wi-Fi

network SSID list, display Option, and select WPS Push Button.

[Note]

The steps will vary depending on the device used.

Connecting using SSID and password on the device

Connect by entering the SSID and password on the device.

1 Set Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

to Wi-Fi Access Point.

2 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.

[Note]

3 Open the device Network Settings or Wi-Fi

Settings, and turn Wi-Fi on.

4 Select the camcorder SSID from the Wi-Fi

network SSID list, then enter a password to connect. For the camcorder SSID and password, see Maintenance >Network >SSID & Password (page 111) in the setup menu.

[Note]

The steps will vary depending on the device used.

Connecting Using Wireless LAN Station Mode (Wi-Fi Station Mode)

The camcorder can connect to an existing wireless LAN access point as a client. The device connects via the access point. The connection can be established using the setup menu or the web menu. This section describes the method using the WPS function in the setup menu. For details about connecting using the web menu, see “Connecting to an access point in station mode without using WPS” (page 75). For details about connecting using the network auto detection function or by manual entry, see “Connecting to an Access Point using the Setup Menu” (page 65).

Smartphone/ Tablet

Computer

Access point

Connecting to an access point using WPS

If an access point supports the WPS function, you can connect using a basic setting.

1 Turn the access point on. 2 Turn the camcorder on. 3 Set Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

to Wi-Fi Station.

4 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.

[Note]

It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) to enable station mode. Wait until the network indicator (page 17) signal strength icon stops flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

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5 Select Maintenance >Network >WPS in the

setup menu.

6 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob.

7 Press the access point WPS button.

For details about WPS button operation, refer to the instruction manual for the access point. When the connection is successful, the network indicator (page 17) signal strength icon will show a strength of 1 or higher on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

[Note]

If the connection fails, perform the procedure again from step 1.

8 Connect the device to the access point.

For details about how to connect, refer to the instruction manual for each device.

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Connecting to the Internet

You can connect to the Internet using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. For wired LAN, connect a LAN cable (not supplied) to the network connector on the camcorder, and connect to the Internet via a router. For wireless LAN, connect to the Internet using the IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied), CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option), or modem (option).

Required device for network connection

Wireless LAN connection

One of the following devices is required.

IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied)

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CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option) +

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CBK-NA1E USB Extension Adaptor supplied with the CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option) Modem (option) + CBK-NA1E USB Extension

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Adaptor supplied with the CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option)

Wired LAN connection

LAN cable (not supplied)

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[Notes]

The wireless LAN module may not be available in some



countries/regions. The frequency band for the wireless LAN module is shared



by various devices. Depending on the use environment, transmission speed and distance may be decreased, or communication may be disconnected, by using other devices. To use the 3G/4G/LTE services, you need to contract with



a cell phone company. For details about the required compatible device for the



network connection, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative.

Limitations on simultaneous use of network connection function

The camcorder can connect to a network using wireless LAN or wired LAN methods. However, there are limits on the simultaneous use of these connection functions.

For details, see “Limitations on Simultaneous Use of Network Functions” (page 78).

Connecting Using a LAN Cable (Wired LAN Connection)

You can connect to the Internet using a wired LAN connection via a router connected to the network connector on the camcorder.

[Notes]

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral

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device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port. Follow the instructions for this port. When you connect the LAN cable of the unit to peripheral



device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.

Computer

Router

Internet

1 Connect the network connector of the

camcorder and a router using a LAN cable.

2 Set Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN to

Enable.

3 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.

An IP address is automatically assigned to the camcorder.

[Notes]

It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) for the

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wired LAN connection to become enabled. Wait until the network status indicator (page 17) LAN icon stops flashing on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. To transfer original files/proxy files recorded on the



camcorder, use Wi-Fi remote control, operate the web menu, or monitor output using the “Content Browser Mobile” application, set Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN Remote in the setup menu to On (page 112). When connected to a network, using a LAN cable, that will

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not be used to connect to the Internet, it is recommended that Wired LAN Remote be set to On to prevent unauthorized access from the Internet. When connecting to the Internet, check that the network connection is to a secure network before use. A wired LAN connection is not possible if a modem

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(option) is attached to the USB wireless LAN module connector. For wired LAN connection, first remove the modem (option). When connected to the Internet using Wi-Fi Station mode

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and the wired LAN is not connected to the Internet, a network error may occur and Internet-related functions may not operate. In this case, set Wired LAN to Disable, and connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi- Station mode only.

Preparation for Connection to the Internet Using a Modem

Attach the CBK-NA1E USB extension adaptor, supplied with the CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option), to the USB wireless LAN module connector on the camcorder when planning to connect to the Internet via a 3G/4G network using the USB wireless LAN module connector.

1 Attach the attachment bracket to the handle

in the position shown in the following diagram. For attachment of the attachment bracket (Service Part No. A-2092-367-), contact a Sony service representative.

Attachment bracket

2 Attach the USB extension adaptor to the

attachment bracket.

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3 Turn the fixing screw clockwise to secure the

USB extension adaptor.

Fixing screw

USB extension adaptor

You can adjust the position of the USB extension adaptor over the range shown in the following diagram.

Guard (supplied)

6 Plug the USB connector of the USB extension

adaptor into the USB wireless LAN module connector.

Connecting Using a Modem

You can connect the camcorder to the Internet via a 3G/4G network by attaching a modem (option) to the camcorder using a CBK-NA1 Network Adaptor Kit (option).

Internet

CBK-NA1 + Modem

Connecting

1 Connect the modem (option) to the USB

connector of the CBK-NA1E USB extension adaptor.

[Notes]

Always turn the camcorder off before connecting or



removing the CBK-NA1 and modem. It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) to enable



modem mode. Wait until the “3G/4G” network status indicator (page 17) stops flashing on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

Connecting Using Wireless LAN Station Mode (Wi-Fi Station Mode)

You can connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi station mode by attaching the IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied) or CBK-WA02 Wireless LAN Adaptor (option) to the camcorder, and using a 3G/4G/LTE-compatible access point (option) or using device tethering. For details about attaching devices, see “Attaching the IFU-WLM3” (page 59) and “Attaching the CBK-WA02” (page 59).

4 Attach the protective cap (supplied) to the

USB connector of the USB extension adaptor.

5 Open the cover of the USB wireless LAN

module connector. For attachment of the guard, contact a Sony service representative.

For details about connecting a modem, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the modem.

2 Set Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network

to Modem.

3 Set Maintenance >Network >Setting to On.

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Smartphone/ Tablet

Computer

Access point

Internet

Connecting Using a Device

If the access point and device supports WPS, connect using the procedure in “Connecting to an access point using WPS” (page 61). If WPS is not supported, connect using the procedure in “Connecting to an access point in station mode without using WPS” (page 75).

First, turn the access point and device on, and configure the device tethering function if planning to use tethering.

Connecting to an Access Point using the Setup Menu

You can connect to an access point using the setup menu. The connection can be established using the network auto detection function or by manual entry.

Connection using network auto detection function

1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in “Connecting to an

access point using WPS” (page 61).

2 Select Maintenance >Network >Wi-Fi Station

Detail Settings >Scan Networks in the setup menu, then select [Execute]. The camcorder starts detection of connection destinations. Detected destinations for connection are displayed in the Scan Networks result list.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select a destination to

which to connect, then press the knob. When the connection is established, the Password input screen appears.

4 Set the password on the Password input

screen. If a connection is attempted before network auto detection and an SSID to use is selected, the password screen for that SSID is displayed. After setting the password, the display returns to the Wi-Fi Station Detail Settings screen.

5 Configure the following connection settings

on the Wi-Fi Station Detail Settings screen.

Item Description

DHCP Enables/disables DHCP.

When set to On, an IP address is automatically assigned to the camcorder. To enter the camcorder IP address manually, set to Off.

IP Address Enter the IP address of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Subnet mask Enter the subnet mask of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Gateway Enter the gateway for the

access point. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

DNS Auto Obtains DNS address

automatically. When set to On, the address of the DNS server is obtained automatically.

Primary DNS Server

Secondary DNS Server

Enter the primary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

Enter the secondary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

6 When finished, select Set >Execute to apply

the settings.

[Notes]

If the connection settings are changed, always select

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Set >Execute. If Execute is not selected, the configured settings are not applied. It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) to

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enable station mode. Wait until the network indicator

(page 17) signal strength icon stops flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

Connection by manual entry

1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in “Connecting to an

access point using WPS” (page 61).

2 Configure the following connection settings

using Maintenance >Network >Wi-Fi Station Detail Settings in the setup menu.

Item Description

SSID Enter the SSID for the

destination to which to connect.

Password Enter the password for the

destination to which to connect.

DHCP Enables/disables DHCP.

When set to On, an IP address is automatically assigned to the camcorder. To enter the camcorder IP address manually, set to Off.

IP Address Enter the IP address of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Subnet mask Enter the subnet mask of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Gateway Enter the gateway for the

access point. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

DNS Auto Obtains DNS address

automatically. When set to On, the address of the DNS server is obtained automatically.

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Item Description

Primary DNS Server

Secondary DNS Server

Enter the primary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

Enter the secondary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

3 When finished, select Set >Execute to apply

the settings.

[Notes]

If the connection settings are changed, always select

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Set >Execute. If Execute is not selected, the configured settings are not applied. It may take some time (30 seconds to 1 minute) to



enable station mode. Wait until the network indicator (page 17) signal strength icon stops flashing on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

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Transferring Files

You can transfer proxy files recorded on an SD card and original files recorded on SxS memory cards to a server on the Internet when connected to the Internet via a 3G/4G/LTE network, access point, or wired LAN router.

Preparation for Transfer

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet using

the procedures in “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59) and “Connecting to the Internet” (page 63).

2 You must first register a server to which you

want to transfer files. For details about registering a server, see “To register a new destination server” (page 76).

Transferring

You can select proxy files on an SD card or original files on SxS memory cards for transfer to a server.

Transferring proxy files on an SD card

1 Connect the camcorder and device using a

LAN connection, then launch a browser on the device to access the camcorder.

2 Display a file list screen to select files. 3 Tap and select [Media Info], then tap [SD

Card]. The SD Card screen appears.

Using “Content Browser Mobile” application version 2.0 or later, you can quickly display a thumbnail for a proxy file on an SD card by using the still image of the first frame.

4 Select the files you want to transfer.

Tap a file to select it. Tap a file a second time to de-select it. You can double-tap a file to play the file to check its content.

5 Tap [Transfer].

The default destination server specified in [Default Setting] appears (see “To register a new destination server” (page 76)). To change the destination server, tap the destination server to display a list and then select a different server. Enter the directory on the destination server, as required.

6 Tap [Transfer].

Transfer of the selected files begins. To cancel file transfer, tap [Cancel].

Transferring automatically when recording finishes

If Maintenance >File Transfer >Auto Upload(Proxy) in the setup menu is set to On beforehand, the file is automatically uploaded to the specified server when proxy recording finishes.

If a proxy file with an identical duration as the original file, inheriting the information from the original file, is recorded based on planning metadata, a folder is created on the transfer destination with a name defined by the content of the <Title> tag of the planning metadata file, and the proxy file is transferred to that folder. When transferring, the ID of the recording media is automatically appended to the file name of the planning metadata file.

Transferring parts of proxy files

Using “Content Browser Mobile” application version 2.0 or later, you can specify In/Out points from proxy files to cut out and transfer the cutout parts. You can also transfer the cutout portions of multiple files using the Storyboard.

