PXW FS7 V400 GB Manual

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Solid-State Memory
Camcorder

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

PXW-FS7
Software Version 4.0

Table of Contents
Overview
System Configuration ............................................................... 6
Location and Function of Parts ............................................... 7
Viewfinder .................................................................... 11
Eyepiece ....................................................................... 11
Lens (PXW-FS7K only) ............................................... 11
Grip Remote Control .................................................... 11
Infrared Remote Control .............................................. 12
Extension Unit (Option) ............................................... 12
Screen Display ......................................................................... 13
Viewfinder Screen ........................................................ 13
Status Screen ................................................................ 15

Preparation
Power Supply ........................................................................... 18
Using a Battery Pack .................................................... 18
Using AC Power .......................................................... 19
Attaching Devices .................................................................... 20
Attaching the Microphone Holder ............................... 20
Attaching the Viewfinder ............................................. 21
Attaching the Eyepiece ................................................ 22
Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 23
Attaching the Grip Remote Control ............................. 24
Setting the Clock ..................................................................... 25
Configuring Basic Camcorder Operation ............................ 26
Shooting Mode ............................................................. 26
Color Space .................................................................. 26
Image Sensor Scan Mode ............................................. 26
Using XQD Memory Cards .................................................... 27
About XQD Memory Cards ......................................... 27
Recommended Media ................................................... 28
Inserting an XQD Memory Card .................................. 30
Ejecting XQD Memory Cards ...................................... 30
Switching Between XQD Memory Cards .................... 30
Formatting (Initializing) XQD Memory Cards ............ 30
Checking the Remaining Recording Time ................... 31

Using a UTILITY SD Card .................................................... 31
Supported SD Cards ..................................................... 31
Inserting an SD Card .................................................... 31
Ejecting the SD Card .................................................... 31
Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards .............................. 32
Checking the Remaining Capacity ............................... 32
Using the XDCA-FS7 .............................................................. 32
Attaching the XDCA-FS7 ............................................ 32
Removing the XDCA-FS7 ........................................... 33
Attaching the Battery Pack ........................................... 33
Removing the Battery Pack .......................................... 34
Switching the Timecode Input/Output ......................... 34
Using an HXR-IFR5 and AXS-R5 ......................................... 34
Connecting the HXR-IFR5 to the Camcorder .............. 34
Removing the HXR-IFR5 ............................................ 34
Using the Infrared Remote Control ...................................... 35
Using Wi-Fi Remote Control ................................................. 36

Shooting
Basic Operation Procedure .................................................... 38
Adjusting the Focus Automatically .............................. 40
Adjusting the Focus Manually ..................................... 40
Monitoring Audio ......................................................... 41
Switching Between XQD Memory Cards .................... 41
Changing Basic Settings ......................................................... 42
Selecting the Recording Format ................................... 42
Adjusting the Brightness .............................................. 42
Adjusting for Natural Colors (White Balance) ............ 43
Setting the Audio to Record ......................................... 44
Specifying Time Data .................................................. 45
Useful Functions ...................................................................... 46
Assignable Buttons/Dials ............................................. 46
Slow & Quick Motion .................................................. 47
Recording Video Intermittently (Interval Rec) ............ 47
Picture Cache Recording (Picture Cache Rec) ............. 49
Reviewing a Recording (Rec Review) ......................... 49
Self Portrait Mode ........................................................ 50
Displaying Peaking ...................................................... 51
Displaying Zebra .......................................................... 51
Video Signal Monitor ................................................... 51
Obtaining Location Information (GPS) ....................... 51
Shooting in Cine EI Mode ............................................ 52
Recording RAW Video ................................................ 52

Adding Audio Input Connectors .................................. 53
Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN .............................. 54
Attaching the IFU-WLM3 ............................................ 54
Attaching the CBK-WA100 ......................................... 54
One-touch Connection of NFC-enabled Devices
(Using IFU-WLM3 Only) ...................................... 55
Displaying the Wi-Fi Remote Control .................................. 56

Thumbnail Screen
Thumbnail Screen ................................................................... 57
Screen Layout ............................................................... 57
Playing Clips ............................................................................ 58
Playing Recorded Clips ................................................ 58
Clip Operations ....................................................................... 59
Thumbnail Menu Operations ....................................... 59
Thumbnail Menu Items ................................................ 59

Menu Display and Settings
Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy .......................... 60
Setup Menu Organization ............................................ 60
Setup Menu Operations .......................................................... 62
Setup Menu List ...................................................................... 63
User Menu .................................................................... 63
Edit User Menu ............................................................ 64
Camera Menu ............................................................... 64
Paint Menu ................................................................... 70
Audio Menu ................................................................. 76
Video Menu .................................................................. 79
VF Menu ...................................................................... 81
TC/UB Menu ................................................................ 85
Recording Menu ........................................................... 86
Thumbnail Menu .......................................................... 88
Media Menu ................................................................. 89
File Menu ..................................................................... 90
System Menu ................................................................ 92

External Device Connection
Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices .... 100
External Synchronization ..................................................... 101

Managing/Editing Clips using a Computer ........................ 102
Connecting using a USB Cable .................................. 102

Appendix
Usage Precautions ................................................................. 104
Output Formats and Limitations ........................................ 105
Video Formats and Output Signals ............................ 105
Error/Warning Messages ..................................................... 118
Error Messages ........................................................... 118
Warning Messages ..................................................... 118
Caution and Operation Messages ............................... 119
Items Saved in Files .............................................................. 120
Block Diagrams ..................................................................... 130
Audio Input (CH1&CH2) .......................................... 130
Audio Input (CH3&CH4) .......................................... 131
Audio Output .............................................................. 132
Licenses .................................................................................. 133
MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License .................. 133
Obtaining Software Under the GPL/LGPL
License ................................................................. 133
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ..................... 134
Open Software Licenses ............................................. 138
Specifications ......................................................................... 139
General ....................................................................... 139
Camera Section .......................................................... 141
Audio Section ............................................................. 141
Input/Output Section .................................................. 142
Display Section .......................................................... 142
Media Slot Section ..................................................... 142
Supplied Accessories ................................................. 142
Software Downloads .................................................. 144
Trademarks ................................................................. 144

Overview

System Configuration
This section shows an example of a camera system configuration.
SELP28135G
SEL1635Z
SELP18200
Lens

ECM-MS2
Microphone

LA-EA3
LA-EA4
A-Mount
Adaptor

IFU-WLM3 (supplied)
USB Wireless LAN Module

UWP-D11
UWP-D12
Wireless
Microphone
Package

SMAD-P3
Multi-Interface
Shoe Adaptor

XLR-K2M
XLR
Adaptor Kit

S/N/M/H/G-series
XQD Memory Card

BP-U30 (supplied),
BP-U60, BP-U60T,
BP-U90
Battery Pack

HVL-LBPC
Video Light

MRW-E80
XQD Card Reader

BC-U1 (supplied), BC-U2
Battery Charger

PXW-FS7

AC Adaptor (supplied)
AC-UES1230

HXR-IFR5
Interface Unit

RMT-845 (supplied)
Infrared Remote Control
Grip Remote Control
(supplied)

XDCA-FS7
Extension Unit
VCT-FS7
Shoulder Adaptor
CBK-WA100
Wireless Adaptor

BP-L80S, BP-FL75
Battery Pack

AXS-R5
Portable
Memory
Recorder

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

B
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1. Handle (page 8)
2. Viewfinder connector (page 21)
3. REMOTE connector (page 24)
4. INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch

14. Handle record START/STOP button
The record button cannot be operated when the
lock lever is in the lock position.

15. Handle zoom lever (page 68)
16. Multi-interface shoe

(page 44)

5. INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch
(page 44)
For details about accessories supported by the
multi-interface shoe, contact your sales
representative.

6. Grip attachment (page 24)
7. USB wireless LAN module connector
8. Recording indicator (page 96)
Flashes when the remaining capacity on the
recording media or battery is low.

9. Tape measure hook
The tape measure hook is on the same plane as
the image sensor. To measure the distance
between the camcorder and the subject
accurately, use this hook as a reference point.
You can attach the end of a tape measure to the
hook to measure the distance from the subject.

10. WB SET (white balance set) button
(page 44)

11. Lens lock pin (page 23)
12. Lens release button (page 23)
13. Accessory shoe

Removing the handle
Remove the four handle attachment screws, and
remove the handle from the camcorder.

Attaching the accessory shoe
1 Lift the front edge of the shoe spring, and pull the
spring in the opposite direction to the arrow engraved
on the spring.
Shoe spring

Accessory shoe

2 Position the accessory shoe on the accessory shoe
mount, aligning the protrusions on the shoe with the
corresponding points on the mount, and tighten the
four screws.
3 Insert the shoe spring in the direction of the arrow so
that the U-shaped portion fits onto the end of the
accessory shoe.

Attaching the handle connector protective cap
(supplied)
When using the camcorder with the handle
removed, protect the connector using the supplied
protective cap.

Accessory shoe

Shoe spring

Removing the accessory shoe
Remove the show spring as described in step 1 in
“Attaching the Accessory Shoe,” unscrew the four
screws, and remove the accessory shoe.

Attaching the USB wireless LAN module guard
plate
1 Remove the handle attachment screw.
2 Attach the guard plate, and tighten the screw.

Protecting the connector terminals
Attach the cover to unused connectors to protect
the connector terminals.

1. Record START/STOP button
2. ND FILTER dial (page 43)
3. ASSIGN (assignable) 1 to 3 buttons

21. Right button
Used to set numeric values and to move the
cursor to the right on thumbnail screens and
menus.

(page 46)

22. SEL/SET (select/set) dial

4. PUSH AUTO IRIS button (page 42)
5. PUSH AUTO FOCUS button (page 40)
6. FOCUS switch (page 40)
7. DISPLAY button (page 13)
8. FULL AUTO button (page 38)
9. POWER switch (page 18)
10. IRIS dial (page 46)
11. STATUS CHECK button (page 15)
12. HOLD switch (page 96)
13. CH1 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 44)
14. CH1 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 44)
15. CH2 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 44)
16. CH2 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 44)
17. SLOT SELECT (XQD memory card

Turn the dial to move the cursor up/down to
select menu items or settings. Press to apply the
selected item.

23. Left button
Used to set numeric values and to move the
cursor to the left on thumbnail screens and
menus.

24. SHUTTER button (page 43)
25. WHT BAL (white balance memory select)
switch (page 43)

26. WHT BAL (white balance) button
(page 43)

27. GAIN (gain select) switch (page 42)
28. ISO/Gain button (page 42)

select) button (page 30)

18. CANCEL/BACK button (page 58)
19. MENU button (page 60)
20. THUMBNAIL button (page 57)

1. Headphone connector (page 41)
2. XQD card slot A (page 30)
3. UTILITY SD card slot (page 31)
4. XQD (A) access indicator (page 30)
5. SD card access indicator (page 31)
6. XQD (B) access indicator (page 30)
7. USB connector

19. INPUT1 (audio input 1) connector
(page 44)

20. INPUT2 (audio input 2) connector
(page 44)

21. SDI OUT 1 connector (page 100)
22. SDI OUT 2 connector (page 100)
23. HDMI OUT connector (page 100)

Connect to a computer using a USB cable to
access recording media in an XQD card slot on
the camcorder.

Underside

8. XQD card slot B (page 30)
9. Built-in speaker (page 41)
10. Media cover release button (page 30)
11. Extension unit connector (page 32)
12. Rear recording indicator (page 38)
13. DC IN connector (page 19)
14. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button
(page 18)

15. Battery (page 18)
16. Battery pack attachment (page 18)
17. Infrared remote control receiver sensor
(page 35)

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

18. Internal microphone (page 44)

Compatible with 1/4-20UNC screws and
3/8-16UNC screws.
Attach to a tripod (option, screw length of
5.5 mm or less).

Narration microphone for recording ambient
sound.

Viewfinder

Grip Remote Control

For details about attaching the viewfinder
(supplied) and eyepiece, see page 21.

For details about attaching the grip remote control
(supplied), see page 24.

1. CONTRAST knob
2. PEAKING button
3. ZEBRA button
4. MIRROR switch
5. Eyepiece attachment hooks

Eyepiece
For details about attaching the eyepiece
(supplied), see page 22.

1. Zoom lever
2. ASSIGN (assignable) 4 button
3. Assignable dial
4. ASSIGN (assignable) 6 button
5. Record START/STOP button
6. Multi selector
7. Grip rotation button
8. ASSIGN (assignable) 5 button

1. Diopter adjustment knob
2. Eyecup

Lens (PXW-FS7K only)
For details, refer to the operation manual for the
lens.

Infrared Remote Control

Extension Unit (Option)
For details about attaching an extension unit
(option), see page 32.

1. DATA CODE button

1. BATT RELEASE button
2. Battery connector
3. GENLOCK IN connector
4. DC IN connector
5. DC OUT connector
6. Recording indicator
7. REF OUT connector
8. TC IN/OUT connector
9. TC IN/OUT switch
10. RAW OUT connector

Not used on this version.

2. TC RESET button
3. SCAN/SLOW button
4. ./> (PREV/NEXT) buttons
5. PLAY button
6. STOP button
7. DISPLAY button
8. Remote control transmitter
9. START/STOP button
10. Zoom lever
11. PAUSE button
12. MODE button
Not used on this version.

13. b/B/v/V/ENTER buttons

Screen Display
Viewfinder Screen
During shooting (recording/standby) and playback, the camcorder status and settings are superimposed
on the image displayed in the viewfinder.
You can show/hide the information using the DISPLAY button.
You can also select to show/hide each item independently (page 81).
The 17:9 aspect ratio picture captured by the image sensor is displayed in the viewfinder. In 16:9 recording
formats, the dark portions on the left and right edges are not recorded.
Information displayed on the screen while shooting

1. Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator
(page 43)

2. ND filter indicator (page 43)
3. Gain indicator (page 42)
Displayed as an EI value when Base Setting
(page 92) >Shooting Mode in the System menu
is set to “Cine EI.”

4. Focus position indicator
Displays the focus position (if a lens that
supports focus setting display is attached).

5. Recording mode, slot A/B icon, and status

S&Q

zRec

Slow & Quick Motion,
High Frame Rate mode
recording

S&Q

Stby

Slow & Quick Motion,
High Frame Rate mode
standby

Int

/zRec

Interval Rec recording

Int

/zStby

Interval Rec image
loading standby

Int

Interval Rec recording
standby

Stby

indicators
/

Picture cache recording

zRec

Recording

Picture cache standby

Stby

Standby

zCache

6. Slot B icon and status indicators
zRec

Recording

Stby

Standby

20. Focus assist indicator (page 41)
Displays a detection frame (focus area marker)
indicating the area for detection of focus, and a
level bar (focus assist indicator) indicating the
degree of focus within that area.

21. Video signal monitor (page 51)

7. External RAW recording indicator

Displays a waveform, vectorscope, and
histogram.
When Shooting Mode (page 92) is set to Cine
EI, monitor LUT information for the monitor is
also displayed (page 51).

(page 52)

8. Depth-of-field indicator
9. Color temperature indicator (page 43)
10. S&Q Motion frame rate indicator

22. Slot A/B media status/remaining capacity

(page 86)/Interval Rec recording interval
display (page 47)

indicator (page 31)
Recording media when the left side of the icon
is orange.
Playback media when the green indicator on the
top right of the icon is on.

11. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN
voltage indicator (page 19)

12. Recording format (picture size) indicator
(page 26, 93)

23. Spirit level indicator

Displays the picture size for recording on XQD
memory cards.
The image sensor scan mode (F: 2K Full, C: 2K
Center) is displayed on the left of the picture
size. Only the scan mode is displayed if Codec
is set to “RAW” (2KF: 2K Full, 2KC: 2K
Center).

Displays the horizontal level and the front-torear slope in ±1° increments up to ±20°.

24. Audio level meter
CH3 and CH4 can be monitored on the status
screen.

25. Clip name indicator (page 57)
26. Focus indicator (page 40)
27. Time data display (page 45)
28. SD card indicator
29. SDI output control status indicator

13. Recording format (frame rate and scan
method) indicator

14. Recording format (codec) indicator
(page 42)
Displays the name of the format for recording
on XQD memory cards.

(page 100)

30. White balance mode indicator (page 43)

15. Gamma/monitor LUT indicator (page 71,
79)

W:P
W:A
W:B

Displays the gamma setting. When Shooting
Mode (page 92) is set to “Cine EI,” it displays
the gamma or monitor LUT setting for recording
video on XQD memory cards.

Preset mode
Memory mode A
Memory mode B

31. AE mode indicator (page 42)
32. Auto iris indicator (page 42)
33. AGC indicator (page 42)
34. Auto shutter indicator (page 43)
35. Focus mode indicator
36. Image stabilization mode indicator

16. External output format indicator
(page 79)

17. Timecode external lock indicator
Displays “EXT-LK” when locked to the
timecode of an external device.

18. Wi-Fi connection status indicator
(page 54)
Displayed when the Wi-Fi function is set to
“Enable.” When the IFU-WLM3 is not attached
to the camcorder,
is not displayed.

19. GPS status indicator (page 51)
Displays the GPS status.

37. Focus area indicator

3. Remaining battery capacity indicator
4. Playback format (picture size) indicator
5. Playback format (frame rate) indicator
6. Playback format (codec) indicator
7. Wi-Fi connection status indicator

Displays the focus area for auto focus.
When push auto focus is available

(page 54)
Displayed when the Wi-Fi function is set to
“Enable.” When the IFU-WLM3 is not attached
to the camcorder,
is not displayed.

8. Media indicator
9. Audio level indicator

During auto focus

Displays the audio level when recording.

10. Time data display
When Display On/Off >Timecode in the VF
menu is set to “On,” it displays the time data
when the DISPLAY button is pressed.

Status Screen
To display the status screen:
• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

Not displayed when Focus Area (page 66) is set
to Wide.

To switch to the status screen:
• Turn the SEL/SET dial.
• Move the multi selector up/down.

38. Zoom position indicator
Displays the zoom position in the range 0 (wide
angle) to 99 (telephoto) (if a lens that supports
zoom setting display is attached).
It can also be displayed as a bar graph (page 83).

To hide the status screen:
• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

39. Iris position indicator
Displays the iris position (if a lens that supports
iris setting display is attached).

Camera Status screen
Displays the electronic shutter setting of the
camera and the lens status.

Information displayed on the screen during
playback
The following information is superimposed on
the playback picture.

ISO/Gain/EI
ISO/Gain/EI
ISO/Gain/EI
Shutter
Iris
Zebra1
Zebra2
Gamma
White
Focal Length
AE Level
AE Speed
AGC Limit

1. Clip number / total number of clips
2. Playback mode

ISO/Gain/EI setting
ISO/Gain/EI setting
ISO/Gain/EI setting
Shutter setting (Speed/Angle/
ECS/Off)
F-stop value obtained from the
lens
Zebra1 On/Off setting and level
Zebra2 On/Off setting and level
Gamma Select setting
White balance mode and settings
Focal length value obtained from
the lens
AE level setting
AE control speed setting
Maximum gain setting of the
AGC function

A.SHT Limit
AE Mode

Video Output Status screen
Displays the SDI, HDMI, and video output
settings.

Fastest shutter speed of the auto
shutter function
AE mode setting (Backlight/
Standard/Spotlight)

SDI1

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

SDI2

CH1 level meter
CH1 Source
CH1 Ref./Sens.
CH1 Wind Filter

Channel 1 audio level meter
Channel 1 input source
Channel 1 input reference level
Channel 1 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH2 level meter
Channel 2 audio level meter
CH2 Source
Channel 2 input source
CH2 Ref./Sens.
Channel 2 input reference level
CH2 Wind Filter
Channel 2 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH3 level meter
Channel 3 audio level meter
CH3 Source
Channel 3 input source
CH3 Wind Filter
Channel 3 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH4 level meter
Channel 4 audio level meter
CH4 Source
Channel 4 input source
CH4 Wind Filter
Channel 4 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
Audio Input Level Audio input level setting
Monitor CH
Monitor channel setting
HDMI Output CH HDMI output audio channel
combination setting
Headphone Out
Headphone output type setting

HDMI

REF
RAW

Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
Output picture size
Output picture size

Assignable Button Status screen
Displays the functions assigned to each of the
assignable buttons.
1
2
3
4
5
6
IRIS Dial
Assignable Dial

System Status screen
Displays the video signal settings.
Country
Rec Format

NTSC or PAL region setting
Format for recording to XQD
memory cards
Picture Size
Picture size for recording to XQD
memory cards
Frame Rate
Frame rate for recording to XQD
memory cards
Rec Function
Enabled special recording format
and settings
Simul Rec
Simul Rec On/Off status
Picture Cache Rec Picture Cache Rec On/Off status
Video Light Set
HVL-LBPC Video Light (option)
on/off indicator
Imager Scan
Scan mode of the image sensor

Function assigned to the ASSIGN
1 button
Function assigned to the ASSIGN
2 button
Function assigned to the ASSIGN
3 button
Function assigned to the ASSIGN
4 button
Function assigned to the ASSIGN
5 button
Function assigned to the ASSIGN
6 button
Function assigned to the IRIS dial
Function assigned to the
assignable dial

Battery Status screen
Displays information about the battery and DC IN
source.
Detected Battery
Remaining
Charge Count
Capacity
Voltage
Manufacture Date
Video Light
Remaining
Power Source
Supplied Voltage

Type of battery
Remaining capacity (%)
Number of recharges
Remaining capacity (Ah)
Voltage (V)
Date of battery manufacture
Displays the remaining capacity
of the video light battery.
Power supply source
Supplied power source voltage

Media Status screen
Displays the remaining capacity and remaining
recording time of recording media (XQD memory
cards A and B).
Media A
information
Media A
protection

SD card remaining Displays the remaining capacity
capacity
of media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot expressed in units of
GB.
SD card life
Displays the operating life of
media in the UTILITY SD card
slot as a percentage.