[Notes]

Margins of up to 15 frames are added before and after the



cutout region in the created file. Files created from cutouts from proxy files recorded using

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network function software (V1.25 or earlier) may not be imported into non-linear editors. When partial transfer is performed using the Storyboard,

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the file for sending Storyboard information to a non-linear editor is displayed in the Job List. When transferring, a General/Sony/tmp folder is created

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automatically on the SD card. The file is temporarily stored in this folder, and is automatically deleted after the file transfer is completed.

Transferring original files on SxS memory cards

1 Connect the camcorder and device using a

LAN connection, then launch a browser on the device to connect to the camcorder “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59).

2 Select Maintenance >File Transfer >File

Transfer in the setup menu.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. File transfer mode is initiated.

4 Display a file list screen to select files in the

browser on the device.

5 Tap and select [Media Info], then tap Slot A

(for files recorded on media in slot A) or Slot B (for files recorded on media in slot B). The Slot A or Slot B screen appears. Example: Slot A screen

6 Select the files you want to transfer.

Tap a file to select it. Tap a file a second time to de-select it.

7 Tap [Transfer].

8 Tap [Transfer].

Transfer of the selected files begins. To cancel file transfer, tap [Cancel].

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When the transfer of all files is completed, transfer mode is automatically released, and the display returns to the camera shooting screen.

If Maintenance >File Transfer >Remote File Transfer in the setup menu is set to Enable beforehand, file transfer mode is initiated automatically without performing steps

[Note]

Files cannot be transferred under the following conditions.

During recording, playback, or when displaying the

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thumbnail screen When Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network >Wi-Fi



Access Point and Wired LAN >Disable in the setup menu are set to Disable When the streaming function is enabled (Maintenance



>Streaming >Setting is set to On)

2 and 3.

Transferring parts of original files

Using “Content Browser Mobile” application version 2.0 or later, you can specify In/Out points in original files recorded by the camcorder to cut out and transfer the cutout parts. You can also transfer the cutout portions of multiple files using the Storyboard. The following formats of original files are supported.

XAVC-I

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XAVC-L

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HD422 (exFAT/UDF)

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HD420HQ (exFAT/UDF)

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[Note]

To transfer a part of an original file using “Content Browser Mobile,” a proxy file with the same file name as the original file is required. Enable the creation of proxy files before you start to record. The relevant settings are shown below.

Set Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Setting in the

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setup menu to On. When network client mode is enabled, set Maintenance

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>Network Client Mode >Preset 1, Preset 2, or Preset 3 >NCM with Proxy in the setup menu to Enable.

Monitoring the File Transfer

Tap [Job List] on the SD Card, Slot A, or Slot B screen to display the Job List screen to check the status of the file transfer (page 76).

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Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio

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

Preparation for Streaming Transmission

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet using

the procedures in “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59) and “Connecting to the Internet” (page 63).

2 Select Preset1 (or Preset2, Preset3) in

Maintenance >Streaming in the setup menu. The streaming connection destination setup screen appears.

3 Set Size, Bit Rate, Type, and items according to

Type on the screen. For details and limitations about settings, see “Streaming Settings” (page 74).

4 Select Preset1 (or Preset2, Preset3), set in steps

1 and 2, in Maintenance >Streaming >Preset

Select in the setup menu.

[Notes]

Streaming cannot be started under the following menu



settings.

– When Maintenance >Network >Setting in the setup

menu is set to Off

– When Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting in

the setup menu is set to On

– When Maintenance >Network >Setting in the setup

menu is set to On, but Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network is set to Off and Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN is set to Disable

It may take several tens of seconds to stream actual video



or audio after starting streaming. You cannot start streaming when playing back an SD



format clip. If you set the streaming transmission destination is set



incorrectly or the camcorder does not connect to the network, “×” appears on the screen as the streaming status indicator. Streaming in network client mode (page 70),



monitoring, proxy recording, and file transfer are not available after switching to streaming mode. Starting streaming while monitoring, proxy recording, or



transferring files will stop the corresponding function.

Stopping Streaming

Set Maintenance >Streaming >Setting to Off to stop streaming. When Streaming is On, streaming can also be stopped by pressing the assignable switch to which Streaming has been assigned.

Starting Streaming

1 Set Maintenance >Streaming >Setting in the

setup menu to On. Streaming starts according to the settings. You can assign Streaming to an assignable switch. For details about assignment, see “Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” (page 117).

When the camcorder is connected to a device via Wireless LAN (page 59) or is connected to the Internet using wireless LAN station mode (page 61), you can also set the streaming transmission destination and start/stop streaming from the web menu (page 73).

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Streaming High Quality Video

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.

[Note]

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 more details, contact Sony professional sales representative.

1 Connect the camcorder to the network.

For details, see “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59) and “Connecting to the Internet” (page 63).

2 Configure the network settings of the

destination to which to connect in Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Preset 1, Preset 2, or Preset 3 in the setup menu. You can save network settings of a destination to which to connect as a preset in Preset 1, Preset 2, or Preset 3.

Item Description

CCM Address Enter the IP 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.

NCM With Proxy Enable/disable proxy

recording when connected with a CCM.

[Notes]

Network client mode cannot be set if values are not

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entered for all items. Setting Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Preset



1, Preset 2, or Preset 3 >NCM with Proxy in the setup menu to Enable enables proxy recording, even when

network client mode is enabled. To enable the NCM with Proxy setting, set Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Setting in the setup menu to On. If Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Preset 1,



Preset 2, or Preset 3 >NCM with Proxy in the setup menu is set to Disable, proxy recording stops if network client mode is set to On during recording. If original file recording is continuing, set both to Off to restart proxy recording. If Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode >Proxy File >Size



in the setup menu is set to HD Auto(9Mbps) or HD Auto(6Mbps), NCM with Proxy cannot be enabled. If HD Auto(9Mbps) or HD Auto(6Mbps) is set after NCM with Proxy is set to Enable, the setting is maintained, but proxy recording is not performed.

3 Select one of the presets, set in step 1, in

Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Preset Select in the setup menu.

4 Set Maintenance >Network Client Mode

>Setting in the setup 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 assign Setting (On/Off) for Network Client Mode to an assignable switch. For details about assignment, see “Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” (page 117).

[Notes]

Changing to network client mode during normal

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streaming (page 69) is not possible. After changing to network client mode, normal streaming



(page 69) and monitoring 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.

The available streaming bit rates that can be configured



by the Network RX Station are limited to the following, depending on the proxy recording format.

– If the proxy recording format is 1280×720

9Mbps/6Mbps, the streaming bit rate is set to 1 Mbps or lower.

– If the proxy recording format is 640×360 3Mbps, the

streaming bit rate is set to 3 Mbps or lower.

The proxy format cannot be changed in network client



mode. To change the format, first set Network Client Mode to Off.

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 files you want to transfer.

To transfer a proxy recording:

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Follow steps

1 to 4 in “Transferring proxy

files on an SD card” (page 67). To transfer original files:

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Follow steps

1 to 6 in “Transferring original

files on SxS memory cards” (page 67).

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.

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Using Wi-Fi Remote Control

You can access the Wi-Fi remote control built into the camcorder from a smartphone, tablet, or other device over a wireless LAN connection. Using the Wi-Fi remote control allows you to operate the camcorder remotely. This allows you to start/stop recording or configure settings remotely, and is useful in applications where the camcorder is fixed in a remote location or mounted on a crane, for example.

Displaying the Wi-Fi Remote Control

The Wi-Fi Remote screen is automatically resized to match the screen size of the connected device.

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet using

the procedures in “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59) and “Connecting to the Internet” (page 63).

2 Launch a browser on the device and enter

“http://<IP_address>/rm.html” in the URL bar, where “<IP_address>” is the IP address (Maintenance >Network >IP Address (Wireless) in the setup menu) of the camcorder. For example, if the IP address is 192.168.1.1, enter “http://192.168.1.1/rm.html” in the URL bar.

3 Enter the user name and password

(Maintenance >Basic Authentication (page 111) in the setup menu) on the browser screen. When connection is successful, the Wi-Fi Remote screen appears on the device. You use the Wi-Fi Remote screen to operate the camcorder. You can disable the REC button operation by sliding the Lock knob to the right on the screen. You can also display the Wi-Fi remote control

using [Cam Remote Control] (page 73) from the web menu.

[Notes]

To display the page for a smartphone, change “rm.



html” to “rms.html” in the URL. To display the page for a tablet, change “rm.html” to “rmt.html” in the URL. When “rm.html” is entered, the page automatically switches for display on the corresponding device. However, the appropriate page may not be displayed, depending on the device. The Wi-Fi Remote 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 Wi-Fi remote control may not function if the wireless



signal strength becomes weak.

Wi-Fi Remote Screen (Smartphones)

Main screen

Status display



Shooting settings



Iris, Focus, Zoom, S&Q FPS, Shutter, White, Gamma, Auto Iris, Gain, ATW, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto White

Playback screen

Status display



Playback control buttons



F Rev, Play/Pause, F Fwd, Prev, Stop, Next

Cursor screen

Assign screen

Status indicators



Cursor control buttons, menu/



status display Up, Left, Set, Right, Down, Cancel/Back, Menu, Status, Thumbnail, Option (SHIFT + SET)

Status display



Assignable switches



Assignable switches 0, 1, 3, 4, 5

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Wi-Fi Remote Screen (Tablets)

Main screen

Status display



Assignable switches



Assignable switches 0, 1, 3, 4, 5 Shooting settings



S&Q FPS, Shutter, White, Gamma, Auto Iris, Gain, ATW, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto White

Playback screen

Cursor screen

Status display



Cursor control buttons, menu/status display



Up, Left, Set, Right, Down, Cancel/Back, Menu, Status, Thumbnail, Option (SHIFT + SET)

Assign screen

Assignable switches



Assignable switches 0, 1, 3, 4, 5

Status display



Playback control buttons



F Rev, Play/Pause, F Fwd, Prev, Stop, Next

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Configuring from the Web Menu

The web menu of the camcorder appears when the camcorder is accessed from a browser on a device connected using a wireless LAN connection. Using the web menu, you can configure settings related to wireless functions, transfer files, and perform other actions.

Displaying the Web Menu

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet using

the procedures in “Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN” (page 59) and “Connecting to the Internet” (page 63).

2 Launch a browser on the device and enter

“http://192.168.1.1:8080/index.html” in the URL bar. The user name and password entry screen appears.

3 Enter a user name and password, then select

[OK]. For the user name and password for access authentication, see Maintenance >Basic Authentication (page 111) in the setup menu.

Setup Menu

Launch a browser on the device and enter “http://<IP_address>:8080” in the URL bar, where “<IP_address>” is the IP address (Maintenance >Network >IP Address in the setup menu) of the camcorder, to display the Media Info >SD Card screen of the camcorder Tapping will display the configuration menus. Tap the item you want to configure.

in the top left of the web menu screen

The menu has the following items: Settings, Media Info, Job List, and Cam Remote Control.

Settings

Used to configure the camcorder. This screen has the following items.

Item Description See

Wireless Module >Streaming Format

Wireless Module >Proxy Format

Wireless LAN >Station Settings

Wireless LAN >Status

Wired LAN >Wired LAN Settings

Wired LAN >Status

Upload Settings

Streaming format settings

Proxy format settings

Wireless LAN settings

Wireless LAN settings status

Wired LAN settings

Wired LAN settings status

Transfer settings

Streaming Format Settings (page 73)

Proxy Format Settings (page 74)

Wireless LAN Station Settings (page 74)

Checking wireless LAN settings (page 75)

Wired LAN Settings (page 75)

Checking wired LAN settings (page 75)

Transfer (Upload) Settings (page 76)

Media Info

Displays media information and is used to select files to transfer from media.

SD Card: Media inserted into the PROXY SD card

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slot of the camcorder. Double-clicking a file will start playback of the selected file.

[Note]

Playback may not be supported, depending on the operating system of the terminal device used and the browser version. If this occurs, use “Content Browser Mobile.”

Slot A: Media inserted into card slot A of the

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camcorder Slot B: Media inserted into card slot B of the



camcorder

Job List

Displays the Job List screen for managing file transfers (page 76).

Cam Remote Control

Displays the Wi-Fi remote control screen (page 71).

OSS Information

Displays copyright information.

Streaming Format Settings

You can configure the stream for monitoring by devices, and set the format and transmission destination of the stream for streaming via the Internet or local network.

Video

AVC/H.264 Main Profile, 4:2:0 Long GOP

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Size is selected in the following settings.

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Audio

AAC-LC compression



Sampling frequency: 48 kHz



Bit rate: 128 kbps for stereo

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Monitoring Settings

You can set the format for monitoring by devices.

Item Description Setting

Monitoring Size

Monitoring Frame Rate

Monitoring Bit Rate

[Notes]

The bit rate is an average value, so this value may be



exceeded at times. A video frame rate of 24 fps is not supported.



640×360 (3Mbps (VBR)) is not supported for Monitoring



Size.

Sets the video size and bit rate for monitoring.

Displays the video frame rate for monitoring.

Displays the video bit rate for monitoring.

480×270(1Mbps)/ 480×270(0.5Mbps)

23.98fps/25fps/

29.97fps/50fps/

59.94fps

1Mbps(VBR)/

0.5Mbps(VBR)

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Streaming Settings

You can set the format and transmission destination for streaming. Up to three settings can be preset.

Item Description Setting

On/Off Switches streaming

transmission on/off.

Preset Selects the preset

from Preset 1 to Preset 3. You can edit Preset by tapping Edit.

Type Selects the type of

video for streaming.

Size Sets the size of

video for streaming. When HD Auto is selected, the size is set to 1920×1080 or 1280×720, according to the setting of the recording format recorded on the SxS memory card or the format of the clip to be played back.

Bit Rate Sets the bit rate of

video for streaming. The selectable bit rate varies depending on the Size setting.

Destination Address

Enter the address of the transmission destination server for streaming data.

On/Off

Preset1/Preset2/ Preset3

MPEG-2 TS/UDP/ MPEG-2 TS/ RTP

HD Auto/ 1280×720/ 640×360/ 480×270/ 320×180

9Mbps/6Mbps/ 3Mbps/2Mbps/ 1Mbps/0.5Mbps/

0.3Mbps(Mono L)/

0.3Mbps(Mono R)/

0.2Mbps(Mono L)/

0.2Mbps(Mono R)

Host name or IP address

Item Description Setting

Destination Port

Enter the port number of the

1 to 65535

transmission destination server used for streaming.

Audio Channel Select

[Notes]

When Streaming is set to On, the monitoring function



cannot be used. Audio/video data is transmitted as-is via the Internet.



Accordingly, the data may potentially be exposed to other parties. Always check that the transmission destination can receive the streaming data. The data may be sent to an unintended 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 for the Size setting. If a network with bandwidth of less than 500 kbps is used,



Size and Bit Rate are set to the following.

– When Size is 480×270, Bit Rate is set to 0.3Mbps(Mono

– When Size is 320×180, Bit Rate is set to 0.2Mbps(Mono

When this occurs, video is set to a frame rate of 10 fps, and audio is set to a sampling frequency of 48 kHz and a bit rate of 56 kbps Mono. When Bit Rate is 0.3Mbps(Mono L) or 0.2Mbps(Mono L),



Audio Channel Select >Ch-1 & Ch-2 is set to Ch-1 or Ch-3 & Ch-4 is set to Ch-3. When Bit Rate is 0.3Mbps(Mono R) or 0.2Mbps(Mono R), Audio Channel Select >Ch-1 & Ch-2 is set to Ch-2 or Ch-3 & Ch-4 is set to Ch-4.

Selects the audio channels for the streaming output.

L), 0.3Mbps(Mono R), 0.2Mbps(Mono L), or

0.2Mbps(Mono R).

L) or 0.2Mbps(Mono R).

Ch-1 & Ch-2/ Ch-3 & Ch-4

Proxy Format Settings

You can set the format of the proxy file that is recorded on the SD card of the camcorder.

Video

XAVC Proxy (AVC/H.264 Main Profile, 4:2:0 Long



GOP) Size is selected in the following settings.



Audio

AAC-LC compression



Sampling frequency: 48 kHz



Bit rate: 128 kbps for stereo



Item Description Setting

Proxy File recording >Size

Proxy File recording >Frame Rate

Proxy File recording >Bit Rate

Sets the video size and bit rate for proxy files.

Displays the video frame rate for proxy files.

Displays the video bit rate for proxy files.

HD Auto(9Mbps)/ HD Auto(6Mbps)/ 1280×720(9Mbps)/ 1280×720(6Mbps)/ 640×360(3Mbps)/ 480×270(1Mbps)/ 480×270(0.5Mbps)

23.98fps/ 25fps/

29.97fps/ 50fps/

59.94fps

9Mbps(VBR)/ 6Mbps(VBR)/ 3Mbps(VBR)/ 1Mbps(VBR)/

0.5Mbps(VBR)

Item Description Setting

Proxy File recording >Audio

Sets the audio channel to record to proxy data.

Ch-1 & Ch-2/ Ch-3 & Ch-4

Channel Select

[Notes]

The bit rate is an average value, so this value may be



exceeded at times. 24 fps is not supported.



When HD Auto is selected for Size in the proxy format



settings, the proxy format is set according to the setting of the recording format recorded on the SxS memory card or the format of the clip to be played back. Proxy files recorded with Size set to HD Auto in the proxy



format settings may not be able to be played in a browser or Content Browser Mobile. Insert SD cards for recording proxy files directly into a computer to play the files.

Wireless LAN Station Settings

Use this screen to make settings for connecting the camcorder to a wireless LAN.

Item Description

Host Name Name of the camcorder (can be

modified)

SSID Displays the SSID selected in

[Access Point].

Key Enter the password for the

access point.

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Item Description

DHCP Enables/disables DHCP.

When set to [On], an IP address is automatically assigned to the camcorder. To enter the camcorder IP address manually, set to [Off].

IP Address Enter the IP address of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Subnet mask Enter the subnet mask of the

camcorder. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

Gateway Enter the gateway for the access

point. Enabled only when DHCP is [Off].

DNS Auto Obtains DNS address

automatically. When set to On, the address of the DNS server is obtained automatically.

Primary DNS Server

Secondary DNS Server

Submit Applies the wireless LAN

Enter the primary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

Enter the secondary DNS server for the access point. Enabled only when DNS Auto is [Off].

settings.

Connecting to an access point in station mode without using WPS

1 Connect the camcorder and device using

access point mode (page 60).

2 Configure settings on the Station Settings

screen.

Configure settings to match the settings of the access point connection.

For details about access point settings, refer to the instruction manual for the access point.

3 Tap [Submit].

The specified settings are applied.

4 Select Maintenance >Network >Wireless

Network in the setup menu.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Wi-Fi Station],

then press the knob. This step connects the camcorder to the access point in station mode. Proceed to step

9 in “Connecting to an access point using WPS”

(page 61) to access the camcorder from the device.

Checking wireless LAN settings

Use the Wireless LAN >Status tab to monitor the wireless LAN status. The displayed settings will vary depending on the wireless LAN mode of the camcorder.

Access point mode

Station mode

Wired LAN Settings

Use this screen to make settings for connecting the camcorder to a wired LAN.

Item Description

DHCP Enables/disables DHCP.

When set to [On], an IP address is automatically assigned to the camcorder. To enter the camcorder IP address manually, set to [Off].

IP Address Enter the IP address of the

camcorder. Enabled when DHCP is [Off].

Subnet mask Enter the subnet mask of the

camcorder. Enabled when DHCP is [Off].

Gateway Enter the gateway for the access

point. Enabled when DHCP is [Off].

Item Description

DNS Auto Obtains DNS address

automatically. When set to On, the address of the DNS server is obtained automatically.

Primary DNS Server

Secondary DNS Server

Web/Cam Remote

Submit Sets the wired LAN settings.

[Note]

To prevent unauthorized access from the Internet, it is recommended that Web/Cam Remote be set to On only when the wired LAN network is not connected to the Internet. When connecting to the Internet, check that the network connection is a secure network before use.

Enter the primary DNS server of the router. Enabled when DNS Auto is [Off].

Enter the secondary DNS server of the router. Enabled when DNS Auto is [Off].

Enables/disables access to the camcorder web menu and Wi-Fi remote control. When set to On, access is permitted.

Checking wired LAN settings

Use the Wired LAN >Status tab to monitor the wired LAN status.

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Transfer (Upload) Settings

You can register and set servers for transferring proxy files or original files recorded on the camcorder.

Auto transfer ON/OFF

If [Auto upload] is [On] and an Internet connection exists, proxy files are automatically transferred to the default server specified on the Upload Settings tab when recording ends. The default server is set to “Sony Ci” by factory default. “Sony Ci” is the Media Cloud Services provided by Sony. You can transfer files to the “Sony Ci” cloud service.

[Notes]

A subscription is required in order to use the “Sony Ci”



cloud service. For details, visit www.SonyMCS.com/ wireless. The name of the transfer destination folder is specified in



[Destination Directory]. If not specified, a folder name with the current date is used. To change the setting, see “To change registered server settings” (page 76).

Use the following procedure to register with “Sony Ci.”

1 Check that “Sony Ci” is displayed on the

[Upload Settings] tab, then click [Edit]. The “Sony Ci” setup screen appears.

2 Enter a user name and password.

For details, visit www.SonyMCS.com/wireless.

3 Tap [Link].

A completion message appears after a short while. [Link] associates the user with the camcorder. An Internet connection is required to execute [Link].

4 Tap [OK].

After registering with “Sony Ci,” [Unlink] appears on the Settings screen. Tapping [Unlink] releases the user account to enable other user accounts to link with the camcorder.

To register a new destination server

Tap [Create New] to display a configuration screen.

After specifying settings, tap [OK] to apply the settings. Tapping [Cancel] discards the settings.

Item Description

Default Server Set to [On] to set the default

file destination server. (Displayed at the top of the server list for file transfers.)

Display Name Enter the name of the server

to display in the list.

Service Displays the type of server.

FTP: FTP server

Host Name Enter the address of the server.

[Note]

If a port number other than the default number of 21 is used, append a colon and the port number at the end of the address (for example, “:123”).

Item Description

User Enter the user name.

Password Enter the password.

PASV Mode Enable/disable PASV mode.

Destination Directory

Using Secure Protocol

Load Certification Load an intermediated CA

[Note]

Communication using FTP is not encrypted. The use of FTPS is recommended.

Specify the destination directory.

[Note]

If an invalid character is entered in the directory name, the directory is not created and files are transferred to the top level of the default transfer destination directory.