Displays the media icon when
recording media is inserted in slot
A.
Displays the lock icon when the
recording media inserted in slot A
is protected (locked).

Rec Button Settings Screen
Displays the settings of the record START/STOP
buttons on the camcorder and handle (page 39).

Note

Rec Button

Displays the slots for recording
controlled by the recording
START/STOP button.
Handle Rec Button Displays the slots for recording
controlled by the recording
START/STOP button on the
handle.

XQD memory cards cannot be
protected using the camcorder.
Media A
Displays the remaining capacity
remaining capacity of recording media inserted in slot
meter
A expressed as a percentage on a
bar graph.
Media A
Displays an estimate of the
remaining
remaining recording time of the
recording time
recording media inserted in slot A
in units of minutes under the
current recording conditions.
Media B
Displays the media icon when
information
recording media is inserted in slot
B.
Media B protection Displays the lock icon when the
recording media inserted in slot B
is protected (locked).

Note

Media B remaining
capacity meter

Media B remaining
recording time

SD card
information
SD card protection

SD card remaining
capacity meter

XQD memory cards cannot be
protected using the camcorder.
Displays the remaining capacity
of recording media inserted in slot
B expressed as a percentage on a
bar graph.
Displays an estimate of the
remaining recording time of the
recording media inserted in slot B
in units of minutes under the
current recording conditions.
Displays the media icon when
media is inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot.
Displays the lock icon when the
media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot is protected (locked).
Displays the remaining capacity
of media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot expressed as a
percentage on a bar graph.

Preparation

Power Supply
You can use a battery pack or AC power supply
from an AC adaptor.
For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and
AC adaptors listed below.

Using a Battery Pack
To attach a battery pack, plug the battery pack
into the attachment (page 10) as far as it will go,
and then slide it down to lock it into position.

Lithium ion battery packs
BP-U30 (supplied)
BP-U60
BP-U60T
BP-U90
Battery chargers
BC-U1 (supplied)
BC-U2
AC adaptor (supplied)
AC-UES1230

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

To remove a battery pack, press and hold the
BATT RELEASE button (page 10), slide the
battery pack up and then pull it out of the
attachment.

Notes
• The camcorder cannot be powered from the BC-U1/
BC-U2 battery charger acting as an external power
source.
• When operating from a power outlet, use the supplied
AC adaptor.
• Always set the POWER switch to the Off position
before connecting a battery or AC adaptor. If it is
connected with the POWER switch in the On position,
the camcorder may be unable to start in some cases. If
the unit cannot be started, set the POWER switch to the
Off position and disconnect the battery pack or AC
adaptor temporarily, then wait about 30 seconds before
attempting to connect again. (If the AC adaptor is
connected while the camcorder is operating from the
battery pack, it can be connected with the POWER
switch in the On position without problem.)

BATT RELEASE
button

Notes
• Before attaching a battery pack, charge the battery
using the dedicated BC-U1 or BC-U2 battery charger.
• Charging a battery immediately after use while it is
still warm may not fully recharge the battery.

Checking the remaining capacity

Using AC Power

When shooting/playing using a battery pack, the
remaining battery capacity is displayed in the
viewfinder (page 13).
Icon

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

Remaining capacity

DC IN connector

91% to 100%
71% to 90%
51% to 70%
31% to 50%
11% to 30%
0% to 10%

The camcorder indicates the remaining capacity
by calculating the available time with the battery
pack if operation is continued at the current rate
of power consumption.
AC adaptor

When using an extension unit
When using the XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit, the
battery voltage or the remaining battery capacity
is displayed, depending on the battery used.

Power cord
To power outlet

Note
The camcorder battery pack cannot be used when an
XDCA-FS7 unit is attached to the camcorder. You must
attach a battery pack to the XDCA-FS7 or connect an
external power supply.

Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN connector
on the camcorder, and connect the power cord
(supplied) to a power outlet.

If the battery pack charge becomes low

If the output voltage from the AC adaptor
becomes low

If the remaining battery charge falls below a
certain level during operation (Low BATT state),
a low-battery message appears, the recording
indicator starts flashing, and a beep sound will
warn you.
If the remaining battery charge falls below the
level at which operation cannot continue (BATT
Empty state), a battery-empty message appears.
Replace with a charged battery pack.

If the output voltage from the AC adaptor falls
below a certain level during operation (DC Low
Voltage1 state), a message appears informing you
that the AC adaptor output voltage has dropped,
the recording indicator starts flashing, and a beep
sound is emitted.
If the output voltage from the AC adaptor falls
below the level at which operation cannot
continue (DC Low Voltage2 state), a message
appears informing you that the AC adaptor output
voltage is too low.
If this occurs, the AC adaptor may be faulty.
Check the AC adaptor, as required.

Changing the warning levels
The Low BATT level is set to 10% of full battery
charge and the BATT Empty level is set to 3% by
factory default. You can change the warning level
settings using Camera Battery Alarm (page 98) in
the System menu.

Changing the warning levels
The DC Low Voltage1 level is set to 11.5 V and
the DC Low Voltage2 level is set to 11.0 V by
factory default. You can change the warning level
settings using Camera DC IN Alarm (page 98) in
the System menu.

AC adaptors

Attaching Devices

• Do not connect and use an AC adaptor in a
confined space, such as between a wall and
furniture.
• Connect the AC adaptor to the nearest power
outlet. If a problem occurs during operation,
immediately disconnect the power cord from
the outlet.
• Do not short-circuit the metal parts of the plug
of the AC adaptor. Doing so will cause a
malfunction.
• The battery cannot be charged while attached to
the camcorder, even if the AC adaptor is
connected.

Attaching the Microphone Holder
Notes
• The microphone holder is attached when shipped from
the factory.
• Attach/remove the microphone holder while the
camcorder is turned off.
• Attach/remove the microphone holder with the mount
cap attached so as not to damage the image sensor.

Insert the microphone holder into the
handle.

Insert the stopper into the recess, and
tighten the screw to secure the holder.

Stopper

Removing the microphone holder

Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder

Remove the stopper, and use the reverse
procedure of attaching the microphone holder.

Tilt the viewfinder up/down to adjust the angle of
the viewfinder.

Attaching the Viewfinder
Note
Attach/remove the viewfinder while the camcorder is
turned off.

Loosen the viewfinder clamp and insert
the viewfinder onto the protrusion on
the front of the handle.
Clamp

You can adjust the angle so that the viewfinder is
facing the subject. Setting the MIRROR switch
(page 50) to the B/T position flips the left and
right sides of the image on the LCD screen, but
the image is recorded in the correct orientation.

Adjusting the viewfinder contrast
Turn the CONTRAST knob to adjust the contrast.

Adjust the left/right positioning of the
viewfinder, tighten the clamp, and then
connect the viewfinder cable to the
viewfinder connector of the camcorder.
You can adjust the brightness in the viewfinder
using VF Setting >Brightness (page 81) in the VF
menu.

Removing the viewfinder
Loosen the viewfinder clamp, and use the reverse
procedure of attaching the viewfinder.

Note
Check that the viewfinder is securely attached. The
viewfinder may fall off during shooting if the clamp is
loose.

Attaching the Eyepiece

Opening the eyepiece

Note

Press the button indicated by the arrow.

Attach/remove the eyepiece while the camcorder is
turned off.

Attach the metal clips of the eyepiece to
the eyepiece attachment hooks on the
viewfinder.

Open the eyepiece upwards when the lock
disengages. The viewfinder is directly visible
when the eyepiece is opened.

Eyepiece attachment hooks

Push the lock plate on the bottom of the
eyepiece in the direction of the arrow to
lock the eyepiece into position.

Lock plate

Removing the eyepiece
Unclip the eyepiece lock, and remove the
eyepiece from the viewfinder.

Attaching a Lens
Recommended lenses
SELP28135G
SEL1635Z
SELP18200

Align the lens mount mark (white) with
the camcorder, carefully insert the lens,
and then turn the lens clockwise.
The lens makes a click sound when it locks into
position.

For details about lenses supported by the camcorder,
contact your Sony service representative.

Caution
Do not leave the lens facing the sun. Direct
sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in
the camcorder, and may cause a fire.
Notes
• Attach/remove a lens while the camcorder is turned
off.
• A lens is a precision component. Do not place the lens
on a surface with the lens mount face down. Attach the
supplied lens mount cap.

Mount mark (white)

Attaching an A-mount lens

Attaching to a tripod
Use the tripod screw holes on the camcorder
when attaching to a tripod. Using the tripod
mount on the lens may cause damage.

To use an A-mount lens, attach a lens mount
adaptor (option) and then attach the A-mount
lens.
Notes

Attaching an E-mount lens

• When using an A-mount lens, Iris is set to manual.
• When focus is set to AF with an LA-EA2 or LA-EA4
attached, Iris is set to F3.5 or fully open.

Remove the lens cap and cover from the
camcorder and the lens.

Removing a lens
Remove a lens using the following procedure.

Press and hold the lens release button
and turn the lens counterclockwise.

Pull the lens out in the forward
direction.

Note
If another lens will not be attached immediately, fit the
lens mount into the recess part of the lens mount cap and
turn clockwise.

Iris adjustments for lenses with Auto Iris
switch
• When the lens Auto Iris is set to AUTO, the iris
is adjusted automatically and can also be
adjusted manually from the camcorder.
• When the lens Auto Iris is set to MANUAL, the
iris can only be adjusted using the lens ring. Iris
operation from the camcorder has no effect.

Focus adjustments for lenses with focus
switch

Connect the grip remote control cable
to the REMOTE connector on the
camcorder.

• When the lens focus switch is set to AF/MF or
AF, the focus is adjusted automatically and can
also be adjusted manually from the camcorder.
• When the lens focus switch is set to Full MF or
MF, the focus can only be adjusted using the
lens ring. Focus operation from the camcorder
has no effect.

Attaching the Grip Remote Control
Note
Attach/remove the grip remote control while the
camcorder is turned off.

Attach the arm to the grip attachment,
and tighten the screw.

Notes
• Check that the arm and grip remote control are
securely attached. They may fall off during shooting if
the screws are loose.
• Do not support the weight of the camcorder by holding
just the grip remote control.

Adjusting the position of the grip remote
control
Adjust the arm angle (1).
Loosen the two screws on the rear side of the arm
using a coin or similar object, adjust the arm
length (2), and then tighten the two screws.
Press the grip rotation button (page 11) to adjust
the angle of the grip remote control (3).

Setting the Clock
The initial settings screen appears in the
viewfinder the first time the camcorder is turned
on or after the backup battery has become
completely discharged.
Set the date and time of the internal clock using
this screen.
Time Zone
Time Zone sets the time difference from UTC
(Coordinated Universal Time). Change the
setting as required.

Setting the date and time
Turn the SEL/SET dial (page 9) to select items
and settings, then press the SEL/SET dial to apply
the settings and start the clock running.
Once the settings screen is closed, you can change
the date, time, and time zone settings using Clock
Set (page 97) in the System menu.

Removing the grip remote control

1
2

Disconnect the grip remote control
cable from the REMOTE connector on
the camcorder.

Notes
• If the clock setting is lost because the backup battery
becomes fully discharged due to power being
disconnected for an extended period (no battery pack
and no DC IN power source), the initial settings screen
will be displayed when you next turn the camcorder
on.
• While the initial settings screen is displayed, no other
operation, except turning the power off, is permitted
until you finish the settings on this screen.
• The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery for
storing the date, time, and other settings even when the
camcorder is turned off. For details about the built-in
rechargeable battery, see page 104.

Remove the arm from the camcorder.

Image Sensor Scan Mode

Configuring Basic
Camcorder Operation

You can set the scan mode of the image sensor.
You can select the mode using Base Setting
(page 92) >Imager Scan Mode in the System
menu.

Before shooting, configure the basic operation of
the camcorder to suit the application.

Normal: When not using Slow & Quick Motion
high-frame rate mode, this scans the full
angle-of-view of Super 35mm size.
When S&Q Motion (page 86) >High Frame
Rate Mode in the Recording menu is set to
“Full Scan,” this scans the full angle-of-view
of Super 35mm size and converts the signal to
2K data. When set to “Center Scan,” this
scans a 2K angle-of-view of half Super 35mm
size at the center of the image.
2K Full: Scans the full angle-of-view of
Super 35mm size and converts the signal to
2K.
2K Center: Scans a 2K angle-of-view of half
Super 35mm size at the center of the image.

Shooting Mode
You can switch the shooting mode between
“Custom” mode to create images flexibly on-site,
and “Cine EI” mode (where the camcorder is
operated similarly to a film camera, with footage
developed in post production).
You can select the mode using Base Setting
(page 92) >Shooting Mode in the System menu.

Color Space

Note

Color Space selects the base color gamut for
recorded signals and output signals.
When the shooting mode is set to Custom mode,
Color Space is set to “Matrix.”

The recording format resolution is restricted to 2K or
lower when Imager Scan mode (page 93) is set to 2K
Full or 2K Center.

Matrix: Selects the color gamut using the Matrix
setting, similar to conventional video
cameras.

When the shooting mode is set to Cine EI mode,
Color Space selects the color gamut of the video
output with MLUT set to Off.
S-Gamut/SLog2: Wide color gamut comparable to
film cameras.
S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3: Easy to adjust color
gamut for digital cinema (DCIP3).
S-Gamut3/SLog3: Wide color gamut, for
compatibility with future standard gamuts,
optimized using Sony image distortion
correction technology.

You can select the color gamut using Base Setting
(page 92) >Color Space in the System menu.

Using XQD Memory
Cards
The camcorder records audio and video on XQD
memory cards (available separately) inserted in
the card slots.

About XQD Memory Cards
Use the following Sony XQD memory cards in
the camcorder.
For details on operations with media from other
manufacturers, refer to the operating instructions
for the media or consult the manufacturer’s
information.
S-series XQD memory cards
H-series XQD memory cards
N-series XQD memory cards
M-series XQD memory cards
G-series XQD memory cards

The use of memory cards other than Sony XQD
memory cards is not guaranteed.
For details about using XQD memory cards and
usage precautions, refer to the operating instructions
for the XQD memory card.

Recommended Media
The guaranteed operating conditions will vary depending on the Rec Format and Recording settings.
Yes: Operation supported
No: Normal operation not guaranteed
Format

XQD G
XQD S
(EB Stream)

XQD N
XQD M

Discontinued
XQD H
XQD S
(non EB
Stream)

32/64/128 GB 32/64/128 *1 GB 16/32/64 GB
XAVC-I

4096×2160P –

3840×2160

1920×1080

–

Normal mode or
S&Q (excluding
HFR *2)

S&Q (HFR mode)

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

24P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

59.94i

Yes

50P

Yes

50i

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

Format

XQD G
XQD S
(EB Stream)

XQD N
XQD M

Discontinued
XQD H
XQD S
(non EB
Stream)

32/64/128 GB 32/64/128 *1 GB 16/32/64 GB
XAVC-L

3840×2160

1920×1080

–

Normal mode or
S&Q (excluding
HFR)

S&Q (HFR mode)

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

59.94i

Yes

50i

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

29.97P

MPEG HD 1920×1080
422

1280×720

ProRes 422 1920×1080
HQ

ProRes 422 1920×1080

–

Yes

50 Mbps: No
35 Mbps: Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94i

Yes

50i

Yes

Yes
Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94P

Yes

50P

Yes

Yes
Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94i

Yes

50i

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

59.94i

Yes

50i

Yes

29.97P

Yes

25P

Yes

23.98P

Yes

*1 M-series only
*2 HFR: High Frame Rate

Inserting an XQD Memory Card

1
2

Switching Between XQD Memory
Cards

Press the media cover release button
(page 10) to open the media cover of the
card slot section.

When XQD memory cards are loaded in both card
slots A and B, you can switch the card used for
recording by pressing the SLOT SELECT button
(page 9).
If a card becomes full during recording, the
camcorder automatically switches to the other
card.

Insert an XQD memory card with the
XQD label facing to the left.
The access indicator (page 10) is lit red, then
changes to green if the card is usable.

Note

Close the media cover.

The SLOT SELECT button is disabled during playback.
The memory cards are not switched even if you press the
button. The button is enabled while the thumbnail screen
(page 57) is displayed.

Notes
• The memory card, memory card slot, and image data
on the memory card may be damaged if the card is
forced into the slot in the incorrect orientation.
• When recording to media inserted in both XQD card
slots A and B, insert media in both slots that is
recommended for operation with the format of the
recording.

Formatting (Initializing) XQD
Memory Cards
If an unformatted XQD memory card or an XQD
memory card that was formatted in a different
specification is inserted, the message “Media
Needs to be Formatted” is displayed in the
viewfinder.
Format the card using the following procedure.

Ejecting XQD Memory Cards
Press the media cover release button (page 10) to
open the media cover of the card slot section, and
lightly press the memory card in to eject the card.
Notes

Select Format Media (page 89) >Media(A)
or Media(B) in the Media menu, then select
Execute. When a confirmation message
appears, select Execute again.

• If the camcorder is turned off or the memory card is
removed while the memory card is being accessed, the
integrity of data on the card cannot be guaranteed. All
data recorded on the card may be discarded. Always
make sure the access indicator is lit green or not lit
before turning off the camcorder or removing the
memory card.
• When removing an XQD memory card immediately
after recording is finished, the XQD memory card may
be hot, but this does not indicate a problem.

A message is displayed while formatting is in
progress, and the access indicator is lit red.
When formatting is completed, a completion
message is displayed. Press the SEL/SET dial to
dismiss the message.
If formatting fails
Protected XQD memory cards and memory cards
not supported by the camcorder cannot be
formatted.
A warning message is displayed. Follow the
instructions to replace the card with a supported
XQD memory card.
Note
Formatting a memory card erases all data, including
recorded video data and setup files.

Checking the Remaining
Recording Time

Using a UTILITY SD Card

When shooting (recording/standby), you can
monitor the remaining capacity of the XQD
memory card in each slot using the slot A/B
media capacity indicators in the viewfinder
(page 13).
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 save camera configuration data for the
camcorder on an SD card (available separately).
Saved data files can be imported from the SD
card.

Supported SD Cards
SDHC memory cards*
SD memory cards*

Note
A

* Referred to collectively as “SD cards” in this manual.
mark is displayed if the media is protected.

XQD memory card replacement timing

Inserting an SD Card

• When the total remaining recording time on the
two memory cards becomes less than 5 minutes,
the message “Media Near Full” appears, the
recording indicator starts flashing, and a beep
sound (headphone output) will warn you.
Replace with media that has free space.
• If you continue recording until the total
remaining recording time reaches zero, the
message changes to “Media Full” and recording
stops.

Press the media cover release button
(page 10) to open the media cover of the
card slot section.

Insert the SD memory card with the SD
card label facing to the left.
The access indicator (page 10) is lit red, then
goes off if the card is usable.

Close the media cover.

Note
Up to approximately 600 clips can be recorded on one
XQD memory card.
If the number of recorded clips reaches the limit, the
remaining recording time indicator becomes “0” and the
message “Media Full” is displayed.

Ejecting the SD Card
Press the media cover release button
(page 10) to open the media cover of the
card slot section, and lightly press the SD
card in to eject the card.
Notes
• If the camcorder is turned off or the SD card is
removed while the SD card is being accessed, the
integrity of data on the card cannot be guaranteed. All
data recorded on the card may be discarded. Always
make sure the access indicator is not lit before turning
off the camcorder or removing the SD card.
• Take caution to prevent the SD card from flying out
when inserting/ejecting the card.

Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards

Using the XDCA-FS7

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.

You can add functions to the camcorder, such as
a V-shoe battery or external sync signal, by
attaching an XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit (option)
to the camcorder.

Attaching the XDCA-FS7

Select Format Media (page 89) >SD Card in
the Media menu, then select Execute. When
a confirmation message appears, select
Execute again.

Notes
• The camcorder battery pack cannot be used when an
XDCA-FS7 unit is attached to the camcorder. You
must attach a battery pack to the XDCA-FS7 or
connect an external power supply.
• Attach/remove the XDCA-FS7 while the camcorder is
turned off.

A message and progress status are displayed
while formatting is in progress, and the access
indicator is lit red.
When formatting is completed, a completion
message is displayed. Press the SEL/SET dial to
dismiss the message.
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 17).
Note
A

mark is displayed if the SD card is protected.

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.

Remove the battery pack (page 18)
attached to the camcorder.

Remove the cover of the extension unit
connector section.

Align the protrusions of the XDCA-FS7
with the left and right grooves of the
camcorder and slide all the way in, then
slide the XDCA-FS7 down into the
connector section.

Removing the XDCA-FS7
Grooves

Protrusions

Loosen the two screws on the top of the
XDCA-FS7, and remove the XDCA-FS7 from
the camcorder.

Tighten the two screws on the top of the
XDCA-FS7 to secure the XDCA-FS7.

Attaching the Battery Pack
Insert the battery pack into the battery pack
attachment on the XDCA-FS7.
The following Sony genuine battery packs are
supported.
Lithium-ion battery packs
BP-L80S
BP-FL75

The cover of the extension unit connector
section can be inserted into the top of the
extension unit.
33

Removing the Battery Pack

Using an HXR-IFR5 and
AXS-R5

Pull the battery pack out from the battery pack
attachment on the XDCA-FS7 while holding
down the BATT RELEASE button.

You can record RAW video (page 52) to an
AXS-R5 RAW Recorder (option) using an HXRIFR5 Interface Unit (option) and an XDCA-FS7
(option).
For details about setting up the HXR-IFR5 and
AXS-R5, refer to the HXR-IFR5 operation
manual.

Switching the Timecode Input/
Output
You can switch the timecode input/output using
the TC IN/OUT switch (page 12).
For details, see page 102.

Connecting the HXR-IFR5 to the
Camcorder

Attach the XDCA-FS7 to the camcorder
(page 32).

Connect the RAW OUT connector of
the XDCA-FS7 to the SDI IN (RAW)
connector of the HXR-IFR5 using an
SDI cable.

HXR-IFR5

SDI cable
AXS-R5

Removing the HXR-IFR5
Disconnect the SDI cable from the RAW
OUT connector of the XDCA-FS7.

Changing the battery of the remote
control

Using the Infrared
Remote Control

The remote control uses a standard CR2025
battery.
Do not use a battery other than the CR2025.

When using for the first time
Pull out the insulating sheet from the battery
holder when using the supplied infrared remote
control for the first time.

Push the tab in, and remove the battery
holder by placing a fingernail in the
groove.

Insert a new battery with the + terminal
facing up.

Insert the battery holder until it clicks
into place.

Insulating sheet

A CR2025 lithium-ion battery is installed in the
battery holder at the factory.
Tab

Controlling the camcorder using the
remote control

Caution

To use remote control, first turn on the camcorder
and then enable remote control operation.
Use the setup menu to enable/disable the remote
control function.

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

To enable using the menu
Press the MENU button to switch the camcorder
to menu mode, then set IR Remote (page 98) in
the System menu to On.

Replacing the battery with a non-specified battery may
cause device failure. Always replace with the specified
battery.
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with federal and
local laws.

Note

Notes
• Point the remote control at the remote control receiver
sensor on the camcorder.
• Set up the camcorder so that the remote control
receiver sensor is not exposed to direct sunlight or
strong light from other sources. Strong light can
prevent proper remote control operation.
• Other video decks may operate by mistake when using
the supplied remote control to operate the camcorder.
In this case, switch the remote control mode switch on
the video deck to DVD2, or shield the remote control
receiver sensor using black paper.

Playback screen

Using Wi-Fi Remote
Control

• Status display
• Playback buttons
Play/Pause, Stop, F Fwd,
F Rev, Next, Prev

You can operate the camcorder from a web
browser by connecting a smartphone, tablet, or
other device that supports a web browser to the
camcorder using a wireless LAN connection.
This function is called Wi-Fi remote control.
This function is useful when operating the
camcorder from a remote location, for example,
when the camcorder is mounted on a crane.
For details of the Wi-Fi remote control setup
procedure, see page 56.

Cursor screen
• Status display
• Cursor buttons
Up, Down, Left, Right,
Set, Cancel/Back, Menu,
Status, Thumbnail, User
Menu

Wi-Fi Remote screen (smartphone)
Main screen
• Shooting settings
S&Q FPS, Shutter,
White, Sensitivity/Gain/
Exposure Index,
Gamma, MLUT, Color
Bars, Auto Black, Auto
White, Rec Start/Stop,
Lock, Iris, Focus, Zoom,
Auto Iris, Auto Shutter,
AGC, ATW

Assign screen
• Status display
• Assignable buttons
Assignable buttons 1 to 6

Wi-Fi Remote screen (tablet)

Assign screen

Main screen

• Status display
• Assignable buttons
Assignable buttons 1 to 6

• Shooting settings
S&Q FPS, Shutter, White, Sensitivity/Gain/Exposure
Index, Gamma, MLUT, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto
White, Rec Start/Stop, Lock, Iris, Focus, Zoom, Auto
Iris, Auto Shutter, AGC, ATW

Playback screen

• Status display
• Playback buttons
Play/Pause, Stop, F Fwd, F Rev, Next, Prev

Cursor screen

• Status display
• Cursor buttons
Up, Down, Left, Right, Set, Cancel/Back, Menu,
Status, Thumbnail, User Menu

Shooting

Basic Operation Procedure
Basic shooting is conducted using the following
procedure.

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

Insert the memory card(s).

Set the POWER switch to the ON
position.

Recording continuously when changing
memory cards (Relay Rec)
When memory cards are inserted in both slots A
and B, recording automatically switches to the
second memory card just before the remaining
capacity on the first card is reduced to zero.
Notes
• Do not eject a memory card while recording to it is in
progress. When recording, only change memory cards
in slots for which the slot access indicator is not lit.
• When the remaining capacity on the memory card
being recorded becomes less than one minute and a
recordable memory card is inserted in the other slot, a
“Will Switch Slots Soon” message appears. The
message disappears after switching memory card slots.
• Relay recording may not operate if recording is started
when the remaining memory card capacity is less than
one minute. For correct relay recording, check that the
remaining memory card capacity is more than one
minute before starting recording.
• Video created using the camcorder relay recording
function cannot be played back seamlessly on the
camcorder.
• To combine video created using the camcorder relay
recording function, use Catalyst Browse software.

The camera image appears in the viewfinder.

Press the record button (page 7).
The recording indicator lights up, and the
camcorder starts recording.

To stop recording, press the record
button again.
Recording stops, and the camcorder switches
to STBY (standby) mode.

Note
If the record button is pressed within a few seconds after
turning the camcorder on, the recording indicator lights
up to indicate the unit is in the recording state, but
recording to media may not occur for the first few
seconds, depending on the selected recording format.

Shooting (Full Auto mode)
Press the FULL AUTO button, turning the button
indicator on.
The auto iris (compatible lenses only), AGC, auto
shutter, ATW (auto tracing white balance)
functions are enabled to control the brightness
and white balance automatically (full auto mode).
To control each function manually, turn Full Auto
mode off.

Recording to memory cards A and B
simultaneously (Simul Rec)

Changing the settings of the record
START/STOP buttons on the camcorder
and handle

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

When the simultaneous recording (Simul Rec) is
enabled, you can start/stop recording to each
memory card independently using the record
START/STOP buttons on the camcorder and the
handle.
By factory default, both buttons are set to start/
stop simultaneous recording to both memory
cards A and B.
• “Rec Button [SlotA SlotB] Handle Rec Button
[SlotA SlotB]”
When the buttons are set to control recording for
different memory cards, SDI/HDMI Rec Control
and RAW Rec Control follow the recording state
of slot A.

Set Simul Rec >Setting in the Recording
menu to “On.”
Note
Simultaneous recording is not supported in Slow &
Quick Motion mode (page 86) or Picture Cache
recording mode (page 86).
Also, simultaneous recording is not supported for the
following recording formats (page 93).
NTSC Area
XAVC-I
4096×2160 59.94P, 4096×2160 29.97P,
4096×2160 24.00P, 4096×2160 23.98P,
3840×2160 59.94P, 3840×2160 29.97P,
3840×2160 23.98P, 1920×1080 59.94P
XAVC-L
3840×2160 59.94P, 3840×2160 29.97P,
3840×2160 23.98P
RAW (with XDCA-FS7, HXR-IFR5, and
AXS-R5 connected)
4096×2160 59.94P, 4096×2160 29.97P,
4096×2160 23.98P, 2048×1080 59.94P,
2048×1080 29.97P, 2048×1080 23.98P
RAW & XAVC-I (with XDCA-FS7, HXR-IFR5,
and AXS-R5 connected)
4096×2160 59.94P, 2048×1080 59.94P
ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422
(with XDCA-FS7 connected)
1920×1080 59.94i, 1920×1080 29.97P,
1920×1080 23.98P

To change the setting

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

PAL Area
XAVC-I
4096×2160 50P, 4096×2160 25P, 3840×2160 50P,
3840×2160 25P, 1920×1080 50P
XAVC-L
3840×2160 50P, 3840×2160 25P
RAW (with XDCA-FS7, HXR-IFR5, and
AXS-R5 connected)
4096×2160 50P, 4096×2160 25P,
2048×1080 50P, 2048×1080 25P
RAW & XAVC-I (with XDCA-FS7, HXR-IFR5,
and AXS-R5 connected)
4096×2160 50P, 2048×1080 50P
ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422
(with XDCA-FS7 connected)
1920×1080 50i, 1920×1080 25P

Rec Button Set

Buttons and memory
cards

“Rec Button [SlotA
SlotB] Handle Rec
Button [SlotA SlotB]”
“Rec Button [SlotA]
Handle Rec Button
[SlotB]”

Starts/stops simultaneously
recording to memory cards A
and B using either button.
The record START/STOP
button starts/stops recording to
memory card A, and the record
START/STOP button on the
handle starts/stops recording to
memory card B.
The record START/STOP
button starts/stops recording to
memory card B, and the record
START/STOP button on the
handle starts/stops recording to
memory card A.

“Rec Button [SlotB]
Handle Rec Button
[SlotA]”

The focus returns to the previous setting when
you release the button.
This is useful when you want to quickly focus on
a subject before starting to shoot.
You can set the position for focusing using Focus
>Focus Area (Push AF) (page 67) in the Camera
menu.

Adjusting the Focus Automatically
A lens that supports auto focus is required. Set the
FOCUS switch (page 9) on the camcorder to the
“AUTO” position. If the lens is fitted with a focus
selector switch, set the switch to the “AF/MF” or
“AF” position. If the switch is set to the “Full
MF” or “MF” position, lens focusing cannot be
operated from the camcorder (page 24).

Notes
• The Push Auto Focus function does not operate if the
lens is set for manual focusing.
• During Push Auto Focus operation when using an LAEA2/4, Full Auto mode is On.
• During focus magnification, the focus adjusts to fit the
magnified display position.

Note
The LA-EA1/3 (option) supports push auto focus only.

Setting the auto focus area (Focus Area)

Focus indicator
Indicates the focus state.
• (Lit): Subject is in focus.
• (Flashing): Subject is out of focus. Since
focusing is not automatic, change the
composition and focus settings to achieve
focus.

You can set the target area for auto focus using
Focus >Focus Area (page 66) in the Camera
menu.
Note

On the LA-EA2/4 (option), the position cannot be
set.

Focusing using magnified view (Focus
Magnifier)

Temporarily stopping auto focus (Focus
Hold)

By factory default, the Focus Magnifier x4/x8
function is assigned to the ASSIGN4 button on
the grip remote control (page 46).

Press the PUSH AUTO FOCUS button (page 9)
when in auto focus mode to override auto focus.
This is useful, for example, when something
crosses in front of the subject that you do not want
to focus on, or when auto focus is lost.

Press the ASSIGN4 button.
The focus magnifier screen appears with the
center magnified by approximately four times.
Press the button again to increase the
magnification to approximately eight times. This
function is useful for checking the focus.
Press the button again to return to the normal
screen.
You can move the position to be magnified during
focus magnification using the multi selector.
Pressing the multi selector returns to the center of
the image. You can also control the position using
the left/right buttons and SEL/SET dial on the
camcorder, infrared remote controller, or Wi-Fi
remote controller.
If push auto focus is used during focus
magnification, the focus adjusts to fit the
magnified display position.

Adjusting the Focus Manually
To adjust the focus manually, set the FOCUS
switch (page 9) to “MAN.”
This allows you to adjust the focus manually
according to the shooting conditions.
Manual focusing is useful for the following types
of subjects.
- Subjects on the far side of a window covered
in water droplets
- Subjects with low contrast against the
background
- Subjects further away than nearby subjects

Adjusting focus rapidly using manual
focus (Push Auto Focus)

Notes
• The recorded image or SDI/HDMI output image is not
magnified when the focus is magnified.
• During focus magnification, the STATUS CHECK
button and menu buttons have no effect.

Position the subject that you want to adjust focus
for in the center of the image, then press the
PUSH AUTO FOCUS button (page 9).

• The focus position is cleared when the camcorder is
turned off. When the camcorder is turned on again, the
focus magnification position returns to the center of
the image when switching to the focus magnifier
screen.

Switching Between XQD Memory
Cards
When two XQD memory cards are inserted, press
the SLOT SELECT button (page 9) to switch
cards.

Adjusting focus using the focus assist
indicator

Note
You cannot switch between memory cards during
playback mode. Also, continuous playback of a clip
spanning media in slot A and slot B is not supported.

Focus detection range frame
(Focus area marker)

Clips (recorded data)
When you stop recording, the video, audio, and
accompanying data from the start to the end of
the recording are saved as a single “clip” on an
XQD memory card.
Clip names
Each clip recorded by the camcorder is
automatically assigned a clip name comprising
the word “Clip” and a 4-digit number. The 4digit number automatically increments with
each recording.
You can change the “Clip” prefix using Clip in
the Media menu.

Focus assist indicator

The focus position is indicated by the maximum
reach of the bar. Adjust the focus to maximize the
length of the bar.

Maximum clip duration
Up to 6 hours per clip.
Multiple clips are recorded in succession
during relay recording, but recording will stop
automatically after approximately 13 hours.

In-focus: Position of
maximum reach of the bar

Notes
• The focus indicator may show little or no variation
when you are shooting subjects with little surface
variation or dark scenes.
• The detection range cannot be set.

Monitoring Audio
You can monitor the audio that is being recorded
using headphones.
Connecting a set of headphones to the headphone
connector (page 10) enables you to monitor the
audio being recorded. You can also monitor the
playback audio (page 58) using the built-in
speaker (page 10) or headphones.
You can select the audio channel to monitor and
adjust the volume using Audio Output (page 78)
in the Audio menu.

Adjusting the iris manually

Changing Basic Settings

Press the IRIS button to turn Auto Iris off,
then adjust using the IRIS dial.

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

You can also assign the IRIS function to an
assignable dial (page 46).
Temporarily adjusting the iris automatically
Press and hold the PUSH AUTO IRIS button to
turn auto iris on temporarily.
The iris returns to the previous setting when you
release the button.

Selecting the Recording Format
The formats available for selection vary
depending on the Country (region of use) and
Codec settings.
Select a format using Rec Format >Video Format
in the System menu.

Note
When the Auto Iris switch of the lens is set to
“MANUAL,” the Auto Iris and Push Auto Iris functions
on the camcorder have no effect. Manual iris adjustments
on the camcorder also have no effect.

Adjusting the Brightness

Adjusting the gain automatically

You can adjust the brightness by adjusting the
iris, gain, shutter speed, and by adjusting the light
level using ND filters.
When adjusting the brightness without using ND
filters, turn Full Auto mode (page 38) off.
You can adjust the brightness control target level
in the setup menu.

Press the ISO/Gain button (page 9) to turn AGC
on.
Or select Auto Exposure (page 66) >AGC in the
Camera menu and set to “On.”

Adjusting the gain manually

Adjusting the control target level
Set the level using Auto Exposure (page 66)
>Level in the Camera menu.

You can control the gain when you want to adjust
the exposure while using a fixed iris setting or
when you want to prevent the gain increasing due
to AGC.

Note
The brightness cannot be adjusted automatically in Cine
EI mode.

Adjusting the iris automatically
This function adjusts the brightness according to
the subject. A lens that supports auto iris is
required.

If a lens with Auto Iris switch is
attached, set the switch to AUTO.

Press the IRIS button (page 46) to turn
Auto Iris on.

Press the ISO/Gain button (page 9) to
turn AGC off.

Set the GAIN switch (page 9) to H, M,
or L.

Controlling the gain (fine adjustment)
Turn the IRIS dial, or the assignable dial assigned
with the ISO/Gain/EI function, to adjust the gain
value set by the GAIN switch.
This is useful when you want to adjust the
exposure by one step without changing the depth
of field.
The adjusted gain value is canceled by switching
the GAIN switch or by turning AGC on.

The setting toggles between on and off each
time the IRIS button is pressed.
Note
The iris cannot be adjusted automatically on an Amount lens.

Shooting using auto shutter

Adjusting for Natural Colors
(White Balance)

This function adjusts the shutter speed
automatically in response to the image brightness.

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

Press the SHUTTER button (page 9).
If the settings screen was displayed, press the
button again.
Or set Auto Exposure (page 66) >Auto Shutter in
the Camera menu to On.

ATW (auto tracing white balance)
This function adjusts the white balance
automatically to an appropriate level.
The white balance is automatically adjusted when
the color temperature of the light source changes.
Pressing the WHT BAL button (page 9) switches
ATW on/off.
You can select the speed of adjustment (five
steps) using White (page 70) >ATW Speed in the
Paint menu.
You can freeze the current white balance setting
by assigning the ATW Hold function to an
assignable button (page 46), and pressing the
assignable button to temporarily pause ATW
mode.

Shooting with a fixed shutter
You can shoot with a set shutter speed.
Press the SHUTTER button to display a screen
with the supported shutter values, and select and
set a value using the SEL/SET dial. If you press
the SHUTTER button again instead of the SEL/
SET dial, auto shutter is enabled.
Setting in the Camera menu
Select Shutter (page 67) in the Camera menu and
set the shutter mode and speed.

Adjusting the light level (ND filter)

Notes
• ATW cannot be used in Cine EI mode.
• It may not be possible to adjust to the appropriate
colors using ATW, depending on the lighting and
subject conditions.
Examples:
- When a single color dominates the subject, such as
sky, sea, ground, or flowers.
- When the color temperature is extremely high or
extremely low.
If the appropriate effect cannot be obtained
because the ATW auto tracking speed is slow or
for other reasons, run auto white balance.

In conditions where the lighting is too bright, you
can set the appropriate brightness by changing the
ND filter.
Turn the ND FILTER dial (page 9) to select Clear
t 1/4 t 1/16 t 1/64 t Clear in sequence.

Adjusting the white balance manually

Turn Full Auto mode (page 38) off.

When white balance is set to ATW
mode, press the WHT BAL button
(page 9) to set manual mode.

Select B, A, or PRESET using the WHT
BAL switch (page 9).
B: Memory B mode*
A: Memory A mode
PRESET: Preset mode
* B can be assigned to ATW ON.

Preset mode
This mode adjusts the color temperature to a
preset value (factory default is 3200K).

Setting the Audio to Record
You can specify the audio to be recorded using
the input connectors, switches, and dials of the
camcorder.

Memory A/Memory B mode
This mode adjusts the white balance to the setting
saved in memory A or B, respectively.

External audio input connectors and selector
switches
INPUT1 connector (page 10)
INPUT2 connector (page 10)
INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch (page 7)
INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch (page 7)

Note
The settings of the WHT BAL switch in Cine EI mode
are fixed as follows.
B: 5500K
A: 4300K
PRESET: 3200K

Press the ISO/Gain button (page 9) to
turn AGC on.

Switches for setting the audio level
CH1 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 9)
CH2 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 9)
CH1 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 9)
CH2 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 9)

Or select Auto Exposure (page 66) >AGC in
the Camera menu and set to “On.”

Selecting the audio input device

Running auto white balance

To save an adjustment value in
memory, select memory A mode or
memory B mode.

Place white paper (or other object) in a
location with the same lighting source
and conditions as the subject, then zoom
in on the paper to show white on the
screen.

Adjust the brightness.

Select the audio input using Audio Input
>CH1 Input Select or CH2 Input Select in the
Audio menu.
Set to INPUT1 or INPUT2 to correspond to
the connector for the connected device. If
using a shoe microphone or XLR adaptor,
specify Shoe 1 or Shoe 2 in the same way.
For details about the XLR adaptor, see
“Adding Audio Input Connectors”
(page 53).

Adjust the iris using the procedure in
“Adjusting the iris manually” (page 42).

Select the audio input connector.

Note
The camcorder is equipped with an internal
microphone. Although it is not suitable for final
audio, it can be used for syncing with other
equipment. In such cases, specify Internal MIC.

Press the WB SET button (page 7).
If auto white balance is set in memory mode,
the adjustment value is saved in the memory
(A or B) selected in step 2.
If auto white balance is set in ATW mode, the
white balance adjustment returns to the ATW
mode white balance when adjustment ends.

Notes
• Auto white balance cannot be performed in Cine EI
mode.
• If the adjustment is not successful, an error message is
displayed on the screen for about three seconds. If the
error message persists after repeated attempts to set
white balance, contact your Sony service
representative.

For CH3/CH4, set Audio Input >CH3 Level
Control and CH4 Level Control in the Audio
menu to “Manual,” and then set the audio
recording level in CH3 Input Level and CH4
Input Level (page 76).

Select the input audio source.
Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/
MIC+48V) switches to the devices
connected to the INPUT1/INPUT2
connectors, respectively.
Connected device

Notes

Switch position

External audio source (e.g. LINE
mixer)
Dynamic microphone,
MIC
battery-operated
microphone
+48 V phantom power
MIC+48V
feed microphone

• The Audio Input Level settings may be
disabled, depending on the combination of
settings in the Audio menu. For details, see the
diagram on page 130.
• If either Audio Input >CH1 Input Select or CH2
Input Select in the Audio menu is set to
“Internal MIC,” CH2 is switched to automatic/
manual in conjunction with the CH1 LEVEL
CONTROL switch. Also, the CH2 audio
recording level is set in conjunction with the
CH1 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 76).
• The camcorder supports combinations of
various settings. For details, see the diagram on
page 130.

• Selecting “MIC+48V” and connecting a
microphone that is not compatible with a
+48V source may damage the connected
device. Check the setting before
connecting the device.
• If noise is a concern on connectors with
no device connected, set the
corresponding INPUT1/INPUT2 (LINE/
MIC/MIC+48V) switches to “LINE.”

Specifying Time Data
Setting the timecode
Set the timecode to record using Timecode
(page 85) in the TC/UB menu.

Adjusting the audio recording level
automatically

Displaying time data

Set the CH1/CH2 LEVEL CONTROL switches
for the channels to adjust automatically to
“AUTO.”
For CH3/CH4, set Audio Input >CH3 Level
Control and CH4 Level Control in the Audio
menu to “Auto” (page 76).

Press the DISPLAY button to display time data
on the screen (page 14).
Set the timecode to display using TC Display
(page 85) >Display Select in the TC/UB menu.
Pressing an assignable button (page 46) with
DURATION/TC/U-BIT assigned will switch the
display between the timecode, user bits, and
duration in sequence.

Adjusting the audio recording level
manually
Use the following procedure to adjust the audio
recording level for CH1/CH2.