Set whether to use secure FTP.

certificate. Displayed when Using Secure Protocol is set to On.

[Notes]

Communication using FTP is



not encrypted. The use of FTPS is recommended. An intermediate CA certificate



containing a root certificate is required. 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.

To change registered server settings

Select the server whose settings you want to change on the Upload Settings screen, then tap [Edit]. Change the setting on the displayed configuration screen. For details about items, see “To register a new destination server”.

Deleting a registered server

Select the server you want to delete on the Upload Settings screen, then tap [Delete]. A confirmation message appears. Tap [OK] to delete the server and return to the previous screen.

Monitoring File Transfers (Job List)

You can monitor file transfer status, manage files in the transfer file list, and start/stop file transfers. The camcorder supports the FTP resume function (for continuing file transfer if transfer stops).

Item Description

Total Progress status of the transfer

of all files

Status Progress status of the file

being transferred

Remain time Predicted remaining transfer

time

Transfer data rate Transfer rate

To stop/restart file transfer or delete a file from the transfer list

1 Select a file. 2 Tap on the top right of the screen.

Select a menu item.

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Abort selected: Stop file transfer.



Delete from list: Delete the file from the



transfer list. Start selected: Start file transfer.



Select All: Select all files in the list.



Clear completed: Delete all files that have



been transferred from the list.

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Supported Network Functions and Operating Limitations

Network Functions and Network Connection Settings

The supported network functions and corresponding network connection settings (Maintenance >Network >Wireless Network and Wired LAN settings) are shown below. To enable the network functions, set Maintenance >Network >Setting in the setup menu to On.

Network function Maintenance >Network>Wireless Network in the

setup menu

Wi-Fi Access Point Wi-Fi Station Modem Off Enable Disable

Proxy recording

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

(page 53)

Proxy playback

Yes

No No Yes

(page 73)

File transfer

No Yes

Yes

(page 67)

Streaming

No Yes Yes No Yes No transmission (page 69)

Monitoring

Yes

No No Yes

(page 73)

Network client mode

No Yes Yes No Yes No (page 70)

Camcorder remote

Yes

No No Yes control (page 71)

Maintenance >Network >Wired LAN in the setup menu

No Yes

Limitations on Simultaneous Use of Network Functions

The following limitations apply to the simultaneous use of network functions.

Wireless LAN connection

None Disabled Network function stopped

USB wireless LAN module Disabled USB wireless LAN module operating

3G/4G/LTE USB modem Disabled 3G/4G/LTE USB modem operating

None Enabled Wired LAN operating

USB wireless LAN module Enabled USB wireless LAN module and wired LAN operating

1) Streaming and file transfer operate using wired LAN. The USB wireless LAN module is reserved for Wi-Fi remote control operation.

[Note]

Wired LAN connection is not possible when the USB extension adaptor of the CBK-NA1R Ethernet Adaptor, supplied with the CBK-NA1 (option), is attached to the USB wireless LAN module on the camcorder.

Wired LAN connection

Operation

1) Proxy recording is enabled when Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode> Setting in the setup menu is set to On.

2) Supports camcorder and network-connected device functions.

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Clip Operations on the Thumbnail Screen

Thumbnail Screen

Cursor (yellow)

9 10 11 12 13

The thumbnail screen appears if you press the THUMBNAIL button in E-E or playback mode. Thumbnail screens display lists of the index pictures of clips stored on SxS memory cards as thumbnails. You can select any clip (page 80) on the thumbnail screen and start playback of that clip (page 80). You can also add a clip flag to any clip on the thumbnail screen to filter clips according to the flags. You can also switch to the Essence Mark thumbnail screen from the thumbnail screen and add essence marks (for example, shot marks) to any frame in the clip.

1 2 3 4

To hide the thumbnail screen, press the THUMBNAIL button.

1. Thumbnail (index picture)

When a clip is recorded, its first frame is automatically displayed as the index picture. You can change the index picture to any frame (page 84).

2. Selected media icon/media status

mark is displayed if the media is protected. If two SxS memory cards are inserted in the camcorder, you can switch between them using the SLOT SELECT button.

3. Clip number / total number of clips

4. Battery / Voltage status

5. Playback disabled indicator

6. Clip status

Displays the clips status using an icon.

Icon Meaning

S, OK, NG, KP icons

Sub icon Subclip recording (1-slot Simul Rec)

Lock icon Clip is locked (protected)

OK S

Essence mark or clip flag attached to a clip

65 7 8

Sub

7. Clip select checkbox

Place a check mark in the checkbox to select a clip (thumbnail).

8. Thumbnail information

Displays thumbnail information. The displayed information varies according to the Customize View setting (page 85).

9. Clip name / title

Displays the name or title of the selected clip.

10. Recording video format

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11. Special recording information

Displays the recording mode if the clip was recorded using a special recording mode (Slow & Quick Motion). For Slow & Quick Motion clips, the [Recording frame rate/Playback frame rate] are displayed on the right.

12. Clip duration

13. Creation date

Selecting Clips

To select a clip thumbnail, do one of the following to move the yellow cursor to the thumbnail that you want to select.

Press the, , ,  buttons.



Turn the MENU knob.



Press the PREV or NEXT button.



Selecting the First Thumbnail

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

Selecting the Last Thumbnail

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

Playing Clips Sequentially Starting from the Selected Clip

1 Select the thumbnail of the clip that you want

to play first.

2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

Playback begins from the start of the selected clip.

It plays all clips sequentially starting from the selected clip. When playback of the last clip finishes, the camcorder switches to the camera image or external input state. Press the THUMBNAIL button to return to the thumbnail screen.

[Notes]

Not all clips may be played back sequentially if the clips



on the SxS memory cards were recorded with a mixture of different recording formats. Clips with an playback disabled icon (page 79)



displayed on the thumbnail screen are not played. The corresponding clips are skipped and sequential playback continues. There may be momentary picture breakup or still image



display at the boundary between clips. During this time, the play controls and the THUMBNAIL button cannot be operated. 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 view the start of the clip without breakup, put the camcorder into playback mode, pause, use the PREV button to return to the start of the clip, and start play again.

Playing at High Speed

Press the F FWD button (page 8) or the F REV button (page 7). To return to normal playback, press the PLAY/ PAUSE button.

Returning to the Start of the Current Clip

Press the PREV button.

During playback, this jumps to the start of the



current clip and starts playback. During F FWD, this jumps to the start of the



current clip and pauses playback. During F REV or pause, this jumps to the start of



the current clip and displays a still image. Each subsequent press of the button moves to



the previous clip.

Playing from the Start of the First Clip

Simultaneously press the PREV and F REV buttons. This jumps to the start of the first clip on the SxS memory card.

Jumping to the Start of the Next Clip

last clip, this jumps to the end of the clip and pauses playback. During F REV or pause, this jumps to the start of



the next clip and displays a still image. Each subsequent press of the button moves to



the next clip.

Jumping to the Last Clip

Simultaneously press the F FWD and NEXT buttons. This jumps to the last frame of the last clip recorded on the SxS memory card.

Adding a Shot Mark during Playback

You can add shot marks to clips during playback by using the same method used during recording (page 48).

[Note]

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

Stopping Playback

Press the STOP button: Playback stops, and the

camcorder enters E-E mode.

Press the THUMBNAIL button: Playback stops and

the thumbnail screen (page 79) appears in the viewfinder.

Pausing Playback

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE indicator flashes while play is paused. Press the button again to return to play mode.

Press the NEXT button.

During playback, this jumps to the start of the



next clip and starts playback. During F FWD, this jumps to the start of the next



clip and pauses playback. During playback of the

Play also stops if you eject the memory card. In this case, the camera picture appears in the viewfinder.

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Basic Thumbnail Menu Operations

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

1 Press the THUMBNAIL button.

The thumbnail screen appears.

2 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON, or press

the MENU button. The menu screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Thumbnail],

then press the knob. You can also press the or button to select [Thumbnail], and press the SET button.

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

To select a menu item/sub-item, do one of the following.

Turn the MENU knob to select an item or sub-



item, then press the knob. Press the arrow buttons (, , , ) to select



an item or sub-item, then press the SET button. A selection list or a clip properties screen appears (page 82) according to the selected item or sub-item. To return to the previous screen, push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch down to the ESCAPE position.

[Notes]

When an SxS memory card is write protected, it is not



possible to copy, delete, change index pictures, or add and delete clip flags marks and shot marks. Some items cannot be selected, depending on the state



when the menu was displayed.

For details about the thumbnail screen structure, see “Thumbnail Menu” (page 85).

Protecting Clips

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 83).

[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

Protecting a specific clip

1 Select Thumbnail >Lock/Unlock Clip >Select

Clip in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The clip selection screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select a clip to protect,

then press the knob. A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

4 Simultaneously press the SET button and SHIFT

button. A confirmation screen appears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob.

The clip is protected, and a completion message appears.

6 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

Protecting all clips

1 Select Thumbnail >Lock/Unlock Clip >Lock All

Clips in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. All clips are protected, and a completion message appears.

4 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

Unlocking all clips

1 Select Thumbnail >Lock/Unlock Clip >Unlock

All Clips in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. All clips are unlocked, and a completion message appears.

4 Press the MENU knob 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. Example: ABCD0002ABCD0002(1) ABCD0002(1)ABCD0002(2) ABCD0005(3)ABCD0005(4) 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. When multiple clips are recorded on the source SxS



memory card, it may not be possible to copy all clips even when the source and destination memory cards have the same capacity, depending on the memory characteristics and usage of the memory cards.

Copying a specific clip

1 Select Thumbnail >Copy Clip >Select Clip in

the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The clip selection screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select a clip to copy,

then press the knob. A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

4 Simultaneously press the SET button and SHIFT

button. A confirmation screen appears.

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5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The clip is copied, and a completion message appears.

6 Press the MENU knob 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 Thumbnail >Copy Clip >All Clips in the

setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. All clips are copied, and a completion message appears.

4 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

Deleting Clips

You can delete clips from SxS memory cards. Clips can be deleted on the thumbnail screen or the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 83).

1 Select Thumbnail >Delete Clip >Select Clip in

the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The clip selection screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select a clip to delete,

then press the knob. A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

4 Simultaneously press the SET button and SHIFT

button. A confirmation screen appears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The clip is deleted, and a completion message appears.

6 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

The clips below the deleted clip on the thumbnail screen move up one position.

Deleting all clips

You can delete all clips stored on the same SxS memory card at the same time.

[Notes]

Deleted clips cannot be restored.



If the media or clip is protected, this function is disabled.



1 Select Thumbnail >Delete Clip >All Clips in the

setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. All clips are deleted, and a completion message appears.

4 Press the MENU knob to dismiss the message.

Displaying Clip Properties

The clip properties screen for the selected clip appears when you select Thumbnail >Display Clip Properties in the setup menu.

Sub

OK S

1. Current clip image

Displays the index picture and status of the selected clip.

2. Timecode display

TC Index: Timecode of the displayed image Start: Timecode of the recording start point End: Timecode of the recording end point Duration: Duration between start and end points

3. Creation date and modified date

4. Clip name

5. Recording format

Video Codec: Video codec Size: Picture size FPS: Frame rate Audio Codec: Audio codec Ch/Bit: Audio recording channel/Number of bits

for audio recording

6. Special recording information

7. Recording device name

To hide the clip properties screen, do one of the following. Press the RESET/RETURN button: Returns to the

Thumbnail menu screen.