Set the CH1/CH2 LEVEL CONTROL
switches for the channels to adjust
manually to “MAN.”

During shooting or standby, turn the
INPUT LEVEL (CH1)/(CH2) dials of
the corresponding channels to adjust
the audio level.
You can also adjust the recording level using
the assignable dial (page 46), if assigned
with the Audio Input Level function, or from
the setup menu.

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Useful Functions
Assignable Buttons/Dials
There are six assignable buttons (page 9,
page 11) on the camcorder to which you can
assign functions.
You can also assign functions to the IRIS dial
(page 9) on the camcorder and the assignable dial
(page 11) on the grip remote control.

Changing the button function
Use Assignable Button (page 94) in the System
menu.
You can view the assigned functions on the
Assignable Button Status screen (page 16).

Changing the dial function
Use Assignable Dial (page 96) in the System
menu.
You can view the assigned functions on the
Assignable Button Status screen (page 16).
IRIS is assigned by factory default.

Functions assigned to each assignable button by
factory default
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Button 4
Button 5
Button 6

ATW Hold
SteadyShot
Color Bars
User Menu
Rec Lamp
S&Q Motion
Picture Cache Rec
Rec Review
Thumbnail
Shot Mark1
Shot Mark2
Clip Flag OK
Clip Flag NG
Clip Flag Keep
High/Low Key

S&Q Motion
IRIS
User Menu
Focus Magnifier x4/x8
User Menu
Off

Assignable functions
• Off
• IRIS
• ISO/GAIN/EI
• Focus
• Audio Input Level

Assignable functions
• Off
• Marker
• Zebra
• Peaking
• Video Signal Monitor
• DURATION/TC/U-BIT
• Focus Magnifier x4/x8
• Focus Magnifier x4
• Focus Magnifier x8
• Push AF/Focus Hold
• Focus Area
• Focus Area (Push AF)
• VF Mode
• IRIS
• AGC
• SHUTTER
• Auto Exposure Level
• Push Auto Iris
• Push AGC
• Spotlight
• Backlight
• ATW
46

NTSC Area

Slow & Quick Motion

Format Resolution Frame
rate

When the video format (page 92) is set to one of
the following values, you can specify a different
value for the recording frame rate and playback
frame rate.

XAVC-I 2160

1080

NTSC Area
XAVC-I
4096×2160 59.94P, 4096×2160 29.97P,
4096×2160 24.00P, 4096×2160 23.98P,
3840×2160 59.94P, 3840×2160 29.97P,
3840×2160 23.98P,1920×1080
59.94P,1920×1080 29.97P, 1920×1080
23.98P
XAVC-L
3840×2160 59.94P, 3840×2160 29.97P,
3840×2160 23.98P, 1920×1080 59.94P 50,
1920×1080 59.94P 35, 1920×1080 29.97P
50, 1920×1080 29.97P 35, 1920×1080
23.98P 50, 1920×1080 23.98P 35

XAVC-L 2160
1080

High frame
rate

1 to 60 fps Not supported
(59.94P, 29.97P, 24.00P,
23.98P)
1 to 60 fps 72/75/80/90/96/
100/110/120/
125/135/144/
150/160/168/
175/180 fps
(59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P)
1 to 60 fps Not supported
(59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P)
1 to 60 fps 72/75/80/90/96/
100/110/120 fps
(59.94P 50, 59.94P 35,
29.97P 50, 29.97P 35,
23.98P 50, 23.98P 35)

PAL Area
Format Resolution Frame
rate

PAL Area
XAVC-I
4096×2160 50P, 4096×2160 25P,
3840×2160 50P, 3840×2160 25P,
1920×1080 50P, 1920×1080 25P
XAVC-L
3840×2160 50P, 3840×2160 25P,
1920×1080 50P 50, 1920×1080 50P 35,
1920×1080 25P 50, 1920×1080 25P 35
You can set the frame rate for recording by
pressing and holding an assignable button to
which S&Q Motion has been assigned.

XAVC-I 2160
1080

XAVC-L 2160
1080

Notes
• Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set during recording,
playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.
• Audio recording is not supported in Slow & Quick
Motion mode.
• The auto focus function is disabled in Slow & Quick
Motion mode.
• The following conditions apply when shooting at
frame rates higher than 60 fps.
- The focus assist indicator, depth of field indicator,
focus position indicator, iris position indicator, and
zoom position indicator are all turned off.

High frame
rate

1 to 60 fps Not supported
(59P, 25P)
1 to 60 fps 72/75/80/90/96/
100/110/120/
125/135/144/
150 fps
(59P, 25P)
1 to 60 fps Not supported
(59P, 25P)
1 to 60 fps 72/75/80/90/96/
100/110/120 fps
(50P 50, 50P 35, 25P 50, 25P
35)

Recording Video Intermittently
(Interval Rec)
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 92).
XAVC-I
XAVC-L*
MPEG HD 422*

* 59.94i and 50i are not supported.

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.

Interval time

To shoot using Interval Rec
Press the record button to start recording. “Int
zRec” and “Int / zStby” appears
alternately in the viewfinder.
If you are using the pre-lighting function, the
video light turns on before recording starts.

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

Number of frames in one take

To exit Interval Rec mode
Do one of the following.
• Set the POWER switch to Off.
• In recording standby mode, set Interval Rec
>Setting in the Recording menu to Off.
Also, Interval Rec mode is automatically released
when the camcorder is restarted.

When Interval Rec is enabled, the HVL-LBPC
(option) video light automatically turns on before
recording starts, which allows you to record
pictures under stable light and color temperature
conditions (pre-lighting function).

Interval Rec settings and shooting

Limitations during recording
• Audio is not recorded.
• Reviewing the recording (Rec Review) is not
possible.
• Genlock is not applied.

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, Interval Rec is automatically
released.
• Interval Rec mode is automatically released after
changing system settings, such as the video format.
• Interval Rec settings cannot be changed during
recording or playback, or when the thumbnail screen is
displayed.

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 from the AC
adaptor, 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.

To set Interval Rec
Set Interval Rec (page 86) >Setting in the
Recording menu to On, and set Number of
Frames and Interval Time.
If using the HVL-LBPC video light (option), set
the time interval for turning on the video light
before recording starts in Pre-Lighting in the
Interval Rec menu, as required.
Notes
• If you want to turn the video light on before the start of
recording, set the video light switch to AUTO. The
video light turns on and off automatically according to
the setting of Video Light Set (page 69) in the Camera
menu.
• If you turn the video light switch on, the video light is
always lit (video light does not turn on/off
automatically).
• If the video light is configured so that it would turn off
for a duration of 5 seconds or less, the video light does
not turn off.

Picture cache recording

Picture Cache Recording (Picture
Cache Rec)

When you press the record button, recording
starts and video is written to XQD memory cards
starting from the video stored in the cache
memory.

The picture cache recording function allows you
to capture video retroactively when you start
recording and then record it to XQD memory
cards by maintaining an internal cache memory of
a specified duration when shooting. The picture
cache recording time is set using Picture Cache
Rec >Cache Rec Time (page 86) in the Recording
menu.

To cancel Picture Cache Rec
Turn off Picture Cache Rec >Setting in the
Recording menu or press an assignable button
assigned with the Picture Cache Rec function.
Notes
• Changing the recording format clears the video in
cache memory stored up to that point, and starts
caching new video. Consequently, picture cache
recording of pictures before changing format is not
possible, even if you start recording immediately after
changing format.
• If Picture Cache Rec is turned on/off immediately after
inserting an XQD memory card, cache data may not be
recorded on the card.
• Video is stored in cache memory when the cache
recording function is turned on. Video prior to the
function being turned on is not cached.
• Video is not stored in cache memory while an XQD
memory card is being accessed, such as during
playback, Rec Review, or thumbnail screen display.
Picture cache recording of video during that interval is
not possible.
• You can change the cache recording time setting using
the menu while recording is in progress, but the new
value does not come into effect until after recording
ends.

Supported recording formats
Recording Resolution
format

Cache time [sec.]

RAW

4096×2160
2048×1080

Not supported

XAVC *1

4096×2160
3840×2160

0 to 2

1920×1080

0 to 2/2 to 4/4 to 6/6
to 8

MPEG-2

1920×1080

0 to 2/2 to 4/4 to 6/6
to 8/ 8 to 10/13 to 15

ProRes422

1920×1080

Not supported

*1: XAVC-I 59.94P and 50P are not supported.

Notes
• Picture Cache Rec cannot be on at the same time as
Interval Rec or Slow & Quick Motion. When Picture
Cache Rec is turned on, these other recording modes
are forcibly turned off.
• Picture Cache Rec mode cannot be selected while
recording or Rec Review is in progress.
• When Picture Cache Rec is on, the timecode is
recorded in Free Run mode regardless of the setting in
the TC/UB menu (page 85).
• The Output Format setting may not be configurable in
Picture Cache Rec mode. If this occurs, temporarily set
Picture Cache Rec to Off, and then change the setting.

Reviewing a Recording (Rec
Review)
You can check the video of the most recently
recorded clip on the screen.

When recording is stopped, press the
assignable button (page 46) with Rec
Review assigned.

Configuring before shooting

The clip is played to the end, Rec Review ends,
and the camcorder returns to STBY (standby)
mode.
Press and hold the button to start playback in the
reverse direction. When the button is released, the
clip is played to the end.

Configure Picture Cache Rec (page 86) in the
Recording menu before shooting.
You can also assign the Picture Cache Rec
function to an assignable button (page 46) and
switch Picture Cache Rec >Setting on/off using
the button.
When configured, the z (green) indicator
appears in the viewfinder (page 13).

To stop Rec Review
Press the assignable button with Rec Review
assigned.

B/T
The image is flipped vertically.
The information display is flipped vertically and
horizontally.

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

Self Portrait Mode
You can flip the image in the viewfinder
(page 11) vertically or horizontally/vertically
using the MIRROR switch.
This allows you to turn the viewfinder 180°
toward the lens.

ROT
The image is flipped vertically and horizontally.
The information display is also flipped vertically
and horizontally.

OFF
The image is not inverted.

The video signal monitor of the camcorder
measures the video signal in the video output
stage. Accordingly, if the output video is edge
cropped with respect to the recorded video, the
cropped signal component will not be measured.
When this occurs, “EC” is displayed at the top left
of the video signal monitor.
When the video output is set to 2K or lower in
Cine EI mode, you can measure the video signal
from either the SDI1 system or SDI2 system
using Video Signal Monitor >Source (page 84) in
the VF menu. The monitor LUT setting (page 79)
of the specified SDI system is displayed at the top
right of the video signal monitor.

Note
The B/T and ROT view are displayed in the viewfinder
only. The output video and recorded video remain
unaffected.

Notes

Displaying Peaking

• When Display On/Off >Setting (page 83) is set to Off
in the VF menu, the video signal monitor is not
displayed.
• When the specified SDI system monitor LUT setting is
set to Off, the Color Space setting (page 92) is
displayed at the top right of the video signal monitor.

You can turn peaking on/off by pressing the
PEAKING button on the viewfinder (page 11).
You can turn peaking on/off and set the peaking
type and peaking frequency using Peaking
(page 81) in the VF menu.

Obtaining Location Information
(GPS)

Displaying Zebra

Set GPS to “On” in the System menu.

You can turn zebra pattern display on/off by
pressing the ZEBRA button on the viewfinder
(page 11).
You can turn zebra pattern display on/off, and set
the zebra pattern type and display level using
Zebra (page 81) in the VF menu.

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

Note

• The GPS setting in the System menu cannot be set to
“On” when the handle is not attached, as the GPS
receiver is built into the handle.
• The icon displayed varies, depending on the signal
reception from the GPS satellites.

The camcorder measures the image in the viewfinder. In
Cine EI mode, adjust the display level and other
parameters in accordance with the viewfinder monitor
LUT (page 79) setting.

Video Signal Monitor
You can set the type of video signal to display on
the viewfinder screen to waveform, vectorscope,
or histogram using Video Signal Monitor
>Setting (page 84) in the VF menu.

Positioning Display
status

GPS reception state

Off

GPS is set to “Off” or an
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 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.

Positioning
not available

Searching for
satellites

Positioning

No display

• Functions that cannot be configured
- Gain
- Paint menu settings
- Scene File
- Lens File

Functions available in Cine EI mode only
•
•
•
•

Exposure Index
Monitor LUT
High/Low Key
RAW video recording

Recording RAW Video
You can record RAW video to an AXS-R5
(option) by converting the signal output from the
RAW OUT connector of an XDCA-FS7 (option)
attached to the camcorder using an HXR-IFR5
(option) (page 34).

• GPS is set to “On” by factory default. Location and
time information of video shot when positioning is
enabled is recorded by 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.

Set up the external RAW recorder unit
(page 34).

Set Base Setting >Shooting Mode in the
System menu to Cine EI.

Set Codec >Select in the System menu to
RAW.
Selecting RAW & XAVC-I will
simultaneously record RAW video to the
external RAW recorder and HD video to the
XQD memory cards in the camcorder.

Set the resolution using Imager Scan
Mode in the System menu.
When set to Normal, the RAW resolution is
4096×2160.

Shooting in Cine EI Mode
This mode mimics the way a film camera works,
and assumes “developing” occurs in postproduction.

Cine EI mode constraints
• Functions that cannot be adjusted automatically
(tracking)
- White balance
- Gain
- Shutter
- Iris
- Auto Exposure

Set the frame rate in Rec Format
>RAW Output Format in the System
menu.

Check that the external recorder is
turned on, then press the record button
on the camcorder.

The supported RAW output formats are shown
below.

NTSC Area
Codec >Select
setting

RAW output formats

RAW / RAW &
XAVC-I / RAW
&XAVC-L / RAW
&MPEG HD422

4096×2160 59.94P
4096×2160 29.97P
4096×2160 23.98P
2048×1080 59.94P
2048×1080 29.97P
2048×1080 23.98P

Adding Audio Input Connectors
You can connect up to four channels of XLR
audio devices to the camcorder at the same time
by using an XLR-K2M XLR adaptor (not
supplied).
Attach the XLR adaptor to the MI shoe, and set
Audio Input >CH3 Input Select to “Shoe 1” and
CH4 Input Select to “Shoe 2” in the Audio menu.
Camcorder functions that overlap will be disabled
for channels on which the XLR adaptor is
selected as the input. Use the switches and dials
on the XLR adaptor to perform adjustments.

PAL Area
Codec >Select
setting

RAW output formats

RAW / RAW &
XAVC-I / RAW
&XAVC-L / RAW
&MPEG HD422

4096×2160 50P
4096×2160 25P
2048×1080 50P
2048×1080 25P

Notes
• If Audio Input >CH3 Level and CH4 Level in the
Audio menu are set to “Audio Input Level,” Audio
Input Level of the camcorder will be set to match the
level adjusted on the XLR adaptor. Audio Input Level
is also enabled when the XLR adaptor switch is set to
AUTO. When “Through” is specified, audio will be
recorded at the level adjusted with the XLR adaptor
(page 131).
• You can also assign to CH1 and CH2 by attaching an
XLR adaptor and setting Audio Input >CH1 Input
Select and CH2 Input Select in the Audio menu to
“Shoe 1” and “Shoe 2,” respectively. However, if input
from an XLR adaptor is assigned to both CH1 and
CH2, input from the INPUT1/INPUT2 connectors on
the camcorder can no longer be assigned to the
channels.

Recording status indicator
If Display On/Off (page 83) >HXR-IFR5 Rec
Control in the VF menu is set to “On,” the RAW
recording status is displayed in the viewfinder
using an icon.
Slow & Quick Motion Recording
If S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording menu is
set to “On,” RAW video is recorded in Slow &
Quick Motion mode.
RAW output Slow & Quick Motion is supported
only for 2K resolution at 120/240 fps (NTSC) and
100/200 fps (PAL).
Notes
• The RAW OUT connector of the camcorder only
controls recording by transmitting a Rec Control signal
to the external recorder, hence the camcorder may
indicate RAW video recording is in progress when the
external recorder is not actually recording. Check the
indicator on the external recorder to obtain the correct
operating status.
• When recording is started on an external recorder,
without using the record button on the camcorder, clips
may not be recorded properly.

Attaching the IFU-WLM3

Connecting Devices
using Wireless LAN

Plug the IFU-WML3 into the USB wireless LAN
module connector (page 7).
After attaching the unit, set Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi
(page 97) in the System menu to “Enable” to
enable wireless LAN.

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 a
CBK-WA100 Wireless Adaptor (option).

Note
Attach/remove the IFU-WLM3 while the camcorder is
turned off.

Note

Attaching the CBK-WA100

USB wireless modules other than the IFU-WLM3 are not
supported.

Note

The following are supported from devices
connected by wireless LAN.
• Remote control
Enables remote control of the camcorder.
• Video monitoring (CBK-WA100 only)
Enables monitoring of the video from the
camcorder.
CBK-WA100 (option) and the Content
Browser Mobile application are required.

Attach/remove the CBK-WA100 while the camcorder is
turned off.

For details about the Content Browser Mobile
application, contact your Sony sales or service
representative.

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

Browser

Smartphone

Android 5.1
iOS 9
Android 5.1
iOS 9
Microsoft Windows 7/
Microsoft Windows 8.1/
Microsoft Windows 10
Mac OS 10.10/10.11

Chrome
Safari
Chrome
Safari
Chrome

Tablet
Computer

Safari

Attach the CBK-WA100 to the
mounting bracket, and tighten the two
screws.

Attach the CBK-WA100 mounting
bracket on the camcorder, and tighten
the screws.

When connection is completed, the
wireless LAN must be enabled by
setting Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi (page 97) in the
System menu to Enable.

Note
The SDI OUT output setting must be configured to use
the CBK-WA100 with the camcorder. However, the
camcorder cannot output a signal compatible with the
CBK-WA100 when using XAVC-I 24.0P or ProRes
23.98P (page 79).

About the CBK-WA100
The CBK-WA100 has functions for recording
low-resolution proxy files on an SD card, and for
transferring the files to a server via a wireless
LAN. For details, refer to the operation manual
for the CBK-WA100.

One-touch Connection of NFCenabled Devices (Using IFUWLM3 Only)

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

Connect the CBK-WA100 USB cable to
the USB wireless LAN module
connector (1), and the SDI cable to the
SDI OUT connector (2).

Attach an IFU-WLM3 to the camcorder
(page 54), and set Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi
(page 97) in the System menu to
“Enable” to enable wireless LAN.
appears on the screen.

Open “Settings” on the device, select
“More,” and place a check mark in the
NFC checkbox.
The various settings will vary depending on
the device. For details, refer to the instruction
manual for the device.

Turn the CBK-WA100 on, and then
turn the camcorder on.

Touch the camcorder using the device.

Displaying the Wi-Fi
Remote Control

The device connects to the camcorder,
launches a web browser, and displays the
Wi-Fi remote control. Authentication is
required the first time that the device
connects.

The Wi-Fi Remote screen is automatically
resized to match the screen size of the connected
device.

Connect the camcorder and device
using a Wireless LAN connection
(page 55).

Launch a browser on the device and
enter “http://IP address of camcorder
(Wi-Fi >IP Address in System menu)/
rm.html” in the URL bar.
For example, if the IP address is 192.168.1.1,
enter “http://192.168.1.1/rm.html” in the
URL bar.

Notes
• Disable sleep mode and screen lock beforehand.
• Touch and hold the device still until the “Content
Browser Mobile” application launches (1 to
2 seconds).

Enter the user name and password
(Basic Authentication >User Name and
Password in the System menu).
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 record button operation
by sliding the Lock knob to the right.

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.

Thumbnail Screen

Thumbnail Screen
The thumbnail screen appears if you press the THUMBNAIL button (page 9). The thumbnail screen
displays the clips stored on XQD memory cards as thumbnails (index pictures).
You can select a clip on the thumbnail screen and start playback of that clip. The playback image can be
displayed in the viewfinder and on an external monitor.
Pressing the THUMBNAIL button again closes the thumbnail screen and returns to the camera image.
Notes
• Only the clips recorded in the currently selected recording format are displayed on the thumbnail screen. If an expected
recorded clip is not displayed, check the recording format. Take special note of this fact before formatting (initializing)
media.
• When Codec >Select in the System menu is set to one of the following, recording cannot be started during playback or
when the thumbnail screen is displayed.
RAW & XAVC-I, RAW & XAVC-L, RAW & MPEG HD422

Screen Layout
Information for the clip at the cursor position is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Currently selected XQD memory card indicator
(A lock icon is displayed if the card is protected.)
Clip number/Total number of clips

Cursor
(yellow)

1. Thumbnail (index picture)

2. Clip name

Displays the index picture of a clip. When a clip
is recorded, its first frame is automatically set as
the index picture.
Clip/frame information is displayed below the
thumbnail. You change the information
displayed using Customize View (page 88)
>Thumbnail Caption in the Thumbnail menu.

Displays the name of the selected clip.

3. Recording video format
Displays the file format of the selected clip.

4. Special recording information
Displays the recording mode only if the clip was
recorded using a special recording mode.
For Slow & Quick Motion clips, the frame rate
is displayed on the right.

Playing Clips
Playing Recorded Clips

5. Clip duration
6. Creation date

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

Insert an XQD memory card for
playback.

Press the THUMBNAIL button.

Turn the SEL/SET dial (page 9) to move
the cursor to the thumbnail for the clip
you want to play.

Press the SEL/SET dial.
Playback begins from the start of the selected
clip.

You can control playback by pressing the
following buttons.
SEL/SET dial:
Pauses playback.
Press again to return to normal playback.
Press left/right buttons:
Jumps to start of clip/start of next clip.
Press and hold left/right buttons:
Fast reverse/forward.
Returns to normal playback when you release
the button.
CANCEL/BACK button:
Stops playback, and returns to recording
standby mode.
Notes
• There may be momentary picture breakup or still
image display at the boundary between clips. You
cannot operate the camcorder during this period.
• When you select a clip in the thumbnail screen and
begin playback, there may be momentary picture
breakup at the start of the clip. To view the start of the
clip without breakup, put the camcorder into playback
mode, pause, then use the left button of the SEL/SET
dial to return to the start of the clip, and start playback
again.
• You can also control playback using the supplied
remote control.

Displaying the filtered clip thumbnail
screen

Clip Operations

Select Filter Clips (page 88) in the Thumbnail
menu and select a clip flag type to display only
those clips that have the specified flag.
To display all the clips, select Thumbnail View
>Essence Mark Thumbnail in the Thumbnail
menu to All.

On the thumbnail screen, you can operate the
clips or check clip properties using the thumbnail
menu.
The thumbnail menu (page 88) appears when you
press the MENU button and select a thumbnail.

Deleting clips

Thumbnail Menu Operations

You can delete clips from XQD memory cards.
Select Delete Clip >Select Clip or All Clips in the
Thumbnail menu.
Select Clip:
Deletes the selected clip. Multiple clip
selection is supported.
All Clips:
Deletes all of the displayed clips.

Turn the SEL/SET dial (page 9) to select a
function, then press the SEL/SET dial.
Press the CANCEL/BACK button (page 9) to
return to the previous screen.
Note
Some items cannot be selected, depending on the state
when the menu was displayed.

Changing the information displayed on
the thumbnail screen

Thumbnail Menu Items

You can change the clip/frame information
displayed below the thumbnail.
Select Customize View >Thumbnail Caption in
the Thumbnail menu and select the information to
display.
Date Time:
Displays the date and time the clip was
created and last modified.
Time Code:
Displays the timecode.
Duration:
Displays the duration of the clip.
Sequential Number:
Displays a sequential number on each
thumbnail.

Display Clip Properties
Set Index Picture
Thumbnail View
Set Shot Mark
Set Clip Flag
Lock/Unlock Clip
Delete Clip
Filter Clips
Customize View
For details about clip operation menus, see
“Thumbnail Menu” (page 88).

Displaying clip properties
Select Display Clip Properties (page 88) in the
Thumbnail menu to display the clip properties
screen.

Displaying the essence mark thumbnail
screen
Select Thumbnail View (page 88) >Essence
Mark Thumbnail in the Thumbnail menu and
select the essence mark type to display a
thumbnail view of the frames that have the
specified essence mark.

Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy
Press the MENU button to display the setup menu
in the viewfinder to specify various items for
shooting, recording, and playback (menu can also
be displayed on an external monitor). The setup
menu comprises the following menus.
User menu:
Contains menu items configured by the user
using Edit User Menu.
Edit User menu:
Contains menu items for editing the User
menu.
Camera menu:
Contains settings related to shooting.
Paint menu:
Contains settings related to image quality.
Audio menu:
Contains settings related to audio.
Video menu:
Contains settings related to video output.
VF menu:
Contains settings to the viewfinder display.
TC/UB menu:
Contains settings related to timecode and
user bits.
Recording menu:
Contains settings related to recording.
Thumbnail menu:
Contains settings related to thumbnail
display.
Media menu:
Contains settings related to media.
File menu:
Contains settings related to files.
System menu:
Contains settings related to the system.

Setup Menu Organization
User
(Factory settings)

Edit User
Camera

Paint

Audio

Country
Base Setting
Rec Format
Codec
S&Q Motion
Picture Cache Rec
Simul Rec
Output Format
Monitor LUT
Clip
VF Setting
Assignable Button
Assignable Dial
Format Media
Edit User Menu
Add Item
Customize Reset
ISO/Gain/EI
Auto Exposure
Focus
Shutter
Color Bars
Noise Suppression
Flicker Reduce
SteadyShot
Handle Zoom
Auto Black Balance
AF Micro Adjustment
Video Light Set
White
Offset White
Black
Gamma
Black Gamma
Knee
White Clip
Detail(HD Mode)
Skin Detail
Aperture
Matrix
Multi Matrix
Maintenance
Audio Input
Audio Output

Video

TC/UB

Recording

Thumbnail

Media

File

System

Output On/Off
Output Format
Output Setting
Monitor LUT
Output Display
VF Setting
Peaking
Zebra
Marker
Display On/Off
Video Signal Monitor
Timecode
TC Display
Users Bit
HDMI TC Out
S&Q Motion
Interval Rec
Picture Cache Rec
Simul Rec
SDI/HDMI Rec Control
Display Clip Properties
Set Index Picture
Thumbnail View
Set Shot Mark
Set Clip Flag
Lock/Unlock Clip
Delete Clip
Filter Clips
Customize View
Update Media
Format Media
Clip
All File
Scene File
User Menu Item
User Gamma
Monitor LUT
Monitor 3D LUT
Lens File

Base Setting
Codec
Rec Format
Genlock
Assignable Button
Assignable Dial
Rec Lamp
Fan Control
HOLD Switch Setting
Lens
Language
Clock Set
Country
Hours Meter
Basic Authentication
Wi-Fi
GPS
IR Remote
Camera Battery Alarm
Camera DC IN Alarm
Ext. Unit Battery Alarm
Ext. Unit DC IN Alarm
All Reset
APR
Camera Config
Version

Entering a character string

Setup Menu Operations

When you select an item, such as a file name,
which requires character entry, the character
entry screen appears.

Press the MENU button to display the setup menu
in the viewfinder to specify various items for
shooting, recording, and playback (menu can also
be displayed on an external monitor).

Menu controls
MENU button (page 9)
Turns menu mode for setup menu operations on/
off.
Left button/Right button (page 9)
SEL/SET dial (page 9)
Press the left/right button to move the cursor left/
right to select menu items or settings.
Turn the SEL/SET dial to move the cursor up/
down to select menu items or settings.
Press the SEL/SET dial to apply the selected item.

Turn the SEL/SET dial to select a
character type, the press the dial.
ABC: Uppercase alphabetic characters
abc: Lowercase alphabetic characters
123: Numeric characters
!#$: Special characters

CANCEL/BACK button (page 9)
Cancels a setting before it is applied, and moves
one level up in the menu hierarchy.

Note
The setup menu cannot be operated when in focus
magnifier mode (page 40).

Select a character from the selected
character type, then press the dial.
The cursor moves to the next field.
Space: Enters a space character at the cursor
position.
T/t: Moves the position of the cursor.
BS: Deletes the character on the left of the
cursor (backspace).

Setting menu items
Turn the SEL/SET dial to move the cursor to the
menu item to set, then press the SET/SEL dial to
select the item.
• The menu item selection area displays up to
eight lines. If the available options for an item
cannot be displayed at the same time, scroll the
display by moving the cursor up/down.
• If an item has a large range of available options
(for example, –99 to +99), the selection area is
not displayed. The current setting is highlighted
to indicate that the value can be changed.
• Selecting [Execute] for a function will execute
the corresponding function.
• Selecting an item that requires confirmation
before execution will temporarily hide the menu
and display a confirmation message. Check the
message, and then select whether to execute or
cancel the function.

When finished, select [Done] and press
the dial.
The character string is confirmed and the
character entry screen disappears.

Setup Menu List
This section describes the function and settings of the items in each menu.
Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB).

User Menu
User
Item

Sub-item setting

Country

See Country in the System menu.

Description

Region settings

Base Setting
Base settings

Rec Format

See Base Setting in the System
menu.

Recording format settings

See Rec Format in the System
menu.

Codec

See Codec in the System menu.

Codec settings

S&Q Motion
Slow & Quick Motion mode
settings

Picture Cache Rec
Picture cache recording mode
settings

Simul Rec
Simultaneous recording settings

Output Format
Output format settings

Monitor LUT

See S&Q Motion in the Recording
menu.
See Picture Cache Rec in the
Recording menu.
See Simul Rec in the Recording
menu.
See Output Format in the Video
menu.

Monitor LUT settings

See Monitor LUT in the Video
menu.

Clip

See Clip in the Media menu.

Settings related to clip names

VF Setting

See VF Setting in the VF menu.

Viewfinder settings

Assignable Button

See Assignable Button in the
Settings for assigning functions to System menu.
assignable buttons

Assignable Dial

See Assignable Dial in the System
Settings for assigning functions to menu.
assignable dials

Format Media

See Format Media in the Media
Format (initializes) memory cards menu.

Edit User Menu

Edits the items in the User menu.
When “Edit User Menu” is selected, the Edit
User menu moves to the top level, and the
menu items are displayed.

Edit the User menu items

Edit User Menu
The Edit User menu is displayed at the top level when “Edit User Menu” is selected in the User menu.
Edit User
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Add Item

Adds a menu item to the User menu.

Add an item to the User menu

Customize Reset

Restores the menu items registered in the User
menu to the factory default.

Reset the items in the User menu
Menu item selected during editing Delete

Deletes the registered menu item from the User
menu.

Move

Rearranges the registered menu items within
the User menu.

Edit Sub Item

Deletes the registered menu sub-item in the
User menu.

Camera Menu
Camera
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

ISO/Gain/EI

Mode
ISO/dB

Selects the gain setting mode.

ISO/Gain
When Mode is set to ISO and
dynamic range is 460%:
ISO 800 / ISO 1000 /
ISO 1250 / ISO 1600 /
ISO 2000 / ISO 2500 /
ISO 3200/ ISO 4000 /
ISO 5000/ ISO 6400
When Mode is set to ISO and
dynamic range is 800%:
ISO 1600 / ISO 2000 /
ISO 2500 / ISO 3200 /
ISO 4000 / ISO 5000 /
ISO 6400 / ISO 8000 /
ISO 10000 / ISO 12500

Sets the gain preset value.
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 1300%
(Gamma Category is set to S-Log2 or S-Log3):
ISO 2000 / ISO 2500 / ISO 3200 /
ISO 4000 / ISO 5000 / ISO 6400 /
ISO 8000 / ISO 10000 / ISO 12500 /
ISO 16000
When Mode is set to dB:
–3dB / 0dB / 3dB / 6dB /
9dB / 12dB / 18dB

Gain settings

The dynamic range is determined by the gamma.

Gamma

Dynamic range

STD / HG1 / HG2 / HG3 / HG4

460%

HG7 / HG8 / User

800%

S-Log2 / S-Log3

1300%

Camera
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

ISO/Gain
(Same settings as ISO/
Gain)

Sets the gain preset value.
The default values are given below.
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 460%:
ISO1600
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 800%:
ISO3200
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 1300%
(Gamma Category is set to S-Log2 or S-Log3):
ISO4000
When Mode is set to dB:
6dB

ISO/Gain
(Same settings as ISO/
Gain)

Sets the gain preset value.
The default values are given below.
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 460%:
ISO800
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 800%:
ISO1600
When Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 1300%
(Gamma Category is set to S-Log2 or S-Log3):
ISO2000
When Mode is set to dB:
0dB

Exposure Index
500EI / 4.0E
640EI / 4.3E
800EI / 4.7E
1000EI / 5.0E
1250EI / 5.3E
1600EI / 5.7E
2000EI / 6.0E
2500EI / 6.3E
3200EI / 6.7E
4000EI / 7.0E
5000EI / 7.3E
6400EI / 7.7E
8000EI / 8.0E

Sets the exposure index value.
Available in Cine EI mode only.

Exposure Index
(Same settings as Exposure
Index)

Sets the exposure index value.
The default value is 1600EI / 5.7E

Exposure Index
(Same settings as Exposure
Index)

Sets the exposure index value.
The default value is 800EI / 4.7E

Shockless Gain
On / Off

Turns the shockless gain function on/off.

Camera
Item

Sub-item setting

Auto Exposure Level
Automatic
exposure
adjustment
settings

Focus
Focus settings

–2.0 / –1.75 / –1.5 / –1.25 /
–1.0 / –0.75 / –0.5 / –0.25 / 0 /
+0.25 / +0.5 / +0.75 / +1.0 /
+1.25 / +1.5 / +1.75 / +2.0

Description
Sets the brightness level for the automatically detected
exposure.

Mode
Backlight / Standard /
Spotlight

Sets the control mode.
Backlight:
Backlight mode (mode for reduced darkening of a subject
when the subject is backlit)
Standard:
Standard mode
Spotlight:
Spotlight mode (mode for reduced clipped whites when
subject is lit by spotlighting)

Speed
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the adjustment speed.

AGC
On / Off

Turns the AGC (auto gain control) function on/off.

AGC Limit
When ISO/Gain/EI Mode is set to
dB:
3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB /
15dB / 18dB
When ISO/Gain/EI Mode is set to
ISO and dynamic range is 460%:
ISO1000 / ISO1600 / ISO2000 /
ISO3200 / ISO4000 / ISO6400

Sets the maximum gain of the AGC function.
When ISO/Gain/EI Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is
800%:
ISO2000 / ISO3200 / ISO4000 / ISO6400 / ISO8000 /
ISO12500
When ISO/Gain/EI Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is
1300%:
ISO2500 / ISO4000 / ISO5000 / ISO8000 / ISO10000 /
ISO16000

Auto Shutter
On / Off

Turns the auto shutter control function on/off.

A.SHT Limit
1/100 / 1/150 / 1/200 / 1/250 /
1/2000

Sets the fastest shutter speed of the auto shutter function.

Clip High light
On / Off

Turns the function that ignores brightest areas to provide a
flatter reaction to high luminance on/off.

Detect Window
1/2/3/4/5/6

Sets the light meter range for automatically adjusting the
exposure according to the brightness of the subject. (Not
available when adjusting exposure manually)

Detect Window Indication
On / Off

Turns the Detect Window function on/off.

Focus Area
Wide / Center / Flexible

Sets the target area for auto focus (page 40).
Wide:
Searches for a subject over a wide angle of the image when
focusing.
Center:
Focuses on a subject in the center of the image.
Flexible Spot:
Focuses on a specified position in the image.

Camera
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Focus Area (Push AF)
Center / Flexible

Sets the target area for push auto focus (page 40).
Center:
Focuses on a subject in the center of the image.
Flexible Spot:
Focuses on a specified position in the image.

Note
On the LA-EA2/4 (option), the position cannot be set.

Shutter
Electronic shutter
operating
condition settings

AF Assist
On / Off

When set to On, allows you to temporarily override auto focus
and set focus manually.

Mode
Speed / Angle / ECS / Off

Selects the operating mode of the electronic shutter.
Speed/Angle (standard mode):
Used for shooting fast-moving subjects clearly. Selects the
mode for setting the shutter speed in seconds (Speed) or as
a shutter angle (Angle).
ECS (Extended Clear Scan):
Used for shooting without scrolling horizontal bars
appearing on the monitor screen.

Shutter Speed
1/3 to 1/9000

Sets the shutter speed when Mode is set to Speed. The
available settings vary depending on the frame frequency of
the selected video format.
59.94P/59.94i:
1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250,
1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000,
1/4000, 1/6000, 1/9000
50P/50i:
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215,
1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500,
1/3500, 1/6000, 1/9000
29.97P:
1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250,
1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000,
1/4000, 1/6000, 1/9000
25P:
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215,
1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500,
1/3500, 1/6000, 1/9000
24P:
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/40, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100,
1/120, 1/144, 1/192, 1/200, 1/288, 1/400, 1/576, 1/1200,
1/2400, 1/4800, 1/9000
23.98P:
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/40, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100,
1/120, 1/144, 1/192, 1/200, 1/288, 1/400, 1/576, 1/1200,
1/2400, 1/4800, 1/9000

Note
1/1 can be set when the S&Q recording frame rate is set to
1fps.
Shutter Angle
5.625° / 11.25° / 22.5° / 45° /
90° / 120° / 144° / 150° /
172.8° / 180° / 216° / 300°

Sets the shutter angle when Mode is set to Angle.

Camera
Item

Color Bars
Color bar settings

Sub-item setting

Description

ECS Frequency
23.99 to 8000

Sets the ECS frequency when Mode is set to ECS. The
available settings vary depending on the frame frequency of
the selected video format.
The default values are given below.
59.94P: 60.00
59.94i: 60.00
50P: 50.00
50i: 50.00
29.97P: 30.00
24P: 24.02
23.98P: 23.99
25P: 25.02

Setting
On / Off

Turns the color bars on/off.

Note
Cannot be set to On when configured to record RAW video.

Noise
Suppression

Type
ARIB / SMPTE / 75% / 100%

Selects the color bar type.

Setting
On / Off

Turns the noise suppression function on/off.
Default value is Off if Base Setting >Shooting Mode in the
System menu is set to Cine EI.

Noise suppression
settings
Level
Low / Mid / High

Sets the noise suppression level.

Flicker Reduce Mode

Sets the flicker correction mode.

Auto / On / Off
Flicker correction
settings
Frequency
50Hz / 60Hz

Sets the frequency of the power source supplying the lighting
that is causing the flicker.

SteadyShot

Turns the image stabilization function on/off.

Image stabilization
settings

Setting
Active SteadyShot /
SteadyShot / Off

Note
Enabled when a compatible lens is attached.

Handle Zoom
Handle zoom
settings

Zoom Speed Type
Fix / Variable / Off

Sets the mode of the zoom lever on the handle.

Note
Disabled when the handle is not attached.

Zoom Speed
1 to 8 (3)

Sets the speed of the handle zoom.
(Enabled when Zoom Speed Type is set to Fix)

Note
Disabled when the handle is not attached.

Auto Black
Balance
Auto black
balance settings

Auto Black Balance
Execute / Cancel

Runs the auto black balance function.

Notes
• Run the auto black balance function with the lens cap
attached.
• Cannot be run during recording or color bar display.
• Cannot be run when in Interval Rec mode or Slow & Quick
Motion mode.

Camera
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

AF Micro
Adjustment

Setting
On / Off

Turns the auto focus micro adjustment function on/off.

Focus position
micro adjustment
(Enabled when
LA-EA2/4
(option) is used)

Amount
–20 to 0 to +20

Sets the auto focus micro adjustment level.
Use the following procedure to adjust A-mount lenses.
1 Attach the lens you want to adjust using an LA-EA2/4
(option).
2 Set Setting to On, and adjust the Amount value.
Positive values move the focus behind the subject, and
negative values move the focus in front of the subject.
It is recommended that you check the result using one-push
AF, for example, while adjusting the focus.

Clear All
Execute / Cancel

Initializes the saved adjustment values.

Video Light Set
Power Link / Rec Link /
Rec Link + Stby

Sets the lighting control method for the video light attached to
the multi-interface shoe.
Power Link:
Turns the video light on/off when the camcorder is turned
on/off.
Rec Link:
Turns the video light on/off when the camcorder starts/
stops recording.
Rec Link + Stby:
Turns the video light on/off when the camcorder is
recording or in standby mode.

Video Light
Set
Video light
settings (when
using HVL-LBPC
(option))

Paint Menu
Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

White

Preset White
2100K to 10000K (3200K)

Sets the white balance preset value.

Color Temp
1500K to 50000K (3200K)

Displays the white balance color temperature saved in
memory A.

Color Temp. Balance
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance gain value saved in memory A (linked
to R gain and B gain).

R Gain
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance R gain value saved in memory A.

B Gain
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance B gain value saved in memory A.

Color Temp
1500K to 50000K (3200K)

Displays the white balance color temperature saved in
memory B.

Color Temp. Balance
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance gain values saved in memory B (linked
R gain and B gain).

R Gain
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance R gain value saved in memory B.

B Gain
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance B gain value saved in memory B.

Filter White Memory
On / Off

Turns the function that sets the white balance memory area for
each ND filter on/off.
On: Sets the white balance memory for each ND filter.
Off: Sets white balance memory common to all ND filters.

Shockless White
Off / 1 / 2 / 3

Sets the white balance response speed when switching white
balance mode.
Off: Switches instantaneously.
1 to 3: Switches more slowly the higher the number.

White Switch
Memory / ATW

Selects the white balance adjustment mode that is selected
when the WHT BAL switch is set to B.

ATW Speed
1/2/3/4/5

Sets the response speed in ATW mode.
1: Fastest response speed

White balance
settings

Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Offset White

Offset White
On / Off

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value
to the white balance in memory A.

Warm Cool
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the offset added to the white balance in memory A as a
color temperature when Offset White is set to “On.”

Warm Cool Balance
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a
satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm Cool .

Offset White
On / Off

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value
to the white balance in memory B.

Warm Cool
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the offset added to the white balance in memory B as a
color temperature when Offset White is set to “On.”

Warm Cool Balance
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a
satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm Cool .

Offset White
On / Off

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value
to the ATW white balance.

Warm Cool
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the offset added to the ATW white balance as a color
temperature when Offset White is set to “On.”

Warm Cool Balance
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a
satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm
Cool.

Setting
On / Off

Turns black correction on/off.

Master Black
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the master black level.

White balance
offset settings

Black
Black settings

Note
Fine adjustment is supported by turning the SEL/SET dial
slowly. In this case, the displayed value may not change.

R Black
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the R black level.

B Black
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the B black level.

Gamma

Setting
On / Off
Gamma correction
settings
Step Gamma
0.35 to 0.45 to 0.90

Turns the gamma correction function on/off.
Sets a gamma correction value in 0.05 steps.

Master Gamma
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the master gamma level.

R Gamma
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the R gamma level.

G Gamma
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the G gamma level.

B Gamma
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the B gamma level.

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

Selects use of standard gamma (STD), HyperGamma (HG),
user gamma (User), S-Log2, or S-Log3.

Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Selects the gamma table used for gamma correction.
Gamma Select
When Gamma Category is set to See the table below for details about hypergamma and
S-Log2/S-Log3.
STD:
STD1 DVW / STD2 x 4.5 /
18% gray
STD3 x 3.5 / STD4 240M /
Dynamic White
card video
STD5 R709 / STD6 x 5.0
Name
range
limit
output (20%
When Gamma Category is set to
HG:
video input)
HG1 3250G36 / HG2 4600G30
HG1 3250G36
325%
100%
36%
/ HG3 3259G40 / HG4
HG2 4600G30
460%
100%
30%
4609G33 / HG7 8009G40 /
HG3 3259G40
325%
109%
40%
HG8 8009G33
HG4 4609G33
460%
109%
33%
When Gamma Category is set to
HG7 8009G40
800%
109%
40%
User:
HG8 8009G33
800%
109%
33%
User 1 / User 2 / User 3 /
S-Log2
1300%
–
32%
User 4 / User 5
When Gamma Category is set to
S-Log3
1300%
–
41%
SLog2:
S-Log2
When Gamma Category is set to
SLog3:
S-Log3

Black Gamma Setting
On / Off

Turns the black gamma correction function on/off.
(Enabled when Gamma >Gamma Category is set to STD)

Note
The Black Gamma and Knee >Knee Saturation functions
cannot be used at the same time.

Knee

Range
Low / Mid / High

Selects the effective range of the black gamma correction.

Master Black Gamma
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the master black gamma level.

Setting
On / Off

Turns the knee correction function on/off.
(Enabled when Gamma >Gamma Category is set to STD)

Auto Knee
On / Off

Turns the auto knee correction function on/off.

Point
75% to 109% (90%)

Sets the knee point.

Slope
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the knee slope.

Knee Saturation
On / Off

Enables/disables knee saturation adjustment (adjusts coloring
above the knee point).

Note
The Black Gamma and Knee >Knee Saturation functions
cannot be used at the same time.
Knee Saturation Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the level for adjusting the coloring above the knee point
(knee saturation).

Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

White Clip

Setting
On / Off

Turns the white clip adjustment function on/off.

White clip
adjustment
settings

Detail
Detail adjustment
settings

Notes
• The setting is reset to On when the camcorder is turned off.
To set to Off permanently, set Level to 109%.
• Cannot be set when Gamma >Gamma Category is set to
S-Log2 or S-Log3.

Level
90.0% to 109.0%
The default setting varies
depending on the country of
purchase.
NTSC Area: 108.0%
PAL Area: 105.0%

Sets the white clip level.

Setting
On / Off

Turns the detail adjustment function on/off.

Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the detail level.

H/V Ratio
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the mix ratio between the H detail level and the V detail
level.

Crispening
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the crispening level.

Level Depend
On / Off

Turns the level dependence adjustment function on/off.

Level Depend Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the level dependence level.

Frequency
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the center frequency of the detail (detail thickness).
The detail is thinner the higher the center frequency, and
thicker the lower the center frequency.

Knee Aperture
On / Off

Turns the knee aperture correction function on/off.

Knee Aperture Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the knee aperture level.

Limit
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the detail limiter for both the white-side and black-side
directions.

White Limit
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white-side detail limiter.

Black Limit
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the black-side detail limiter.

V Black Limit
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the black-side V detail limiter.

V Detail Creation
NAM / Y / G / G+R

Sets the signal source for creating the V detail to NAM (G or
R, whichever is higher), Y, G, or G+R.

Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Skin Detail

Setting
On / Off

Turns the skin detail correction function on/off.

Skin detail
correction settings Area Detection
Execute / Cancel

Aperture
Aperture
correction settings

Detects the color used for skin detail correction.
Execute: Run detection

Area Indication
On / Off

Turns the function that displays zebra in areas of the color
used for skin detail correction on/off.

Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the skin detail level.

Saturation
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the saturation of the color targeted for skin detail
correction.

Hue
0 to 359

Sets the hue of the color targeted for skin detail correction.

Width
0 to 90 (40)

Sets the range for the hue of the color targeted for skin detail
correction.

Setting
On / Off

Enables/disables aperture correction (processing that
improves resolution by adding a high-frequency aperture
signal to the video signal to correct deterioration due to highfrequency characteristics).

Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the aperture correction level.

Paint
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Matrix

Setting
On / Off

Turns the matrix correction function on/off.

Adaptive Matrix
On / Off

Turns the adaptive matrix function on/off.

Preset Matrix
On / Off

Turns the preset matrix function on/off.

Preset Select
Standard
High Saturation
FL Light
Cinema
F55 709 Like

Selects a preset matrix.

User Matrix
On / Off

Turns the user matrix correction function on/off.

Level
–99 to +99 (±0)

Adjusts the color saturation of the entire image.

Phase
–99 to +99 (±0)

Adjusts the color tone (phase) of the entire image.

User Matrix R-G
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined R-G user matrix.

User Matrix R-B
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined R-B user matrix.

User Matrix G-R
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined G-R user matrix.

User Matrix G-B
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined G-B user matrix.

User Matrix B-R
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined B-R user matrix.

User Matrix B-G
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets a user-defined B-G user matrix.

Matrix correction
settings

Multi Matrix

Setting
On / Off
Multi matrix
correction settings Area Indication
On / Off
Color Detection
Execute / Cancel

Turns the multi matrix correction function on/off.
Turns the area indication function on/off.
Detects the color used for multi matrix correction.

Axis
Selects the axis.
B / B+ / MG– / MG / MG+ /
R / R+ / YL– / YL / YL+ / G– /
G / G+ / CY / CY+ / B–

Maintenance
Maintenance
settings

Hue
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the hue of the color used for multi matrix correction.

Saturation
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the saturation of the color used for multi matrix
correction.

Test Saw
On / Off

Turns the test signal on/off.

Audio Menu
Audio
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Audio Input

CH1 Input Select
INPUT1 / Internal MIC /
Shoe 1

Switches the input source for recording on channel 1.

CH2 Input Select
INPUT1 / INPUT2 /
Internal MIC / Shoe 2

Switches the input source for recording on channel 2.

CH3 Input Select
Off / Internal MIC / Shoe 1

Switches the input source for recording on channel 3.

CH4 Input Select
Off / Internal MIC / Shoe 2

Switches the input source for recording on channel 4.

INPUT1 MIC Reference
–60dB / –50dB / –40dB

Sets the reference recording level for XLR microphone input
from INPUT1.

INPUT2 MIC Reference
–60dB / –50dB / –40dB

Sets the reference recording level for XLR microphone input
from INPUT2.

CH1 Wind Filter
On / Off

Enables/disables the wind reduction filter for channel 1
recording.

CH2 Wind Filter
On / Off

Enables/disables the wind reduction filter for channel 2
recording.

CH3 Wind Filter
On / Off

Enables/disables the wind reduction filter for channel 3
recording.

CH4 Wind Filter
On / Off

Enables/disables the wind reduction filter for channel 4
recording.

CH3 Level Control
Auto / Manual

Selects automatic audio input level adjustment or manual
adjustment for recording channel 3.

Audio input
settings

Note
If either CH3 Input Select or CH4 Input Select is set to
“Internal MIC,” CH4 is switched to automatic/manual in
conjunction with this setting.
CH4 Level Control
Auto / Manual

Selects automatic audio input level adjustment or manual
adjustment for recording channel 4.

Note
If either CH3 Input Select or CH4 Input Select is set to
“Internal MIC,” CH4 is switched to automatic/manual in
conjunction with the CH3 Level Control setting.
CH3 Input Level
0 to 99 (49)

Sets the audio input level for recording channel 3.

Note
If either CH3 Input Select or CH4 Input Select is set to
“Internal MIC,” the CH4 Input Level is switched in
conjunction with this setting.

Audio
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

CH4 Input Level
0 to 99 (49)

Sets the audio input level for recording channel 4.

Note
If either CH3 Input Select or CH4 Input Select is set to
“Internal MIC,” the CH4 Input Level is switched in
conjunction with the CH3 Input Level setting.

Audio Input Level
0 to 99

Sets the audio input level.
Can be used as the master volume, according to the settings of
CH1 Level to CH4 Level.

Limiter Mode
Off / –6dB / –9dB /
–12dB / –15dB / –17dB

Selects the limiter characteristic for large input signals when
adjusting the audio input level manually.

CH1&2 AGC Mode
Mono / Stereo

Sets the auto level adjustment mode for recording channel 1
and channel 2.

CH3&4 AGC Mode
Mono / Stereo

Sets the auto level adjustment mode for recording channel 3
and channel 4.

AGC Spec
–6dB / –9dB / –12dB /
–15dB / –17dB

Selects the AGC characteristic.

1kHz Tone on Color Bars
On / Off

Turns the 1 kHz reference tone signal on/off when displaying
color bars.

Note
When set to On, the 1 kHz reference tone signal is set for
recording on channel 3 and channel 4, even if CH3 Input
Select and CH4 Input Select are set to Off.
CH1 Level
Input without XLR adaptor
Audio Input Level / Side /
Level+Side
Input with XLR adaptor (page 53)
Audio Input Level / Through

Sets the combination of audio input level adjustments enabled
for recording channel 1.

CH2 Level
Input without XLR adaptor
Audio Input Level / Side /
Level+Side
Input with XLR adaptor (page 53)
Audio Input Level / Through

Sets the combination of audio input level adjustments enabled
for recording channel 2.

CH3 Level
Input without XLR adaptor
Audio Input Level / CH3 Input
Level / Level+CH3 Input
Level
Input with XLR adaptor (page 53)
Audio Input Level / Through

Sets the combination of audio input level adjustments enabled
for recording channel 3.

Note
“Side” refers to the CH1 INPUT LEVEL dial on the side of
the camcorder. When Level+Side is selected, the audio
recording level is determined by the combination of the Audio
Input Level and dial settings (page 130).

Note
“Side” refers to the CH2 INPUT LEVEL dial on the side of
the camcorder. When Level+Side is selected, the audio
recording level is determined by the combination of the Audio
Input Level and dial settings (page 130).

Note
When Level+CH3 Input Level is selected, the audio recording
level is determined by the combination of the Audio Input
Level and CH3 Input Level settings (page 131).

Audio
Item

Audio Output
Audio output
settings

Sub-item setting

Description

CH4 Level
Input without XLR adaptor
Audio Input Level / CH4 Input
Level / Level+CH4 Input
Level
Input with XLR adaptor (page 53)
Audio Input Level / Through

Sets the combination of audio input level adjustments enabled
for recording channel 4.

Note
When Level+CH4 Input Level is selected, the audio recording
level is determined by the combination of the Audio Input
Level and CH4 Input Level settings (page 131).

Monitor CH
Selects the audio channel output to the headphone connector
CH1/CH2 / CH3/CH4 / MIX and built-in speaker.
ALL / CH1 / CH2 / CH3 / CH4

Note

If audio for multiple channels is set for simultaneous output,
the output level for each channel is reduced for output to
prevent clipping.
Monitor Volume
0 to 15 (7)

Adjusts the monitor audio level output to the headphone
connector and built-in speaker.

Headphone Out
Mono / Stereo

Selects whether the headphone connector output is monaural
(Mono) or stereo (Stereo).

Alarm Volume
0 to 7 (4)

Adjusts the volume of the alarm.

Output Limiter
On / Off

Turns the audio output limiter on/off.

HDMI Output CH
CH1/CH2 / CH3/CH4

Sets the combination of audio channels on the HDMI output.

Video Menu
Video
Item

Sub-item setting

Output On/Off SDI
Video output
settings

Turns SDI output on/off.

On / Off
HDMI
On / Off

Output Format SDI
Output format
settings

Description

HDMI
REF

Turns HDMI output on/off.
Sets the SDI and HDMI output resolution.
For details about settings, see “Video Formats and Output
Signals” (page 105).

Note
The Output Format setting may not be configurable in Picture
Cache Rec mode. If this occurs, temporarily set Picture Cache
Rec to Off, and then change the setting.

Output Setting HDMI Target Device
Output conversion
mode settings

Monitor LUT
Monitor LUT
settings
Available in Cine
EI mode only.

Note
Monitor LUT may
not be able to be
set independently
for each system
(page 117).

Recorder / Monitor

Sets the type of HDMI input device connected to the HDMI
output.
Recorder:
Outputs the same video as SDI1 to HDMI when in Cine EI
mode.
Monitor:
Outputs the same video as SDI2 to HDMI when in Cine EI
mode.

4K/2K to HD Conv.
Edge Crop / Letter Box

Sets the conversion mode for HD video output of 17:9 video.

Category
LUT / Look Profile / User 3D
LUT

Sets the type of Look applied as a monitor LUT.
LUT:
Outputs video with applied preset LUT or user LUT.
Look Profile:
Outputs video close to print film or video which is suitable
as the start point of color grading, by selecting a Look
number.
User 3D LUT:
Outputs video with applied user 3D LUT.

Note
User 3D LUT cannot be selected if Base Setting >Color Space
is set to S-Gamut/S-Log2 in the System menu.

Video
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

LUT Select
P1: 709 (800%)
P2: HG8009G40
P3: HG8009G33
P4: S-Log2
P5: S-Log3
U1
U2
U3
U4
U5
U6

Selects the LUT type, when Monitor LUT >Category is set to
LUT.
709(800%):
Signal with ITU-R709 base curve with extended dynamic
range up to 800%.
HG8009G40:
Signal using HyperGamma with 800% dynamic range,
109% white limit, and 18% gray card video output of 40%.
HG8009G33:
Signal using HyperGamma with 800% dynamic range,
109% white limit, and 18% gray card video output of 33%.
S-Log2:
Log signal with 1300% dynamic range that takes visibility
on a video monitor into account, with footage developed in
post production.
(Enabled when Base Setting >Color Space in the System
menu is set to S-Gamut/SLog2)
S-Log3:
Log signal with 1300% dynamic range that mimics film
characteristics, close to Cineon Log curve.
(Enabled when Base Setting >Color Space in the System
menu is set to S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3 or S-Gamut3/SLog3)
U1 to U6:
User LUT signals imported from an SD card.

Note
When creating a LUT using RAW Viewer, select F55/F5 as
the output format.
Create the following folder on the SD card and store LUT files
in the folder.
\PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5
Look Profile Select
1: LC-709
2: LC-709typeA
3: SLog2-709
4: Cine+709

Selects the type of Look profile, when Monitor LUT
>Category is set to Look Profile.

User 3D LUT Select
User 3D-1
User 3D-2
User 3D-3
User 3D-4

Selects the type of user 3D LUT.

SDI1 & Internal Rec
MLUT On / MLUT Off

Selects whether to apply monitor LUT to the SDI OUT1
output video and the video recorded on XQD memory cards.

SDI2
MLUT On / MLUT Off

Selects whether to apply monitor LUT to the SDI OUT2
output video.

HDMI
MLUT On / MLUT Off

Displays whether monitor LUT is applied to the HDMI output
video (page 117).

Viewfinder
MLUT On / MLUT Off

Selects whether to apply monitor LUT to the viewfinder
output video.

Output Display SDI2
Output signal
settings

On / Off

Selects whether to superimpose menus and status on the SDI
output signal and HDMI output signal.

HDMI
On / Off

VF Menu
VF
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

VF Setting

Brightness
–99 to +99 (±0)

Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder image.

Color Mode
Color / B&W

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

Setting
On / Off

Turns the peaking function on/off.

Peaking Type
Normal / Color

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

Frequency
Normal / High

Selects the peaking frequency.

Normal Peaking Level
0 to 99 (50)

Sets the normal peaking level.

Color
B&W / Red / Yellow / Blue

Selects the color of the color peaking signal.

Color Peaking Level
0 to 99 (50)

Sets the color peaking level.

Setting
On / Off

Turns the Zebra function on/off.

Zebra Select
1 / 2 / Both

Selects the zebra pattern type (Zebra 1, Zebra 2, Both).

Zebra1 Level
0% to 107% (70%)

Sets the Zebra 1 display level.

Zebra1 Aperture Level
1% to 20% (10%)

Sets the Zebra 1 aperture level.

Zebra2 Level
0% to 109% (100%)

Sets the Zebra 2 display level.

Viewfinder
settings

Peaking
Peaking settings

Zebra
Zebra pattern
settings

VF
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Marker

Setting
On / Off

Turns the display of all markers on/off.

Marker display
settings

Selects the marker signal color.
Color
White / Yellow / Cyan / Green /
Magenta / Red / Blue
Center Marker
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / Off

Turns the center marker on/off.

Safety Zone
On / Off

Turns the safety zone marker on/off.

Safety Area
80% / 90% / 92.5% / 95%

Selects the size of the safety zone marker (as a percentage of
total screen size).

Aspect Marker
Line / Mask / Off

Selects the type of aspect marker.

Aspect Mask
0 to 15 (12)

Sets the level of the video signal outside the marker relative to
the signal inside the marker as a percentage.

Aspect Safety Zone
On / Off

Turns the aspect safety zone marker on/off.

Aspect Safety Area
80% / 90% / 92.5% / 95%

Selects the size of the aspect safety zone marker (as a
percentage of total screen size).

Aspect Select
4:3 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1 /
2.4:1

Sets the mode when displaying the aspect marker.

User Box
On / Off

Turns the box cursor display on/off.

User Box Width
3 to 479 (240)

Sets the box cursor width (distance from the center to the left
and right edges).

User Box Height
3 to 269 (135)

Sets the box cursor height (distance from the center to the top
and bottom edges).

User Box H Position
–476 to +476 (0)

Sets the horizontal position of the box cursor center.

User Box V Position
–266 to +266 (0)

Sets the vertical position of the box cursor center.

100% Marker
On / Off

Turns the 100% marker on/off.

Guide Frame
On / Off

Turns the guide frame display on/off.

VF
Item

Sub-item setting

Display On/Off Setting
Display item
settings

Description
Selects the items to display in the viewfinder.

On / Off
Shutter Setting
On / Off
ND Filter Position
On / Off
Gain Setting
On / Off
Rec/Play Status
On / Off
HXR-IFR5 Rec Control
On / Off
Color Temp.
On / Off
Frame Rate / Interval
On / Off
Battery Remain
On / Off
Timecode
On / Off
Audio Manual
On / Off
Audio Level Meter
On / Off
Media Status
On / Off
Focus Position
Meter / Feet / Off
Iris Position
On / Off
Zoom Position
Number / Bar / Off
SteadyShot
On / Off
Focus Mode
On / Off
Focus Area Indicator
On / Off
Focus Area Ind. (Push AF)
On / Off
Focus Indicator
On / Off
Auto Shutter
On / Off
AGC
On / Off
Auto Iris
On / Off

VF
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

AE Mode
On / Off
Auto Exposure Level
On / Off
White Balance Mode
On / Off
SDI/HDMI Rec Control
On / Off
Rec Format
On / Off
Gamma
On / Off
Timecode Lock
On / Off
Wi-Fi Condition
On / Off
Clip Name
On / Off
Focus Assist Indicator
On / Off
Focus Area Marker
On / Off
Video Level Warning
On / Off
Clip Number
On / Off
GPS
On / Off
Level Gauge
On / Off
Lens Info
Meter / Feet / Off
Notice Message
On / Off

Video Signal
Monitor
Video signal
monitor settings
(page 51)

Setting
Off / Waveform / Vector /
Histogram

Sets the type of video signal monitor.

Note
Not displayed when Display On/Off >Setting is set to Off.

Sets the measurement source of the video signal monitor.
Source
In Cine EI mode with video
output resolution 2K or lower:
SDI1 & Internal Rec / SDI2
In Custom mode, or in Cine EI
mode with video output
resolution higher than 2K:
Internal Rec

TC/UB Menu
TC/UB
Item

Sub-item setting

Timecode

Mode
Preset / Regen / Clock
Timecode settings

TC Display
Time data display
settings

Users Bit
Settings related to
user bits.

HDMI TC Out

Description
Sets the timecode running mode.
Preset:
Starts running from a preset value.
Regen:
Starts running from the timecode of the end of the previous
clip.
Clock:
Uses the internal clock as the timecode.

Run
Rec Run / Free Run

Rec Run: Runs only when recording.
Free Run: Always running, regardless of camcorder operation.

Setting

Sets the timecode to an arbitrary value.
SET: Set the value.

Reset
Execute / Cancel

Resets the timecode to 00:00:00:00.
Execute: Reset timecode

TC Format
DF / NDF

Sets the timecode format.
DF: Drop Frame
NDF: Non-Drop Frame

Display Select
Timecode / Users Bit /
Duration

Switches the time data display.

Mode
Fix / Time

Sets the user bit mode.
Fix: Uses an arbitrary fixed value in user bits.
Time: Uses the current time in user bits.

Setting

Sets the user bits to an arbitrary value.

Setting
On / Off

Sets whether to output the timecode to devices for other
purposes, using HDMI.

Recording Menu
Recording
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

S&Q Motion

Setting
On / Off

Turns Slow & Quick Motion on/off.
When set to On, the following functions are disabled.
• Auto iris
• Auto focus

High Frame Rate Mode
Off / Full Scan / Center Scan

Enables higher speed imaging than 60P.
Off:
Higher speed imaging than 60P is disabled.
Full Scan:
High-speed imaging of Super 35mm size angle-of-view.
Center Scan:
High-speed imaging of half the Super 35mm size angle-ofview at the center of the image.

Slow & Quick
Motion mode
settings (page 47)

Note
This setting cannot be set to conform with Imager Scan Mode
when Imager Scan Mode is set to 2K Full or 2K Center.
Frame Rate
Up to 240fps

Sets the frame rate for Slow & Quick Motion shooting.

Note
The initial value varies depending on the Codec, Country,
Video Format, and RAW Output Format settings.

Interval Rec

Setting
On / Off
Interval Rec
settings (page 47) Interval Time
1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/
10 / 15 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 50 (sec)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 /
15 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 50 / (min) 1 /
2 / 3 / 4 / 6 / 12 / 24 (hour)

Turns the interval recording mode on/off. (Setting this mode to
On will set all other special modes to Off.)
Sets the interval between recordings in Interval Rec recording
mode (when Interval Rec is set to On).