Press the THUMBNAIL button: Sets the camcorder

to E-E mode and displays the camera picture.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button: Starts playback of

the selected clip.

Adding Clip Flags to Clips

You can add clip flags (OK, NG or KP marks) to clips to filter the display of clips based on the clip flags. You can perform this operation on the thumbnail screen or the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 83).

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[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

1 Select the thumbnail for the clip to which you

want to add the clip flag, then select Thumbnail >Set Clip Flag in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select a clip flag, then

press the knob.

Setting Added clip flag

Add OK OK

Add NG NG

Add KEEP KP

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

You can also use an assignable switch assigned with the clip flag function to add clip flags (page 117).

Deleting a Clip Flag

1 Select the thumbnail for the clip from which

you want to delete a clip flag, then select Thumbnail >Set Clip Flag >Delete Clip Flag in the setup menu. The clip flag is deleted.

Filtering the Clips Displayed using the Filtered Clip Screen

[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

1 Select Thumbnail >Filter Clips in the setup

menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select a clip flag used

to filter clips, then press the knob.

Setting Filter clip flag

OK OK

NG NG

KEEP KP

None (Clips are not filtered)

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

To cancel filtering, do one of the following.

Press the RESET/RETURN button.



Select Thumbnail >Thumbnail View >All in the



setup menu.

Adding/Deleting Essence Marks in Clips

You can add (and delete) essence marks (shot marks, recording start marks) to any frame in a clip. You add/delete essence marks on the essence mark thumbnail screen.

[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

Adding a shot mark

1 Select Thumbnail > Thumbnail View > Essence

Mark Thumbnail in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [All], and then

press the knob.

3 Select the thumbnail for the frame to which

you want to add the essence mark on the essence mark thumbnail screen, then select Thumbnail >Set Shot Mark in the setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select one of the

following, then press the knob.

Setting

Add Shot Mark1 Adds Shot Mark 1

Add Shot Mark2 Adds Shot Mark 2

The shot mark is added to the selected frame.

Operation

Deleting a shot mark

1 Select Thumbnail > Thumbnail View > Essence

Mark Thumbnail in the setup menu.

2 Select the type of shot mark to delete. 3 Select the thumbnail for the frame from which

you want to delete a shot mark on the essence mark thumbnail screen, then select Thumbnail >Set Shot Mark in the setup menu.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select one of the

following, then press the knob.

Setting

Delete Shot Mark1 Deletes Shot Mark 1

Delete Shot Mark2 Deletes Shot Mark 2

The shot mark is deleted from the selected frame.

Operation

Filtering Clips (Frames) using the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen

The essence mark thumbnail screen displays only those frames in a clip where an essence mark has been recorded in thumbnail view. Display the thumbnail screen, then either press the ESSENCE MARK button (page 9) or use the following procedure to display the essence mark thumbnail screen.

[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

1 Select Thumbnail >Thumbnail View >Essence

Mark Thumbnail in the setup menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select an essence

mark used to filter frames, then press the knob.

Setting

All All frames with added essence

Rec Start Frames with a recording start

Shot Mark0 to Shot Mark9

The essence mark thumbnail screen appears filtered by the selected essence mark.

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.

Description

marks

mark and the first frame of clips that do not have a recording start mark

Frames with each shot mark

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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. Select the thumbnail of the frame you want to set as the index picture for the clip, then select Thumbnail >Set Index Picture in the setup menu.

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Thumbnail Menu

Default values are shown underlined and in bold text.

Item Sub-item setting Description

Display Clip Properties – Displays clip properties (page 82).

Set Index Picture – Sets/changes the index picture of a clip

(page 84).

Thumbnail View

Changes the thumbnail screen displayed.

Set Shot Mark

Adds/deletes shot marks.

Set Clip Flag

Adds/deletes clip flags.

Lock/Unlock Clip

Protects/unlocks a clip.

Copy Clip

Copies clips.

Copy Sub Clip Copies subclips to other media as main clips.

Delete Clip

Deletes clips.

Filter Clips

Filters the display of clips by clip flag.

Essence Mark Thumbnail All/Rec Start/Shot Mark1/Shot Mark2/Shot Mark3/Shot Mark4/ Shot Mark5/Shot Mark6/Shot Mark7/Shot Mark8/Shot Mark9/ Shot Mark0

Clip Thumbnail Displays the thumbnail screen (clip thumbnail

Add Shot Mark1 Adds Shot Mark 1 to a frame (page 83).

Delete Shot Mark1 Deletes Shot Mark 1 (page 83).

Add Shot Mark2 Adds Shot Mark 2 to a frame (page 83).

Delete Shot Mark2 Deletes Shot Mark 2 (page 83).

Add OK Adds an OK flag to a clip (page 82).

Add NG Adds an NG flag to a clip (page 82).

Add KEEP Adds a KP (Keep) flag to a clip (page 82).

Delete Clip Flag Deletes a clip flag (page 83).

Select Clip Selects the clip to protect (page 81).

Lock All Clips Protects all clips on the media (page 81).

Unlock All Clips Unlocks all clips on the media (page 81).

Select Clip Selects the clip to copy (page 81).

All Clips Copies all clips on the media (page 82).

All Clips Selects all the subclips to copy (page 52).

Select Clip Selects the clip to delete (page 82).

All Clips Deletes all clips on the media (page 82).

OK Filters the display of clips by OK flags

NG Filters the display of clips by NG flags

KEEP Filters the display of clips by KP (Keep) flags

None Clips are not filtered (page 83).

Displays the essence mark thumbnail screen with clips filtered by essence mark (page 83).

screen) (page 79).

(page 83).

Item Sub-item setting Description

Customize View

Thumbnail Caption

Date Time/Time Code/ Duration/Sequential Number

Selects the information displayed beneath clip thumbnails. Date Time: Displays the date and time. Time Code: Displays the timecode. Duration: Displays the duration of the clip. Sequential Number: Displays a sequential

number for each clip.

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Setup Menu Organization

On this camcorder, settings for shooting and playback are made in the setup menu, which appears in the viewfinder. The setup menu can also be displayed on an external video monitor (page 129).

Menu Structure

User menu

Menu used to arrange items from the setup menu in any chosen order (page 90).

Operation menu

Menu used to make settings related to shooting (excluding settings related to picture quality).

Paint menu

Menu used to make settings related to picture quality.

Thumbnail menu

Menu used to make settings related to clip thumbnails (page 85).

[Note]

The Thumbnail menu can be used only when a thumbnail screen (page 79) is displayed. It is disabled when the thumbnail screen is not displayed.

Maintenance menu

Menu used to make settings related to camcorder maintenance and system management.

File menu

Menu used to make perform operations on files.

Menu Items

Operation menu

Item Description

Format System settings 92

Base Setting Dynamic range mode

settings

HDR Setting HDR settings 93

Format Media Media format settings 93

Input/Output Input/output signal

settings

Super Impose Superimposition

settings

LCD LCD monitor settings 94

Rec Function Special recording mode

settings

XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

Assignable Switch

VF Setting Viewfinder settings 95

Marker Marker settings 95

Gain Switch Gain value settings 96

Auto Iris Auto iris settings 96

Zebra Zebra pattern settings 97

Display On/Off Viewfinder display item

“!” LED Viewfinder “!” settings 98

White Setting White balance settings 98

Offset White Offset white settings 98

Shutter Shutter settings 99

Slow Shutter Slow shutter settings 99

Time Zone Time settings 99

Clip Clip settings 99

Proxy data settings 95

Assign functions to assignable switches

settings

Page

Item Description

Update Media Update media

management information

GPS Location information

(GPS) settings

Planning Metadata

USB Copy to USB media

Flash Band Reduce

Planning metadata settings

settings

Flashband correction settings

Page

Paint menu

Item Description

Switch Status Correction functions

and test signal on/off settings

HDR Paint Setting

White Color temperature

Black Black level settings 101

Flare Flare correction

Gamma(HDR) HDR gamma settings 102

Gamma Gamma correction

Black Gamma Black gamma

Knee Knee correction

White Clip White clip settings 103

Detail Detail settings 103

Detail(SD) Detail settings 103

Aperture Aperture correction

Skin Detail Skin detail correction

HDR gamma settings 101

settings

correction settings

settings

Page

100

101

102

103

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Item Description

Matrix Matrix correction

settings

Multi Matrix Multi matrix correction

settings

V Modulation V modulation shading

correction settings

Low Key Saturation

Saturation Mode

Noise Suppression

Low key saturation correction settings

Saturation correction settings

Noise suppression settings

Page

Maintenance menu

Item Description

White Shading White shading

correction settings

Black Shading Black shading

correction settings

Battery Battery settings 106

DC Voltage Alarm

Audio Audio settings 106

WRR Setting Wireless tuner settings 108

Time Code Timecode settings 109

Essence Mark Essence mark settings 109

Camera Config Camcorder operation

Preset White Preset white settings 110

White Filter Filter settings 110

DCC Adjust DCC settings 110

Flicker Reduce Flicker correction

Genlock Genlock settings 111

Auto Shading Auto black shading

External DC source voltage alarm settings

settings

correction settings

Page

104

105

106

109

111

Item Description

APR APR settings 111

Basic Authentication

Network Network connection

Network Client Mode

File Transfer Wi-Fi transfer settings 113

Streaming Streaming settings 113

Clock Set Internal clock settings 114

Language Display language

Hours Meter Digital time counter

Network Reset Network reset 114

Fan Control Fan control settings 114

VF Display Setting

Option Software option

Version Version settings 114

Basic authentication settings

settings

Network client mode settings

settings

Viewfinder display settings

settings

Page

File menu

Item Description

User File User file settings 115

All File ALL file settings 115

Scene File Scene file settings 115

Reference File Reference file settings 115

Lens File Lens file settings 116

User Gamma Gamma file settings 116

Page

111

112

114

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Basic Setup Menu Operations

The menu item selection area displays a

Displaying the Setup Menu

Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON, or press the MENU button. The camcorder enters menu mode and the menu list appears on the screen.

The following example shows the cursor positioned at the Operation menu

Menu list

Menu item selection area

[Note]

The setup menu cannot be used when the camcorder is in focus magnification mode. Exit focus magnification mode by pressing the assignable switch to which the Focus Mag function has been assigned.

Making Menu Settings

1 Turn the MENU knob, or press the  or 

button, to move the cursor to the desired menu. A list of selectable menu items appears in the menu item selection area to the right of the menu list.

2 Press the MENU knob or the SET button.

The menu item selection screen appears. You can also display the menu item selection screen by pressing the  button.



maximum of seven lines. You can scroll through menus with more than seven lines by moving the cursor up and down.

Menu item selection area

If the selected item has sub-items,



they appear on the right. If there are no sub-items, the current



setting appears on the right. Select [Back] to return to the



previous level.

3 Turn the MENU knob, or press the  or 

button, to move the cursor to the menu item that you want to set, and then confirm by pressing the MENU knob or the SET button. The sub-items area appears to the right of the menu item selection area, and the cursor moves to the first sub-item.

Settings area

Displays sub-items and their current



settings To return to the previous level, select



[Back], press the  button, or push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch down to the ESCAPE position.

Displayed when there are further menu items below.

4 Turn the MENU knob, or press the  or 

button, to move the cursor to the sub-item that you want to set, and then confirm by pressing the MENU knob or the SET button. The settings of the selected sub-item appear, and the cursor moves to the currently selected value.