Number of Frames
1frame / 2frames / 3frames /
6frames / 9frames / 12frames

Sets the number of frames to record per take in Interval Rec
recording mode (when Interval Rec is set to On).
The available settings vary depending on the frame frequency
of the selected video format.
50P/59.94P:
2frames / 6frames / 12frames
23.98P / 25P / 29.97P / 50i / 59.94i:
1frame / 3frames / 6frames / 9frames

Pre-Lighting
Available only when using the
HVL-LBPC (option).
Off / 2sec / 5sec / 10sec

Sets the number of seconds that the video light turns on before
recording starts in Interval Rec recording mode.

Picture Cache Setting
On / Off
Rec

Turns the picture cache recording function on/off.

Picture cache
Cache Rec Time
recording mode
0-2sec / 2-4sec / 4-6sec /
settings (page 49)
6-8sec / 8-10sec / 10-12sec /
12-14sec / 13-15sec

Sets the picture cache recording time, when Picture Cache Rec
is set to On.

Recording
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Simul Rec

Setting
On / Off

Turns the simultaneous recording function on/off and sets the
recording destination media.

SDI/HDMI Rec Setting
On / Off
Control

Turns recording start/stop control for an external connected
device, using SDI/HDMI signals, on/off.
When different buttons are assigned using Rec Button Set, the
recording control signal follows the recording state of slot A.

Simultaneous
recording settings Rec Button Set
Assigns the record buttons used to control each recording
(page 39)
“Rec Button [SlotA SlotB] media.
Handle Rec Button [SlotA
SlotB]” / “Rec Button [SlotA]
Handle Rec Button [SlotB]” /
“Rec Button [SlotB] Handle
Rec Button [SlotA]”

SDI/HDMI
recording control
settings

Note
When set to On, this starts/stops recording on an external
connected device, even if no XQD card is currently inserted.

Thumbnail Menu
Thumbnail
Item

Sub-item setting

Display Clip
Properties

Description
Displays the clip properties screen.

Display clip
properties screen

Set Index
Picture

Sets the index picture of a clip.

Clip index picture
settings

Thumbnail
View

Essence Mark Thumbnail
All / Rec Start / Shot Mark1 /
Shot Mark2 / Shot Mark3 /
Thumbnail screen
Shot Mark4 / Shot Mark5 /
settings
Shot Mark6 / Shot Mark7 /
Shot Mark8 / Shot Mark9 /
Shot Mark0
Clip Thumbnail

Set Shot Mark Add Shot Mark1
Shot mark settings Delete Shot Mark1

Displays thumbnails of frames with essence marks.

Displays thumbnails of recorded clips.
Adds Shot Mark1.
Deletes Shot Mark1.

Add Shot Mark2

Adds Shot Mark2.

Delete Shot Mark2

Deletes Shot Mark2.

Set Clip Flag

Add OK

Adds an OK flag.

Clip flag settings

Add NG

Adds an NG flag.

Lock/Unlock
Clip
Clip protection

Add KEEP

Adds a Keep flag.

Delete Clip Flag

Deletes all flags.

Select Clip

Selects and locks/unlocks a clip.

Lock All Clips

Locks all clips.

Unlock All Clips

Unlocks all clips.

Delete Clip

Select Clip

Deletes the selected clip.

Delete clips

All Clips

Deletes all of the displayed clips.

Filter Clips

Display only clips that have an OK flag.

Filtered clip
display settings

Display only clips that have an NG flag.

Customize
View

KEEP

Display only clips that have a Keep flag.

None

Display only clips that have no flag.

Thumbnail Caption
Date Time / Time Code /
Duration / Sequential Number
Thumbnail screen
settings

Switches the information displayed below thumbnails.

Media Menu
Media
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Update Media

Media (A)
Execute / Cancel

Updates the management file on the XQD memory card in slot
A.
Execute: Update card

Media (B)
Execute / Cancel

Updates the management file on the XQD memory card in slot
B.
Execute: Update card

Update memory
cards

Format Media

Media (A)
Execute / Cancel
Format (initializes)
memory cards
Media (B)
Execute / Cancel

Clip
Clip name settings

Initializes the XQD memory card in slot A.
Execute: Initialize card
Initializes the XQD memory card in slot B.
Execute: Initialize card

SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Initializes the UTIILITY SD card.
Execute: Initialize card

Auto Naming
Cam ID + Reel# / Title

Sets the method for naming clips.
Cam ID + Reel#:
Camera ID + Reel Number + Shot Number + Date +
random string
Title:
String set using Title Prefix + Clip Number

Note
When Simul Rec is set to On, Cam ID + Reel# cannot be
configured.
Camera ID
A to Z

Sets the camera ID when Auto Naming is set to Cam ID +
Reel#.

Reel Number
001 to 999

Sets the numeric part of Reel Number when Auto Naming is
set to Cam ID + Reel#.

Camera Position
C/L/R

Sets the Shot Number prefix when Auto Naming is set to Cam
ID + Reel#.

Title Prefix

Sets the title portion of the clip name when Auto Naming is
set to Title.
(Initial value is a model-specific ID, comprising the last three
digits of the serial number.)
(The value is entered using the character entry screen
(page 62).)

Number Set
0001 to 9999

Sets the numeric portion of the clip name when Auto Naming
is set to Title.

File Menu
File
Item

Sub-item setting

All File

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel
Settings related to
ALL files.
Save SD Card
Execute / Cancel
File ID

Scene File

Recall Internal Memory
Execute / Cancel
Scene file settings

User Menu
Item
User menu item
settings

User Gamma
User gamma file
settings

Description
Loads an ALL file.
Execute: Load file
Saves an ALL file.
Execute: Save file
Assigns a name to the file.
Loads a scene file from internal memory.
Execute: Load file

Store Internal Memory
Execute / Cancel

Saves a scene file in internal memory.
Execute: Save file

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Loads a scene file from an SD card.
Execute: Load file

Save SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Saves a scene file to an SD card.
Execute: Save file

File ID

Assigns a name to the file.

Scene White Data
On / Off

Sets whether to apply the white balance data when loading
scene files.

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Loads User menu settings on an SD card into internal
memory.
Execute: Load settings

Save SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Saves User menu settings on an SD card.
Execute: Save settings

File ID

Displays the File ID specified for the file loaded using Load
SD Card. Also sets (edits) the File ID when saving a file using
this menu.

Current Settings

Displays a list of the current user gamma file settings (file
names).

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Loads user gamma settings on an SD card into internal
memory.
Execute: Load gamma
To use user gamma files created using CvpFileEditor™ V4.2
with the camcorder, save files in the following folder on the
SD card.
PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\HD_CAM

Reset
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / All
Initial value: 709(800%)

Resets the user gamma files in internal memory to default
values.
1 to 5: Reset individual user gamma
All: Reset all user gammas

File
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Monitor LUT

Current Settings

Displays a list of the current monitor LUT file settings (file
names).

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Loads monitor LUT settings on an SD card into internal
memory.
Execute: Load LUT settings
Save user LUT files generated using RAW Viewer in the
following folder on the SD card.
PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5

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

Resets the monitor LUT data in internal memory to default
values.
1 to 6: Reset individual monitor LUT
All: Reset all monitor LUTs

Monitor 3D
LUT

Current Settings

Displays a list of the current monitor 3D LUT file settings (file
names).

Monitor 3D LUT
file settings

Load SD Card
Execute / Cancel

Loads monitor 3D LUT settings on an SD card into internal
memory.
Execute: Load 3D LUT settings
You can import CUBE files (*.cube) with lattice resolution of
17 or 33 created using Catalyst Browse, RAW Viewer, or
BMD Da Vinci Resolve*.
* Verified with Resolve V9.0, V10.0, and V11.0.
If creating a CUBE file using Catalyst Browse or RAW
Viewer, set the Source setting in Catalyst Browse or the Input
setting in RAW Viewer to S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log3.
Set Format to Resolve when exporting the CUBE file.
Save the created 3D LUT data (user 3D LUT file) in the
following folder on the SD card.
PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5

Monitor LUT file
settings

Note
The monitor 3D LUT function cannot be used if Base Setting
>Color Space is set to S-Gamut/S-Log2 in the System menu
on the camcorder.

Lens File
Lens file settings

Reset
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / All

Resets the monitor 3D LUT data in internal memory to default
values.
1 to 4: Reset individual monitor 3D LUT
All: Reset all monitor 3D LUTs

White Offset R
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance offset R channel correction value for
the lens in the lens file.

White Offset B
–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the white balance offset B channel correction value for
the lens in the lens file.

Note
Place files in the following folders on the SD card.
ALL files, Scene files, User Menu Item:
PRIVATE\Sony\PRO\CAMERA\PXW-FS7
User gamma files:
PRIVATE\Sony\PRO\CAMERA\HD_CAM
Monitor LUT files, monitor 3D LUT files:
PRIVATE\Sony\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5

System Menu
System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Base Setting

Shooting Mode
Custom / Cine EI

Sets the shooting mode.

Color Space
S-Gamut/SLog2 /
S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3 /
S-Gamut3/SLog3 / Matrix

Sets the color space.

Imager Scan Mode
Normal / 2K Full / 2K Center

Sets the scan mode for capturing information by the image
sensor (page 26).

Base settings

Codec
Codec settings

Sets the recording/playback mode.
Select
RAW / RAW & XAVC-I / RAW
Notes
& XAVC-L / RAW & MPEG
HD 422 / XAVC-I / XAVC-L / • RAW / RAW & XAVC-I / RAW & XAVC-L / RAW &
MPEG HD 422 are available when an XDCA-FS7 is
MPEG HD 422 / ProRes 422
connected and Base Setting >Shooting Mode is set to Cine
HQ / ProRes 422
EI.
• ProRes 422 HQ / ProRes 422 are available only when an
XDCA-FS7 is connected.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Rec Format

Video Format

Sets the recording format.

• For NTSC systems:
When Codec >Select is set to
XAVC-I:
4096×2160 59.94P
4096×2160 29.97P
4096×2160 24.00P
4096×2160 23.98P
3840×2160 59.94P
3840×2160 29.97P
3840×2160 23.98P
1920×1080 59.94P
1920×1080 59.94i
1920×1080 29.97P
1920×1080 23.98P
When Codec >Select is set to
XAVC-L:
3840×2160 59.94P
3840×2160 29.97P
3840×2160 23.98P
1920×1080 59.94P 50
1920×1080 59.94P 35
1920×1080 59.94i 50
1920×1080 59.94i 35
1920×1080 59.94i 25
1920×1080 29.97P 50
1920×1080 29.97P 35
1920×1080 23.98P 50
1920×1080 23.98P 35
When Codec >Select is set to
MPEG HD422:
1920×1080 59.94i 50
1920×1080 29.97P 50
1920×1080 23.98P 50
1280×720 59.94P 50
1280×720 29.97P 50
1280×720 23.98P 50
When Codec >Select is set to
ProRes 422 HQ or ProRes 422:
1920×1080 59.94i
1920×1080 29.97P
1920×1080 23.98P

• For PAL systems:
When Codec >Select is set to XAVC-I:
4096×2160 50P
4096×2160 25P
3840×2160 50P
3840×2160 25P
1920×1080 50P
1920×1080 50i
1920×1080 25P
When Codec >Select is set to XAVC-L:
3840×2160 50P
3840×2160 25P
1920×1080 50P 50
1920×1080 50P 35
1920×1080 50i 50
1920×1080 50i 35
1920×1080 50i 25
1920×1080 25P 50
1920×1080 25P 35
When Codec >Select is set to MPEG HD422:
1920×1080 50i 50
1920×1080 25P 50
1280×720 50P 50
1280×720 25P 50
When Codec >Select is set to ProRes 422 HQ or ProRes 422:
1920×1080 50i
1920×1080 25P

Recording format
settings

Notes
• “---” is grayed out when Codec >Select is set to RAW.
• The fixed values are grayed out when Codec >Select is set to
RAW & XAVC-I, RAW & XAVC-L, or RAW & MPEG HD
422.
• The recording format cannot be set to 4096×2160 or
3840×2160 when Imager Scan Mode is set to 2K Full or 2K
Center.

System
Item

Genlock
Genlock settings

Assignable
Button

Sub-item setting

Description

RAW Output Format

Sets the recording format for an external RAW recorder.

• For NTSC systems:
When Codec >Select is set to an
item that includes RAW, and
Imager Scan Mode is set to
Normal:
4096×2160 59.94P
4096×2160 29.97P
4096×2160 23.98P
When Codec >Select is set to an
item that includes RAW, and
Imager Scan Mode is set to 2K
Full or 2K Center:
2048×1080 59.94P
2048×1080 29.97P
2048×1080 23.98P

• For PAL systems:
When Codec >Select is set to an item that includes RAW, and
Imager Scan Mode is set to Normal:
4096×2160 50P
4096×2160 25P
When Codec >Select is set to an item that includes RAW, and
Imager Scan Mode is set to 2K Full or 2K Center:
2048×1080 50P
2048×1080 25P

Reference
Internal / External (HD) /
External (SD)

Displays the genlock state. It displays the signal type if
genlock is applied.
Internal: External genlock not applied.
External (HD): Genlock to HD signal.
External (SD): Genlock to SD signal.

<1> to <6>
Off / Marker / Zebra / Peaking /
Assignable button Video Signal Monitor / Focus
Magnifier x4/x8 / Focus Magnifier
settings
x4 / Focus Magnifier x8 / Focus
Area / Focus Area (Push AF) / VF
Mode / IRIS / Push Auto Iris /
AGC / Push AGC / SHUTTER /
Auto Exposure Level / Spotlight /
Backlight / ATW / ATW Hold /
Push AF/Focus Hold / SteadyShot
/ Color Bars / User Menu / Rec
Lamp / S&Q Motion / Picture
Cache Rec / Rec Review /
Thumbnail / Shot Mark1 / Shot
Mark2 / Clip Flag OK / Clip Flag
NG / Clip Flag Keep /
DURATION/TC/U-BIT / High/
Low Key

Assigns functions to assignable buttons.
Marker:
Turns the marker function on/off.
Zebra:
Turns the Zebra function on/off.
Peaking:
Turns the peaking function on/off.
Video Signal Monitor:
Switches the video signal monitor (such as a waveform
monitor).
Focus Magnifier x4/x8:
Focus Magnifier x4:
Focus Magnifier x8:
Turns the focus magnifier function on/off.
Focus Area:
Focus Area (Push AF):
Opens the Focus Area setup screen.
VF Mode:
Switches the viewfinder display between color and B&W.
IRIS:
Switches the iris function between Auto and Manual.
Push Auto Iris:
Enables the auto iris function while the button is pressed.
AGC:
Turns the AGC function on/off.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description
Push AGC:
Enables the AGC function while the button is pressed.
SHUTTER:
Switches the shutter between Auto and Manual.
Auto Exposure Level:
Opens the Auto Exposure Level screen.
Spotlight:
Switches between Spotlight and Standard.
Backlight:
Switches between Backlight and Standard.
ATW:
Turns the ATW function on/off.
ATW Hold:
Pauses ATW function operation.
Push AF/Focus Hold:
Runs the push auto focus function or focus hold function.
SteadyShot:
Switches between Active SteadyShot, SteadyShot, and Off.
Color Bars:
Turns the color bars on/off.
User Menu:
Opens/closes the User menu.
Rec Lamp:
Turns the recording indicator light on/off.
S&Q Motion:
Turns Slow & Quick Motion on/off.
Sets the recording frame rate if pressed and held.
Picture Cache Rec:
Turns picture cache recording mode on/off.
Rec Review:
Turns the Rec Review function on/off.
Thumbnail:
Opens/closes the thumbnail screen.
Shot Mark1:
Runs the Add Shot Mark1 function.
Shot Mark2:
Runs the Add Shot Mark2 function.
Clip Flag OK:
Runs the Add OK function.
Press twice to execute Delete Clip Flag.
Clip Flag NG:
Runs the Add NG function.
Press twice to execute Delete Clip Flag.
Clip Flag Keep:
Runs the Add Keep function.
Press twice to execute Delete Clip Flag.
DURATION/TC/U-BIT:
Switches between Time Code, Users Bit, and Duration.
High/Low Key:
Switches between High Key (display for checking for
blown-out whites), Low Key (display for checking for
underexposed areas), and Off (normal display) in that
order.
Applicable for systems where Monitor LUT is set to On.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Assignable
Dial

Assignable Dial
Off / ISO/Gain/EI / IRIS /
Focus / Audio Input Level

Assigns functions to the assignable dial on the grip remote
control.
ISO/Gain/EI: Adjusts the gain or EI.
IRIS: Adjusts the iris.
Focus: Adjusts the focus.
Audio Input Level: Adjusts the audio level.

IRIS Dial
(Same settings as Assignable
Dial)

Assigns functions to the IRIS dial.

Assignable Dial Direction
Normal / Opposite

Sets the direction of rotation of the assignable dial on the grip
remote control.
Normal: Turn in forward direction.
Opposite: Turn in opposite direction.

IRIS Dial Direction
Normal / Opposite

Sets the direction of rotation of the IRIS dial.
Normal: Turn in forward direction.
Opposite: Turn in opposite direction.

Rec Lamp
On / Off

Turns the recording indicator light on/off.

Setting
Auto / Minimum / Off in Rec

Sets the control mode of the camcorder fan.

Assignable dial
settings

Rec Lamp
Recording
indicator settings

Fan Control
Fan control mode
settings

Note
Even when “Off in Rec” is selected, the fan will operate if the
internal temperature of the camcorder rises above a certain
value.

HOLD Switch
Setting

with Rec Button
On / Off

Sets whether or not to lock the recording button.

Hold switch
settings

with Hand Grip Remote
On / Off

Sets whether to lock operation of the grip remote control.

Lens

Zoom Ring Direction
Left (W)/Right (T) / Right
(W)/Left (T)

Sets the direction of zoom ring operation.

Lens settings

Note
Enabled only when using an E-mount lens that supports zoom
ring direction switching.

Distortion Comp.
Auto / Off

Turns automatic distortion compensation on/off.

Notes
• Not available in picture cache recording mode or when
recording.
• Distortion compensation is not applied during 4K or QFHD
recording.
• When “Auto” is selected, there are some restrictions to
Monitor LUT (page 117).

Language
Language settings

Select

Sets the display language.
SET: Set language.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Clock Set

Time Zone
UTC 12:00 Kwajalein to UTC
+14:00

Sets the time difference from UTC in 30-minute units.

Date Mode
YYMMDD / MMDDYY /
DDMMYY

Selects the display format for dates.
YYMMDD: Year, month, day
MMDDYY: Month, day, year
DDMMYY: Day, month, year

12H/24H
12H / 24H

Selects the clock display format.
12H: 12-hour mode
24H: 24-hour mode

Date

Sets the current date.
SET: Set the value.

Time

Sets the current time.
SET: Set the value.

Internal clock
settings

Country
Region settings

NTSC/PAL Area
Sets the region of use.
NTSC Area / PAL Area
The default setting varies depending
on the country of purchase.

Hours Meter

Hours (System)

Displays the accumulated hours of use (cannot be reset).

Hours meter
settings

Hours (Reset)

Displays the accumulated hours of use (can be reset).

Reset
Execute / Cancel

Resets the Hours (Reset) display to 0.
Execute: Reset

User Name
Basic
(admin)
Authentication

Sets a desired user name (1 to 16 alphanumeric characters).
SET: Set the value.

Basic network
authentication
settings

Password
(pxw-fs7)

Sets a password (1 to 16 alphanumeric characters).
SET: Set the value.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi
Enable / Disable

Selects whether to enable or disable Wi-Fi connection.

Wireless LAN
connection
settings

SSID & Password

Displays the SSID and password.

Wi-Fi Direct Connection
Execute / Cancel

Starts a “Wi-Fi Direct” network connection.
Execute: Connect

Client

Displays information about the connected client device
(model name and MAC address).

IP Address
192.168.1.1

Displays the IP address of the camcorder.

Note
Not displayed when using the CBK-WA100.

Subnet Mask
255.255.0.0

Displays the subnet mask.

Note
Not displayed when using the CBK-WA100.

GPS
GPS settings

MAC Address

Displays the MAC address of the Wi-Fi module attached to
the camcorder.

Regenerate Password
Execute / Cancel

Creates a new password.
Execute: Regenerate

GPS
On / Off

Turns the GPS function on/off.

Note
The GPS module is built into the handle.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

IR Remote

Setting
On / Off

Enables/disables control from the supplied infrared remote
control.

Remote control
settings

Low BATT
Camera
5% / 10% / 15% / ... / 45% /
Battery Alarm
Battery lowvoltage alarm
settings

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery lowvoltage alarm (5% increments).

50%
BATT Empty
3% to 7%

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery empty
alarm.

Camera DC IN DC Low Voltage1
11.5V to 17.0V
Alarm

Sets the voltage to display a DC IN low input voltage alarm.

Input voltage
alarm settings

Sets the voltage to display a DC IN insufficient input voltage
alarm.

DC Low Voltage2
11.0V to 14.0V

Near End:Info Battery
Ext. Unit
5% to 100%
Battery Alarm

Sets the remaining battery level to display a Info-Lithium
battery low-voltage alarm (5% increments).

XDCA-FS7
battery settings

End:Info Battery
0% to 5%

Sets the remaining battery level to display a Info-Lithium
battery end alarm and to stop media access.

Near End:Sony Battery
11.5V to 17.0V

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery lowvoltage alarm for a non Info-Lithium battery.

End:Sony Battery
11.0V to 11.5V

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery end alarm
for a non Info-Lithium battery and to stop media access.

Near End:Other Battery
11.5V to 17.0V (11.8V)

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery lowvoltage alarm for an Anton/Bauer battery.

End:Other Battery
11.0V to 14.0V

Sets the remaining battery level to display a battery end alarm
for an Anton/Bauer battery and to stop media access.