Settings area

The settings area displays a maximum of



nine lines. You can scroll through menus with more than nine sub-items by moving the cursor up and 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.

5 Turn the MENU knob, or press the  or 

button, to select the value to set, and then confirm by pressing the MENU knob or the SET button. The setting is changed, and the display is updated to show the new setting. If you select [Execute] for an executable item, the corresponding function is executed.

If an item requires confirmation before execution, selecting the item in step a confirmation message appears. Follow the instructions in the message to execute or cancel the operation.

3 hides the menu and

Entering Text

When you select an item, such as a file name, which requires character entry, the character entry screen appears.

1 Press the MENU knob to select the type of

character to enter, then press the MENU knob or SET button. 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 knob. The cursor moves to the next field. Space: Enters a space character at the cursor

position.

/: 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.

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Canceling Changes to Settings

1 Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch

down to the ESCAPE position.

Exiting the Menu

1 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or press

the MENU button. The normal camera picture reappears.

Locking/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 MENU knob and press the

MENU ON/OFF switch down to display the setup menu.

2 Display Maintenance >Camera Config >User

Menu with Lock in the setup menu.

[Notes]

When you press and hold the MENU knob and press



the MENU ON/OFF switch down, Camera Config >User Menu Only changes to User Menu with Lock. If you press the MENU ON/OFF switch down without



pressing the MENU knob or you press the MENU button to display the menu, Camera Config >User Menu with Lock is not displayed.

3 Select “On,” then press the MENU knob.

The viewfinder screen display switches to the passcode number input screen.

4 Enter an arbitrary passcode number.

The valid input range is 0000 to 9999. The default value is 0000. Enter a number and press the MENU knob to move the cursor to the next digit. When all digits have been entered, move the cursor to [Set].

5 With [Set] selected, press the MENU knob.

The entry is applied. A confirmation message appears. Subsequently, only the User menu is displayed.

[Notes]

If the menu is locked without registering the following



setup menu items in the User menu, assigning the menu function to an assignable switch is not possible. If some of the following setup menu items are assigned to



an assignable switch when the menu is locked, the setting for the functions assigned to assignable switches are forcibly set to Off when the menu is locked.

Setup menu Functions assignable

to assignable switches

Operation >Rec Function >Picture Cache Rec

Operation >Rec Function >Clip Continuous Rec

Operation >VF Setting >Color Mode

Operation >Display On/Off >Video Signal Monitor

Operation >Display On/Off >Lens Info

Operation >Auto Iris >Mode Spotlight

Operation >Marker >Setting Marker

Maintenance >Audio >Front MIC Select

Maintenance >Network Client Mode >Setting

Maintenance >File Transfer >Auto Upload(Proxy)

Picture Cache Rec

Clip Continuous Rec

VF Mode

Video Signal Monitor

Lens Info

Backlight

Front MIC

Network Client Mode

Auto Upload(Proxy)

Unlocking the menu

1 Press and hold the MENU knob and press the

MENU ON/OFF switch down to display the setup menu.

2 Display User >Camera Config >User Menu

with Lock in the setup menu.

[Notes]

When you press and hold the MENU knob and press



the MENU ON/OFF switch down, Camera Config >User Menu Only changes to User Menu with Lock. If you press the MENU ON/OFF switch down without



pressing the MENU knob or you press the MENU button to display the menu, Camera Config >User Menu with Lock is not displayed.

3 Select “Off,” then press the MENU knob.

The viewfinder screen display switches to the passcode number input screen.

4 Enter the passcode number used to lock the

menu. The valid input range is 0000 to 9999. Enter a number and press the MENU knob to move the cursor to the next digit. When all digits have been entered, move the cursor to [Set].

5 With [Set] selected, press the MENU knob.

The entry is applied. If the entered passcode number matches the passcode number used to lock the menu, a confirmation message appears and the display of all menus is enabled.

[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.

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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. You can select items in the Operation menu, Paint menu, Maintenance menu, and some items in the File menu, and add them to the User menu. Up to 20 items can be registered in the User menu. There are six items registered in the User menu by factory default, one of which must always be present, allowing you to add up to 19 new items.

[Note]

Editing is unavailable when the menu is locked.

Displaying the Edit User Menu Screen

You edit the User menu on the Edit User Menu screen.

1 Turn the MENU knob to select User >Edit User

Menu, then press the knob.

Adding Items and Sub-Items

1 Turn the MENU knob to select Edit User Menu

>Add Item, then press the knob. The items that can be added are displayed.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select an item, then

press the knob. A screen for selecting sub-items to add appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select a sub-item, then

press the knob. 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.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select an item to edit,

then press the knob. The edit function list appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select Edit Sub Item in

the edit function list, then press the knob.

The Edit Sub Item screen appears.

All sub-items are checked when the screen is first opened (function to display all sub-items). Remove the check marks for the sub-items you do not want to display in the User menu.

The item is deleted.

Moving Items

1 Display the Edit User Menu screen. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select an item to

move, then press the knob. The edit function list appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select Move in the edit

function list, then press the knob.

The Edit User Menu screen appears.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [OK], then press

the knob. 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 Display the Edit User Menu screen.

4 Turn the MENU knob to select [OK], then press

the knob. Editing is completed.

Deleting Items

1 Display the Edit User Menu screen. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select an item to edit,

then press the knob. The edit function list appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select Delete in the

edit function list, then press the knob.

The item to move is highlighted, and a triangle mark and line indicate the destination position.

Triangle mark and line indicating move destination

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4 Turn the MENU knob to move the triangle and

line to the desired destination, then press the knob. The item is moved.

Restoring the User Menu to Factory Default State

1 Turn the MENU knob to select Edit User Menu

>Customize Reset, then press the knob. The Customize Reset screen appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob to select [Reset], then

press the knob. A confirmation screen appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to select [Execute], then

press the knob. The User menu is restored to the factory default state.

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Menu List

User Menu (Factory Default Configuration)

The User menu consists of the following items when it is in the factory default state.

Format Media (page 93)



Rec Function (page 94)



Input/Output (page 93)



Clip (page 99)



Assignable Switch



Camera Config



1) Excluding sub-item 0

2) Contains only User Menu Only as sub-item

(page 95)

(page 109)

For details about editing the User menu, see “Editing the User Menu” (page 90).

Operation Menu

Default values are shown underlined and in bold text.

Operation >Format

Sets the system frequency, file system, recording format, and recording aspect ratio.

Item Setting Description

Frequency

File System

59.94/50/29.97/25/23.98 Selects the system frequency (execute by

selecting Execute).

exFAT/UDF/FAT Switches the file system (execute by selecting

Execute).

Operation >Format

Sets the system frequency, file system, recording format, and recording aspect ratio.

Item Setting Description

Rec Format Settings vary according to the

system frequency setting.

XAVC-I 3840×2160P XAVC-I 1920×1080P

XAVC-I 1920×1080i

XAVC-I 1280×720P XAVC-L 3840×2160P XAVC-L 50 1920×1080P XAVC-L 50 1920×1080i XAVC-L 50 1280×720P XAVC-L 35 1080P XAVC-L 35 1080i XAVC-L 25 1080i HD422 50 1080i HD422 50 720P HQ 1920×1080i HQ 1440×1080i HQ 1280×720P MPEG IMX 50 DVCAM

XAVC-I 3840×2160P

XAVC-I 1920×1080P

XAVC-L 3840×2160P XAVC-L 50 1920×1080P XAVC-L 35 1080P HD422 50 1080P HD422 50 720P HQ 1920×1080P

HD422 50 1080i

HD422 50 720P HQ 1920×1080i HQ 1440×1080i HQ 1280×720P MPEG IMX 50 DVCAM

HD422 50 1080P

HD422 50 720P HQ 1920×1080P

Selects the recording format (execute by selecting Execute).

When the file system is exFAT and the system frequency is 59.94 or 50.

When the file system is exFAT and the system frequency is 29.97, 25, or 23.98.

When the file system is UDF and the system frequency is 59.94 or 50.

When the file system is UDF and the system frequency is 29.97, 25, or 23.98.

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Operation >Format

Sets the system frequency, file system, recording format, and recording aspect ratio.

Item Setting Description

HQ 1920×1080i

HQ 1440×1080i

When the file system is FAT and the system

frequency is 59.94 or 50.

HQ 1280×720P SP 1440×1080i

HQ 1920×1080P When the file system is FAT and the system

frequency is 29.97, 25, or 23.98.

Aspect Ratio (SD)

Audio Length

16:9/4:3 Selects the SD mode aspect ratio.

24bit/16bit Selects the audio bit rate for recording in IMX

format.

Operation >Base Setting

Sets the dynamic range for imaging.

Item Setting Description

Shooting Mode

SDR/HDR SDR: Sets conventional standard dynamic range

mode.

HDR: Sets High Dynamic Range mode.

Operation >HDR Setting

Sets HDR.

Item Setting Description

4K(QFHD) Rec/Out

HDR(HLG)/HDR(S-Log3) HDR(HLG): Sets HLG for 4K (QFHD) recording and

output.

HDR(S-Log3): Sets S-Log3 for 4K (QFHD) recording

and output.

HD Rec/Out

HDR(HLG)/SDR Enabled when 4K(QFHD) Rec/Out is set to

HDR(HLG).

HDR(HLG): Sets HLG for HD recording and output.

SDR: Sets SDR for HD recording and output.

[Note]

Fixed to SDR when 4K(QFHD) Rec/Out is set to HDR(S-

Log3).

SDR Gain 0dB to –6dB to –15dB Adjusts the SDR gain relative to the HDR value.

Operation >Format Media

Formats the media.

Item Setting Description

Media(A) Execute/Cancel Initializes the SxS memory card in slot A (execute

by selecting Execute).

Media (B) Execute/Cancel Initializes the SxS memory card in slot B (execute

by selecting Execute).

Operation >Format Media

Formats the media.

Item Setting Description

SD Card(Utility) Execute/Cancel Initializes the SD card in the UTILITY SD card slot

(execute by selecting Execute).

SD Card(Proxy) Execute/Cancel Initializes the SD card in the PROXY SD card slot

(execute by selecting Execute).

Operation >Input/Output

Sets input/output signals.

Item Setting Description

Output Format Settings vary according to the

system frequency setting.

Selects the output format (execute by selecting Execute). Settings vary according to the recording format setting (page 32).

Source Select

Camera/External Selects the camera picture (Camera) or SDI IN

connector input signal for the video input source.

SDI Out1/3 Output

On/Off Turns the output signal from the SDI OUT1/3

connectors on/off.

SDI Out2/4 Output

On/Off Turns the output signal from the SDI OUT2/4

connectors on/off.

[Note]

When Output Format is 3840×2160P, this setting is linked to the SDI Out1/3 Output setting.

HDMI Output On/Off Turns the output signal from the HDMI connector

on/off.

4K(QFHD) SDI Out Super

Off/On Turns character information (superimposed) from

the SDI OUT and HDMI connectors on/off in 4K (QFHD) output mode.

SDI Out2/4/HDMI Super

Video Out Super

Off/On Turns character information (superimposed) from

the SDI OUT2/4 and HDMI connectors on/off.

Off/On Turns character information (superimposed) from

the VIDEO OUT connector on/off.

Down Converter

Edge Crop/Letter Box/Squeeze Selects the signal conversion mode for output of

SD signals. Edge Crop: Crops the edges of the 16:9 picture for

output as a 4:3 picture.

Letter Box: Masks the top and bottom of the 4:3

picture and displays a 16:9 picture in the center of the screen.

Squeeze: Squeezes the 16:9 picture horizontally

for output as a 4:3 picture.

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Operation >Input/Output

Sets input/output signals.

Item Setting Description

Wide ID

Through/Auto Selects whether to add a wide ID signal to the SD

output signal.

Through: Outputs without adding a wide ID

signal.

Auto: Adds and outputs a wide ID signal to the video

signal when the wide ID signal is set to Squeeze.

Wide Mode(Ext.) Auto/16:9 When the input signal is SD, sets the method that

determines wide screen information.

Auto: Records with 16:9 aspect ratio when the

wide screen information of the input signal is Squeeze. Otherwise, records with 4:3 aspect ratio.

16:9: Records with 16:9 aspect ratio.

Operation >Super Impose

Sets character information/markers to be superimposed.

Item Setting Description

Super(VF Display)

Super(Menu)

On/Off When Input/Output >SDI Out2/4/HDMI Super or

On/Off

Input/Output >Video Out Super is set to On, this

turns superimposition of character information on

the output from the SDI OUT connector or VIDEO

OUT connector, respectively.

Super(Marker) On/Off When Input/Output >SDI Out2/4/HDMI Super or

Input/Output >Video Out Super is set to On, this

turns superimposition of markers on the output

from the SDI OUT connector or VIDEO OUT

connector on/off, respectively.

Operation >LCD

Sets the LCD monitor.

Item Setting Description

LCD Color

LCD Marker&Zebra

–99 to ±0 to +99 Adjusts the color depth of the LCD monitor.

On/Off Turns the marker and zebra pattern display on the

LCD monitor on/off.

Operation >Rec Function

Sets the special recording mode.

Item Setting Description

Slow & Quick Motion

On/Off Turns Slow & Quick Motion on/off. (When set to

On, the settings for other special recording modes

are set to Off.)

Operation >Rec Function

Sets the special recording mode.

Item Setting Description

Frame Rate Settings vary according to the

recording format setting.

When Slow & Quick Motion is On, selects the frame rate for Slow & Quick Motion shooting.

1 to 60 When the file system is exFAT, and the recording

format is XAVC Intra or XAVC Long.

1 to 50 When the file system is UDF, and the recording

format is MPEG HD 422 50M (1280×720), 50P/25P.

1 to 30 When the file system is exFAT or UDF, and the

recording format is MPEG HD 422 50M (1920×1080), 29.97P/23.98P.

1 to 25 When the file system is exFAT or UDF, and the

recording format is MPEG HD 422 50M (1920×1080), 25P.

Clip Continuous Rec

On/Off Turns Clip Continuous Rec mode on/off. (When

set to On, the settings for other special recording modes are set to Off.)

Picture Cache Rec

On/Off Turns Picture Cache Rec mode on/off. (When set

to On, the settings for other special recording modes are set to Off.)

Cache Rec Time Settings vary according to the

recording format setting.

Sets the time for accumulation of images in picture cache memory (picture cache recording time).

For details, see “Picture Cache Rec Mode Settings” (page 157) in the Appendix.

Interval Rec On/Off Turns Interval Rec mode on/off. (When set to On,

the settings for other special recording modes are set to Off.)

Number of Frames The available settings vary

depending on the Format >Frequency setting.

When Interval Rec is set to On, this sets the number of frames to shoot in one Interval Rec take.

2frames/6frames/12frames When the recording format frame rate is 50P or

59.94P.

Interval Time

1frame/3frames/6frames/ 9frames

1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/15/

20/30/40/50 (sec)

When the recording format frame rate is 23.98P, 25P, 29.97P, 50i, or 59.94i.

When Interval Rec is set to On, this sets the

interval for Interval Rec shooting. 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/15/ 20/30/40/50/ (min) 1/2/3/4/6/12/24 (hour)

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Operation >Rec Function

Sets the special recording mode.

Item Setting Description

Pre-Lighting

Off/2sec/5sec/10sec Sets the number of seconds that the video light is

turned

on prior to the start of Interval Rec shooting. To not turn the video light on, select Off.

Simul Rec

On/Off Turns 2-slot simultaneous recording to slots A and

B on/off.

4K & HD (Sub) Rec

On/Off Turns 1-slot simultaneous recording on/off.

Operation >XAVC Proxy Rec Mode

Sets proxy recording.

Item Setting Description

Setting

Size

On/Off Turns proxy recording on/off.

HD Auto(9Mbps)/

Selects the size of the proxy recording format. HD Auto(6Mbps)/ 1280×720(9Mbps)/ 1280×720(6Mbps)/

640×360(3Mbps)/

480×270(1Mbps)/ 480×270(0.5Mbps)

Frame Rate 23.98fps/25fps/29.97fps/50fps/

59.94fps

Bit Rate 9Mbps/6Mbps/3Mbps/

Selects the frame rate of the proxy recording

format.

Selects the bit rate of the proxy recording format. 1Mbps/0.5Mbps

Audio Channel

CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 Selects the audio channel to record to proxy data.

Operation >Assignable Switch

Assigns functions to assignable switches.

For details about assigning functions, see “Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” (page 117).

Item Setting Description

<0> 117 Assigns a function to the ASSIGN. 0 switch.

<1> 118 Assigns a function to the ASSIGN. 1 switch.

<2> 117 Assigns a function to the ASSIGN. 2 switch.

<3> 118 Assigns a function to the ASSIGN. 3 switch.

<4> 118 Assigns a function to the ASSIGNABLE 4 switch.

<5> 118 Assigns a function to the ASSIGNABLE 5 switch.

Lens RET 119 Assigns a function to RET button on the lens.

Online 118 Assigns a function to the ONLINE button.

Operation >Assignable Switch

Assigns functions to assignable switches.

For details about assigning functions, see “Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” (page 117).

Item Setting Description

Zoom Speed

0 to 20 to 99 When Zoom has been assigned to the

ASSIGNABLE 4 or 5 switch, this sets the zoom speed.

Operation >VF Setting

Sets the viewfinder screen.

Item Setting Description

Color

Color Mode

–99 to ±0 to +99 Adjusts the color depth of the viewfinder image.

Color/B&W Selects the viewfinder display mode (when using

CBK-VF02). Color: Color B&W: Black & white

Peaking Type

Normal/Color Selects the type of peaking (when using CBK-

VF02). Normal: Normal peaking Color: Color peaking

Peaking Frequency

Normal/High When Peaking Type is set to Normal, this selects

Normal or High peaking frequency (when using CBK-VF02).

Peaking Color

B&W/Red/Yellow/Blue Selects the peaking color when Peaking Type is

set to Color (when using CBK-VF02). B&W: Black & white Red: Red Yellow: Yellow Blue: Blue

VF Detail Level

–99 to ±0 to +99 Sets the detail level (set on the camcorder) of the

viewfinder (when using HDVF-20A).

Operation >Marker

Sets the marker display in the viewfinder.

Item Setting Description

Setting

Color White/Yellow/Cyan/Green/

On/Off Turns the display of all markers on/off.

[Note]

When Marker is assigned to the ASSIGN. 2 switch, this setting is disabled.

Selects the marker display color.

Magenta/Red/Blue

7. Menu Display and Settings: Menu List

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Operation >Marker

Sets the marker display in the viewfinder.

Item Setting Description

Center Marker

Safety Zone

Safety Area

Aspect Marker

Aspect Select

Aspect Mask

Aspect Safety Zone

Aspect Safety Area

100% Marker

User Box

User Box Width

User Box Height

User Box H Position

User Box V Position

Operation >Gain Switch

Sets the gain value switch settings.

Item Setting Description

Gain<L>

1/2/3/4/Off When the center marker is displayed, selects the

type. Select Off if you do not want to display the

marker.

On/Off Turns the safety zone indicator on/off.

80%/90%/92.5%/95% Selects the safety zone range.

Line/Mask/Off When an aspect marker is to be displayed, selects

the display method. Select Off if you do not want

to display the marker.

Line: Show as white lines.

Mask: Displays a lower video signal level for areas

outside the marker area.

15:9/14:9/13:9/4:3/1.66:1/

1.85:1/2.35:1/2.4:1

0% to 12% to 15% When the Aspect Marker setting is Mask, this sets

On/Off Turns the aspect safety zone marker on/off.

80%/90%/92.5%/95% Selects the size of the aspect safety zone marker

On/Off Turns the 100% safety zone marker indicator on/

On/Off Turns the box cursor display on/off.

40 to 500 to 999 Sets the box cursor width (distance from the

70 to 500 to 999 Sets the box cursor height (distance from the

–479 to 0 to 479 Sets the horizontal position of the box cursor

–464 to 0 to 464 Sets the vertical position of the box cursor center.

–9dB/–6dB/–3dB/0dB/ 3dB/6dB/9dB/12dB/18dB/ 24dB/30dB/36dB/42dB

Selects the aspect ratio of the marker.

the video signal level of areas outside the marker

area as a percentage value relative to the video

signal level of areas inside the marker area.

(as a percentage of total screen size).

off.

center to the left and right edges).

center to the top and bottom edges).

center.

Selects the gain value for the L position of the

GAIN switch.

Operation >Gain Switch

Sets the gain value switch settings.

Item Setting Description

Gain<M>

Gain<H>

Gain <Turbo>

Shockless Gain

Operation >Auto Iris

Sets the auto iris.

Item Setting Description

Iris Override

Mode

Level

Speed

Clip High light

Detect Window

Detect Window Indication

–9dB/–6dB/–3dB/0dB/ 3dB/6dB/9dB/12dB/18dB/ 24dB/30dB/36dB/42dB

On/Off Turns shockless gain (function that switches the

On/Off Turns iris override (setting opens or closes the iris

Backlight/Standard/Spotlight Selects the control mode of the auto iris.

–99 to ±0 to +99 Sets the convergence target level (larger values

–99 to ±0 to +99 Sets the control speed (speed of response to

On/Off Turns the function that ignores brightest areas to

1/2/3/4/5/6/Var Selects the type of auto iris detection window.

On/Off Turns the function that displays the auto iris

Selects the gain value for the M position of the GAIN switch.

Selects the gain value for the H position of the GAIN switch.

Selects the gain value when the Turbo Gain function is assigned to an assignable switch.

gain smoothly when the gain is switched) on/off.

more than normal) on/off.

Backlight: Backlight mode (mode for reduced

darkening of a subject when the subject is backlit)

Standard: Standard mode (cannot be selected

when using optional remote control connection)

Spotlight: Spotlight mode (mode for reduced

blown out highlights when subject is lit by spotlighting)

increase brightness.)

changes in the video). (Larger values specify quicker reaction times.)

provide a flatter reaction to high luminance on/ off.

Var: Variable

detection window frame using a marker on/off.

7. Menu Display and Settings: Menu List

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Operation >Auto Iris

Sets the auto iris.

Item Setting Description

Iris APL Ratio

Iris Var Width

Iris Var Height

Iris Var H Position

Iris Var V Position

Operation >Zebra

Sets the display of zebra patterns.

Item Setting Description

Zebra Select

Zebra1 Level

Zebra1 Aperture Level

Zebra2 Level

Operation >Display On/Off

Selects the items to display in the viewfinder.

Item Setting Description

Video Level Warning

Shutter Setting

ND Filter Position

Gain Setting

Rec/Play Status

Color Temp.

Frame Rate/Interval

–99 to ±0 to +99 If the Mode setting for Auto Iris is set to Standard,

sets the mix ratio of peak to mean auto iris

detection value.

40 to 500 to 999 Sets the width of the window when Iris Window is

set to Var.

70 to 500 to 999 Sets the height of the window when Iris Window

is set to Var.

–479 to 0 to 479 Sets the horizontal position of the window when

Iris Window is set to Var.

–464 to 0 to 464 Sets the vertical position of the window when Iris

Window is set to Var.

1/2/Both Selects the zebra pattern type (Zebra 1, Zebra 2,

Both).

0% to 70% to 107% Sets the Zebra 1 display level.

1% to 10% to 20% Sets the Zebra 1 aperture level.

1% to 100% to 109% Sets the Zebra 2 display level.

On/Off Turns the warnings that appear when the video

level is too bright or too dark on/off.

On/Off Turns the shutter mode and shutter speed

indicators on/off.

On/Off Turns the ND filter setting indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the gain setting indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the recording and playback indicators on/

off.

On/Off Turns the color temperature indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the special recording mode indicator on/

off.

Operation >Display On/Off

Selects the items to display in the viewfinder.

Item Setting Description

Battery Remain

Timecode

Audio Level Meter

Media Status

SD Card(Utility)

Focus Position

Iris Position

Zoom Position

Extender

ALAC

AE Mode

Focus Mode

White Balance Mode

CC5600K

Rec Format

Gamma

Timecode Lock

Network Condition

Proxy Status

NW Client Mode Status

Streaming Status

GPS

Auto/Voltage/Off Sets the mode of the remaining battery capacity

and input voltage indicators. Auto: Displays the remaining capacity, according

to the battery type.

Voltage: Displays the input voltage, regardless of

the battery type.

Off: No display.

On/Off Turns the display of time data (timecode, user bits,

counter, duration) on/off.

On/Off Turns the display of the audio level meter on/off.

On/Off Turns the media status indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the SD card (Utility) indicator on/off.

Meter/Feet/Off Turns the lens focus position indicator on/off and

selects the display units.

On/Off Turns the lens iris position indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the lens zoom position indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the lens extender indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the lens aberration correction indicator on/

off.

On/Off Turns AE mode and the AE level setting indicator

on/off.

On/Off Turns the focus mode indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the white balance mode indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the CC5600K indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the recording format indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the selected gamma type indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the timecode indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the network connection status indicator on/

off.

On/Off Turns the proxy status indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the network client mode indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns streaming transmission on/off.

On/Off Turns the GPS reception status indicator on/off.

7. Menu Display and Settings: Menu List

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Operation >Display On/Off

Selects the items to display in the viewfinder.

Item Setting Description

Video Signal Monitor

Off/Waveform/Vector/Histogram Selects whether to display the video signal, and

the type of video signal to display.

[Note]

Not displayed in the following circumstances.

When Operation >Input/Output >SDI Out1/3 Select and

SDI Out2/4 Select in the setup menu are both set to Off.

When Operation >Input/Output >Output Format in the

setup menu is set to 720×480P or 720×576P.

Clip Name On/Off Turns the clip name display on/off.

Focus Assist Indicator

Focus Area Marker

Lens Info

On/Off Turns the focus assist indicator on/off.

On/Off Turns the focus area marker indicator on/off.

Meter/Feet/Off Selects whether to display depth of field and the

units to display.

WRR RF Level

On/Off Turns the wireless tuner reception status indicator

on/off.

Clip Number

On/Off Turns the clip information display on/off.

Operation >"!"LED

Sets the “!” indicator in the viewfinder. (Enabled when using HDVF-20A).

Item Setting Description

Gain <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the gain is set to other than 0 dB.

Shutter <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the SHUTTER switch is set to ON.

White Preset <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST.

ATW Run <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when ATW is used.

Extender <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the lens extender is used.

Filter <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the ND filter is set to other than 1.

Iris Override <!>

On/Off Turns the function to light the ! indicator on/off

when the auto iris override is not set to Standard.

Operation >White Setting

Makes settings related to white balance adjustment.

Item Setting Description

White Switch

Memory/ATW Sets the operating mode selected by the B

position of the WHITE BAL switch. Memory: Auto white balance ATW: Auto tracing white balance

Shockless White

Off/1/2/3 Selects the transition time when the WHITE BAL

switch setting is changed (1 is fastest).

ATW Speed

1/2/3/4/5 Selects the ATW (auto tracing white) transition

speed (1 is fastest).

AWB Fixed Area

On/Off Runs AWB (auto white balance) for the center of

the screen.

Filter White Memory

On/Off Sets the white balance memory area for each

FILTER knob position number when White Balance is set to Preset or ATW.

 When Electrical CC is assigned to an assignable

switch, this sets independent white balance memory areas for Electrical CC A, B, C, and D settings.

 When Electrical CC is not assigned to an

assignable switch, this sets white balance memory areas for each FILTER knob position number.

Operation >Offset White

Makes settings related to white balance offset values.

Item Setting Description

Offset White<A>

On/Off Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an

offset value to the white balance in memory A.

Warm Cool <A>

Approximate color temperature display (Approx. 1600K to 3200K to 16000K)

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.)

Warm Cool Balance<A>

–99 to ±0 to +99 Specifies a more precise color temperature, for

use when a satisfactory image cannot be obtained with the Warm Cool <A> setting.

Offset White

On/Off When this is set to On, the offset adjusted here is

added to the white balance of channel B.

7. Menu Display and Settings: Menu List

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Operation >Offset White

Makes settings related to white balance offset values.

Item Setting Description

Warm Cool

Approximate color temperature display (Approx. 1600K to 3200K to 16000K)

When Offset White 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.)

Warm Cool Balance

–99 to ±0 to +99 Specifies a more precise color temperature, for

use when a satisfactory image cannot be

obtained with the Warm Cool setting.

Operation >Shutter

Sets the shutter operating mode.

Item Setting Description

Mode

Speed/Angle Selects the operating mode of the electronic

shutter.

Speed: Sets the shutter speed as a time (units:

seconds).

Angle: Sets the shutter speed as an angle (units:

degrees).

Operation >Slow Shutter

Sets the slow shutter.

Item Setting Description

Setting

Number of Frames

On/Off Turns the slow shutter function on/off.

2/3/4/5/6/7/8/16 Sets the number of accumulated frames for the

slow shutter function.

Operation >Time Zone

Sets the time zone.

Item Setting Description

Time Zone

UTC +14:00 to UTC Greenwich to UTC –12:00 Kwajalein

Selects the difference in time from UTC

(Greenwich Mean Time) in units of 30 minutes.

Operation >Clip

Makes settings relating to clip names and management.

[Note]

Do not assign clip names that begin with the “.” (period) symbol. Clips with names in which the first character is “.” cannot be viewed in the application software on a computer.

Item Setting Description

Clip Naming

Title/Plan Selects the clip naming format.

Title: Name specified by Title Prefix. Plan: Name specified in planning metadata (if no

name is specified in planning metadata, the name specified by Title Prefix is used.)

Title Prefix Text input Sets the title part (4 to 46 alphanumeric

characters) of clip titles using a character string entry screen (page 88).

Number Set Settings vary according to the

Clip Naming setting.

Sets the numeric portion of the clip name. When Clip Naming is set to Title:

0001 to 9999

When Clip Naming is set to Plan and a planning

metadata file is loaded: 00001 to 99999

Operation >Update Media

Updates the media’s management file.

[Note]

This function is not available when the file system is set to FAT.

Item Setting Description

Media(A) Execute/Cancel Updates the management information of the SxS

memory card in slot A (execute by selecting Execute).

Media (B) Execute/Cancel Updates the management information of the SxS

memory card in slot B (execute by selecting Execute).

Operation >GPS

Turns location information (GPS) on/off.

Item Setting Description

GPS

On/Off Turns the GPS function on/off.

7. Menu Display and Settings: Menu List

000

100

Operation >Planning Metadata

Makes settings relating to planning metadata operations.

Item Setting Description

Load Media(A) Execute/Cancel Loads planning metadata from the SxS memory

card in slot A.

Execute to display a list of planning metadata files

stored on the SxS memory card in slot A. Select a

file to display the properties screen.

[Note]

This item is not displayed when the file system is set to

FAT.

Load Media (B) Execute/Cancel Loads planning metadata from the SxS memory

card in slot B.

Execute to display a list of planning metadata files

stored on the SxS memory card in slot B. Select a

file to display the properties screen.

[Note]

This item is not displayed when the file system is set to

FAT.

Properties Execute/Cancel Displays the planning metadata content loaded in

the camcorder (execute by selecting Execute).

Clear Memory Execute/Cancel Clears the planning metadata loaded in the

camcorder (execute by selecting Execute).

Clip Name Disp

Title1(ASCII)/Title2(UTF-8) Selects the display format if the clip name is

specified in planning metadata (page 55).

Operation >USB

Makes settings related to copying clips from the recording media inserted in an SxS card slot of the camcorder to USB media.

Item Setting Description

Select Folder Selects a folder on the USB media.

Creates a new folder on the USB media.

View Clip List Displays a list of clips on the USB media.

Rename Folder Renames a folder on the USB media.

Error Check

On/Off Selects whether to perform error checking when

copying clips from the recording media inserted

in an SxS card slot of the camcorder to USB media.

Format USB Execute/Cancel Formats the USB media (execute by selecting

Execute).

Operation >USB

Makes settings related to copying clips from the recording media inserted in an SxS card slot of the camcorder to USB media.

Item Setting Description

Copy to USB

Media(A) to USB/

Media(B) to USB/ Media(A)(B) to USB

Selects the target slot when copying all clips from an SxS 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.

Media Remain (Free space: numeric display and

bar display)

Displays the remaining free space on the USB media.

Operation >Flash Band Reduce

Corrects the flashband phenomena.

[Note]

This item is disabled (grayed out) during recording and when Slow&Quick is set to On.

Item Setting Description

Setting

On/Off Turns the flashband reduction function on/off.

[Notes]

Momentary noise may occur due to discontinuous



video and audio when switching Flash Band Reduce on/off. Even when Flash Band Reduce is set to On, the



function does not operate if the SHUTTER switch is set to ON. The setting returns to the default value when power



is switched off.

Sony PXW-Z450 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Overview

Name and Function of Parts

Screen Display

2. Preparation

Preparing a Power Supply

Attaching a Viewfinder

Using the Camcorder for the First Time

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Preparing the Audio Input System

Attaching and Adjusting Peripheral Devices

Handling SxS Memory Cards

Handling SD Cards for Saving Configuration Data

Using a Media Adaptor

3. Settings and Adjustments

Format Settings

Expansion of Imaging Dynamic Range

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Setting Auto Iris

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting Time Data

4. Shooting

Basic Operations

Advanced Operations

Proxy Data

Planning Metadata

Obtaining Location Information (GPS)

5. Network Configuration

Network Functions Supported by the Camcorder

Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN

Connecting to the Internet

Transferring Files

Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio

Streaming High Quality Video

Using Wi-Fi Remote Control

Configuring from the Web Menu

Supported Network Functions and Operating Limitations

6. Clip Operations

Clip Operations on the Thumbnail Screen

Thumbnail Menu

7. Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Organization

Basic Setup Menu Operations

Editing the User Menu

Menu List