Detected Battery

Displays the type of battery connected to the XDCA-FS7.
If a battery is connected to the XDCA-FS7, “Info Battery,”
“Sony Battery,” or “Other Battery” is displayed. If a DC
source is connected, “DC IN” is displayed.
If powered by a battery or DC source connected to the
camcorder, “ --- ” is displayed.

Ext. Unit DC IN DC Low Voltage1
11.5V to 17.0V
Alarm

Sets the voltage to display a DC IN low input voltage alarm.

XDCA-FS7 input
voltage alarm
settings

DC Low Voltage2
11.0V to 14.0V

Sets the voltage to display a DC IN insufficient input voltage
alarm.

All Reset

Reset
Execute / Cancel

Resets all settings to their factory defaults.
Execute: Reset

APR
Execute / Cancel

Runs APR (Automatic Pixel Restoration) for image sensor
auto adjustment.
Execute: Run

Reset factory
defaults

APR
Run APR

Note
Always attach the lens cap before running APR.

Camera Config HD/2K Modulation
Down-converter
output settings

High / Low

Sets the down-converter output bandwidth for conversion to
HD and 2K.

System
Item

Sub-item setting

Description

Version

Number
x.xx

Displays the software version of the camcorder.

Version Up
Execute / Cancel

Upgrades the camcorder.*
Execute: Upgrade
* Upgrading updates the camcorder software.

Ext. Unit Version Number
x.xx

Displays the software version of the XDCA-FS7.

Ext. Unit Version Up
Execute / Cancel

Upgrades the XDCA-FS7.*
Execute: Upgrade
* Upgrading updates the XDCA-FS7 software.

Display version

External Device Connection

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices
To display recorded/playback pictures on an
external monitor, select the camcorder output
signal and use an appropriate cable for the
monitor to be connected.
You can also connect recording devices, such as a
VTR, and record the output signal from the
camcorder.
You can display the same information that is
visible in the viewfinder, such as status
information and menus, on an external monitor.
Set Output Display (page 80) in the Video menu
to “On” for the corresponding type of signal to
output to the monitor.

HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector)
Turn the output on/off and set the output format
using the Video menu (page 79).
Use a commercially available high-speed HDMI
cable for connection.
Select the type of the connected device using
HDMI Target Device (page 117) in the Video
menu.

RAW OUT connector (BNC type)
Attaching an XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit to the
camcorder provides support for an external RAW
recorder, such as the AXS-R5, to be connected to
the RAW OUT connector of the XDCA-FS7
(page 34).

SDI OUT connector (BNC type)
Turn the output on/off and set the output format
using the Video menu (page 79).
Use a commercially available 75 Ω coaxial cable
for connection.
Note
Check that the connection between the camcorder and
the external device is grounded before turning the
devices on.
(It is recommended that the camcorder and external
device be turned on after connecting the 75 Ω coaxial
cable.)
If the external device must be connected to the
camcorder while the camcorder is on, connect the 75 Ω
coaxial cable to the external device first and then connect
it to the camcorder.

To start recording on the camcorder and external
device simultaneously
With SDI signal output enabled, set SDI/HDMI
Rec Control (page 87) >Setting in the Recording
menu to “On” to enable output of a REC trigger
signal to the external device connected to the SDI
OUT connector. This will synchronize recording
on the external device with the camcorder.
Notes
• If a connected external device does not support a REC
trigger signal, the device cannot be operated.
• When the record START/STOP button and the handle
record START/STOP are set to control different
media, the REC trigger signal is output in accordance
with the operation of slot A.
• Only the REC trigger signal is output when there is no
media currently inserted.

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Notes

External Synchronization

• If the selected recording format is 1280×720 60P, you
must supply both a video signal and a time signal.
• If the reference signal is unstable, genlock cannot be
achieved.
• The subcarrier is not synchronized.

When shooting using multiple camcorder units,
the camcorders can be synchronized to a specific
reference signal or timecodes synchronized via
the Genlock connector of the XDCA-FS7 units
(page 12) attached to the camcorders.

Locking the timecode to other devices
Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode
in which the timecode output keeps running (such
as Free Run or Clock).

Note
The camcorder battery pack cannot be used when an
XDCA-FS7 unit is attached to the camcorder. You must
attach a battery pack to the XDCA-FS7 or connect an
external power supply.

Mode: Preset
Run: Free Run

Synchronizing the phase of the video
signals (genlock)
Enable genlock by supplying a reference signal to
the Genlock connector (page 12) of the
XDCA-FS7 units connected to the camcorders.
The reference signals that can be used vary
depending on the frame rate of the selected
recording format.
For NTSC Area
Frame rate of
recording format

Supported input
reference signals

59.94P

1920×1080 59.94i
720×486 59.94i
1280×720 59.94P
1920×1080 59.94i
720×486 59.94i
1920×1080 48i (24PsF)
1920×1080 47.95i
(23.98PsF)
1920×1080 59.94i
720×486 59.94i

29.97P
24.0P
23.98P
59.94i

Press the assignable button (page 46)
assigned with the DURATION/TC/
U-BIT function to display the timecode
on the screen.

Check that the TC IN/OUT switch
(page 12) on the XDCA-FS7 is set to the
IN position, and supply an HD or SD
reference video signal and a timecode
synchronized to the video signal to the
Genlock and TC IN/OUT connectors,
respectively.

Notes

Frame rate of
recording format

Supported input
reference signals

50P

1920×1080 50i
720×576 50i
1280×720 50P
1920×1080 50i
720×576 50i
1920×1080 50i
720×576 50i

50i

The timecode generator of the camcorder
acquires lock with the reference timecode, and
“EXT-LK” appears on the screen.
Once about ten seconds have elapsed after the
timecode locks, the external lock state is
maintained even if the external reference
timecode source is disconnected.

For PAL Area

25P

Set Timecode in the TC/UB menu as
follows.

• Check that the supplied reference timecode and the
reference video signal are in a phase relationship that
complies with the SMPTE timecode standard.
• When operating with external lock, the timecode
instantly acquires lock with the external timecode and
the external timecode value appears in the data display
area. However, do not start recording immediately.
Wait for a few seconds until the timecode generator
stabilizes before recording.
• If the frequency of the reference video signal and the
frame frequency on the camcorder are not the same,
lock cannot be acquired and the camcorder will not
operate properly. If this occurs, the timecode will not
acquire successful lock with the external timecode.

101

• If the external timecode source is disconnected, the
timecode may shift by one frame per hour with respect
to the reference timecode.

Managing/Editing Clips
using a Computer

To release external lock
Change the Timecode setting in the TC/UB menu,
or turn the camcorder off.
External lock is also released if you start
recording in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

Connecting using a USB Cable

Synchronizing the timecode of another
device with the timecode of the
camcorder

Using an XQD card reader (option)
Connect an MRW-E80 XQD Card Reader
(option) using a USB cable, and insert a memory
card in the slot. The memory card is recognized as
a computer extension drive.

Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode
in which the timecode output keeps running (such
as Free Run or Clock).

Using mass storage mode

Set the timecode of the camcorder using
Timecode (page 85) in the TC/UB menu.

Check that the TC IN/OUT switch
(page 12) is set to the OUT position, and
connect the TC IN/OUT connector and
Genlock connector (page 12) to the
timecode input and reference signal
input, respectively, of the device you
want to synchronize.

Connect the camcorder using a USB cable, and
insert a memory card in the slot. The memory
card is recognized as a computer extension drive.

Turn the camcorder POWER switch to
the ON position.
A message appears on the screen or
viewfinder asking whether to enable USB
connection.
Note
The USB connection confirmation message is not
displayed while another confirmation message or
progress message is displayed, for example, when
formatting or restoring an XQD memory card.
The confirmation message is displayed when the
formatting or restoring execution ends. The USB
confirmation message is also not displayed when
the clip properties screen is displayed. The message
is displayed when processing ends or when you
return to the thumbnail screen.

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Turn the SEL/SET dial and select
Execute.

On Windows, check that the card is
added as a removable disk in the “My
Computer” window.
On Macintosh, check that a folder
called “NO NAME” or “Untitled”
(editable) is created on the Desktop.

Notes
• Do not perform the following operations if the access
lamp is lit red.
- Turning the power off Disconnecting the power
cord
- Removing the XQD memory card
- Disconnecting the USB cable
• Operation is not guaranteed to work on all computers.

Using nonlinear editing systems
In a nonlinear editing system, editing software
(option) that supports the formats recorded by the
camcorder is required.
Use dedicated application software to save the
clips you want to edit on the HDD of the
computer beforehand.

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Appendix

Usage Precautions
About the built-in rechargeable battery
The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery
for storing the date, time, and other settings even
when the camcorder is turned off. The built-in
rechargeable battery will become charged after
24 hours have elapsed if the unit is connected to a
power outlet using the AC adaptor or if a fully
charged battery pack is attached, regardless of
whether the camcorder is turned on/off. The
rechargeable battery will be fully discharged in
about 3 months if the AC adaptor is not
connected or the camcorder is used without the
battery pack attached. Use your camcorder after
charging the battery. However, even if the builtin rechargeable battery is not charged, the
camcorder operation will not be affected as long
as you are not recording the time and date.

The fan is a consumable part that will need
periodic replacement.
When operating at room temperature, a normal
replacement cycle will be about 5 years.
However, this replacement cycle represents only
a general guideline and does not imply that the
life expectancy of this part is guaranteed. For
details on parts replacement, contact your dealer.
If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm
location, or if ambient temperature suddenly
rises, moisture may form on the outer surface of
the unit and/or inside of the unit. This is known as
condensation. If condensation occurs, turn off the
unit and wait until the condensation clears before
operating the unit. Operating the unit while
condensation is present may damage the unit.
The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured
with high precision technology, giving a
functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a
very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck”,
either always off (black), always on (red, green,
or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long
period of use, because of the physical
characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such
“stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These
problems are not a malfunction. Note that any
such problems have no effect on recorded data.
The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for
battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable
part.
Power may not be supplied to the unit properly if
the pins of the battery terminal are bent or
deformed by shock or vibrations, or if they
become corroded due to prolonged outdoor use.
Periodic inspections are recommended to keep
the unit working properly and to prolong its
usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or sales
representative for more information about
inspections.

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Output Formats and Limitations
Video Formats and Output Signals
Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 2048×1080P (Level A)).
Notes
• The resolution of the recording format is limited by the Base Setting >Imager Scan Mode setting in the System menu
(page 92).
• No playback picture is output if the video output resolution is higher than the resolution of the picture.

SDI OUT connector output formats
When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to NTSC Area
When using basic configuration (XAVC-I / XAVC-L / MPEG HD)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

4096×2160 59.94P

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

4096×2160 29.97P

4096×2160 24.00P

4096×2160 23.98P

3840×2160 59.94P

3840×2160 29.97P

SDI output signal

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080PsF –

1920×1080 24PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080PsF –

1920×1080 23.98PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

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1920×1080 29.97PsF

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

3840×2160 23.98P

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080 59.94i

1920×1080 29.97P

1920×1080 23.98P

1280×720 59.94P

1280×720 29.97P
1280×720 23.98P

SDI output signal

1920×1080PsF –

1920×1080 23.98PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

720×480i

No output

–

720×480P

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

720×480i

No output

–

720×480P

No output

2048×1080PsF

–

2048×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

–

720×480i

No output

2048×1080PsF

–

2048×1080 23.98PsF

1920×1080PsF –

1920×1080 23.98PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

1920×1080i (23PD)

1920×1080 59.94i (2-3PD)

–

720×480i (23PD)

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

–

720×480i

No output

–

720×480P

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P (2-2RP)

–

720×480i

No output

1280×720P (23PD)

1280×720 59.94P (2-3PD)

–

720×480i (23PD)

No output

106

When using extension unit (RAW)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 59.94P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 59.94P Level-B

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

4096×2160 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 59.94P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 59.94P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 59.94P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 59.94P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 29.97P

SDI output signal

2048×1080PsF –

2048×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 29.97P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 29.97P

2048×1080PsF –

2048×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 29.97PsF

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 29.97P

107

1920×1080i

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)

RAW Output Format

2048×1080PsF –

4096×2160 23.98P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 23.98P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 23.98P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 23.98P

SDI

SDI output signal

HDMI
2048×1080 23.98PsF

1920×1080PsF

–

1920×1080 23.98PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

2048×1080PsF –

2048×1080 23.98PsF

1920×1080PsF

–

1920×1080 23.98PsF

–

1920×1080P

No output

When using extension unit (ProRes 422)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 59.94i

1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

SDI OUT 1
1920×1080 29.97P
SDI OUT 2
1920×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080 23.98P

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P *1

1920×1080P

SDI output signal

1920×1080 59.94i

*1 Cannot output a signal compatible with the CBK-WA100.

When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to PAL Area
When using basic configuration (XAVC-I / XAVC-L / MPEG HD)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

4096×2160 50P

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

4096×2160 25P

3840×2160 50P

SDI output signal

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 25PsF

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

108

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

3840×2160 25P

–

4096×2160P

No output

–

3840×2160P

No output

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080 50i

1920×1080 25P

1280×720 50P

1280×720 25P

SDI output signal

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 25PsF

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

720×576i

No output

–

720×576P

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

720×576i

No output

–

720×576P

No output

2048×1080PsF

–

2048×1080 25PsF

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 25PsF

–

720×576i

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

–

720×576i

No output

–

720×576P

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 50P (2-2RP)

–

720×576i

No output

When using extension unit (RAW)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

4096×2160 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 50P

109

SDI output signal

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-A

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

2048×1080 50P Level-B

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P Level-A

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

1920×1080 50P Level-B

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

4096×2160 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 50P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 50P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 50P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 25P

SDI output signal

2048×1080PsF –

2048×1080 25PsF

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 25PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 25P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 25P

2048×1080PsF –

2048×1080 25PsF

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 25PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 25P

When using extension unit (ProRes 422)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 50i

1920×1080i

1920×1080 25P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080PsF SDI OUT 1
1920×1080 25P
SDI OUT 2
1920×1080 25PsF

110

SDI output signal

1920×1080 50i

HDMI OUT connector output formats
When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to NTSC Area
When using basic configuration (XAVC-I / XAVC-L / MPEG HD)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

4096×2160 59.94P

–

4096×2160P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

4096×2160 29.97P

4096×2160 24.00P

4096×2160 23.98P

3840×2160 29.97P

3840×2160 23.98P

4096×2160 59.94P

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 29.97P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 29.97P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 24P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 24P

1920×1080PsF –

No output

–

1920×1080 24P (Pure)

1920×1080P

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 23.98P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 23.98P

1920×1080PsF –
3840×2160 59.94P

HDMI output signal

No output

–

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 59.94P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 29.97P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 29.97P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 23.98P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 23.98P

1920×1080PsF –

No output

–

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

1920×1080P

111

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 59.94P

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

720×480i

720×480 59.94i

–

720×480P

720×480 59.94P

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

–

720×480i

720×480 59.94i

1920×1080 59.94i

1920×1080 29.97P

1920×1080 23.98P

1280×720 59.94P

1280×720 29.97P
1280×720 23.98P

HDMI output signal

–

720×480P

720×480 59.94P

2048×1080PsF

–

No output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

–

720×480i

720×480 59.94i (PsF)

2048×1080PsF

–

No output

1920×1080PsF –

No output

–

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

1920×1080i (23PD)

1920×1080 59.94i (2-3PD)

–

720×480i (23PD)

720×480 59.94i (2-3PD)

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

–

720×480i

720×480 59.94i

–

720×480P

720×480 59.94P

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P (2-2RP)

–

720×480i

720×480 59.94i (PsF)

1280×720P (23PD)

1280×720 59.94P (2-3PD)

–

720×480i (23PD)

720×480 59.94i

112

When using extension unit (RAW)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 59.94i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 59.94P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 59.94P

4096×2160 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 59.94P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 59.94P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 59.94P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 59.94P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 59.94P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 29.97P

HDMI output signal

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 29.97P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 29.97P

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 29.97PsF

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 29.97P

113

1920×1080i

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)

RAW Output Format

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

–

No output

–

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

4096×2160 23.98P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 23.98P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 23.98P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 23.98P

SDI

HDMI output signal

HDMI

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

–

No output

–

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

When using extension unit (ProRes 422)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 59.94i

1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 29.97PsF

1920×1080 23.98P

1920×1080P

1920×1080 23.98P (Pure)

1920×1080P

HDMI output signal

1920×1080 59.94i

When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to PAL Area
When using basic configuration (XAVC-I / XAVC-L / MPEG HD)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

4096×2160 50P

–

4096×2160P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 50P

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

4096×2160 25P

3840×2160 25P

4096×2160 50P

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 25P

–

3840×2160P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i
3840×2160 50P

HDMI output signal

3840×2160 25P
1920×1080 25PsF

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 50P

–

3840×2160P

3840×2160 50P

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

4096×2160P

4096×2160 25P

–

3840×2160P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

114

3840×2160 25P
1920×1080 25PsF

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 50P

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

720×576i

720×576 50i

–

720×576P

720×576 50P

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

–

720×576i

720×576 50i

1920×1080 50i

1920×1080 25P

1280×720 50P

1280×720 25P

HDMI output signal

–

720×576P

720×576 50P

2048×1080PsF

–

No output

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i (PsF)

–

720×576 50i (PsF)

720×576i

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

–

720×576i

720×576 50i

–

720×576P

720×576 50P

1280×720P

1280×720 50P (2-2RP)

–

720×576i

720×576 50i (PsF)

When using extension unit (RAW)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

4096×2160 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 50P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 50P

115

HDMI output signal

Recording format settings
(Rec Format >RAW Output Format
and Video Format in the System
menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

RAW Output Format

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080i

1920×1080 50i

2048×1080P
(Level A)

–

No output

2048×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1920×1080P
(Level A)

1920×1080P

1920×1080 50P

1920×1080P
(Level B)

–

No output

1280×720P

1280×720 50P

2048×1080 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 50P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 50P

Video Format (fixed value)
1280×720 50P

RAW Output Format
4096×2160 25P

HDMI output signal

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 25PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 25P

RAW Output Format
2048×1080 25P

2048×1080PsF –

No output

1920×1080PsF

1920×1080 25PsF

1920×1080i

Video Format (fixed value)
1920×1080 25P

When using extension unit (ProRes 422)
Recording format settings
(Rec Format >Video Format in the
System menu)

SDI/HDMI output settings
(Output Format >SDI and
HDMI in the Video menu)
SDI

HDMI

1920×1080 50i

1920×1080i

1920×1080 25P

1920×1080PsF 1920×1080i

116

HDMI output signal

1920×1080 50i
1920×1080 50i (PsF)

HDMI output settings for HDMI devices
Output Setting >HDMI Target
Device in the Video menu

Output Display >SDI/HDMI in HDMI output
the Video menu
OSD On/Off MLUT On/Off

Recorder (default)

SDI=On, HDMI=On (default)
* Grayed out, cannot be selected.

–

SDI=On, HDMI=Off

Off

Monitor

SDI=Off, HDMI=Off

Off

SDI=On, HDMI=On (default)

SDI=On, HDMI=Off
* Grayed out, cannot be selected.

–

SDI=Off, HDMI=Off

Off

Follows SDI1

Follows SDI2

Notes
• If the current Output Display setting becomes unavailable for selection after changing HDMI Target Device, the Output
Display setting changes as follows.
– Forcibly changes to the default value.
– If the default value is not available for selection, forcibly changes to “SDI=On, HDMI=On.”
• HDMI Target Device cannot be set to Recorder if Codec is set to ProRes.

States When Monitor LUT Cannot be Configured Independently
In the following cases, Monitor LUT >SDI2, HDMI, and Viewfinder in the Video menu cannot be set
individually. They are synced with the SDI1 & Internal Rec setting.
– When Output Format >HDMI in the Video menu is set to 4096×2160 or 3840×2160
– When S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording menu is set to On
– When Lens >Distortion Comp. in the System menu is set to Auto

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Error/Warning Messages
If a warning, caution, or operating condition that requires confirmation occurs on the camcorder, a
message is displayed in the viewfinder, the recording indicators start flashing, and a warning sound is
emitted.
The warning sound is emitted from the built-in speaker and headphones connected to the headphone
connector.

Error Messages
The camcorder will stop operation when the following kind of display occurs.
Viewfinder message Warning Recording
sound
indicator

Cause and Solution

E + error code

Indicates an abnormality in the camcorder. Recording stops,
even if zREC is displayed in the viewfinder.
Turn off the camcorder, and check for any problem with
connected devices, cables, or media. If the error persists when
the camcorder is turned on again, contact your Sony service
representative.
(If the camcorder does not turn off when the POWER switch
is set to OFF, remove the battery or disconnect the DC IN
supply.)

Continuous High-speed
flashing

Warning Messages
Follow the instructions provided if the following display occurs.
Viewfinder message Warning Recording
sound
indicator

Cause and Solution

Media Near Full

Intermittent Flashing

Media Full

Continuous High-speed
flashing

Battery Near End

Intermittent Flashing

Battery End

Continuous High-speed
flashing
Intermittent Flashing

The remaining capacity on the XQD memory card is getting
low.
Replace at the earliest convenience.
Clips could not be recorded, copied, or split because there is
no remaining capacity on the XQD memory card.
Replace immediately.
The remaining capacity of the battery pack is getting low.
Recharge at the earliest convenience.
The battery pack is empty. Recording is disabled.
Stop operation and replace the battery pack.
The internal temperature is high.
Turn off the camcorder and allow it to cool down before
operating it again.
The DC IN voltage is low (level 1). Check the power source.
The DC IN voltage is too low (level 2). Recording is disabled.
Connect a different power source.

Temperature High

Voltage Low
Insufficient Voltage

Intermittent Flashing
Continuous High-speed
flashing

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Caution and Operation Messages
The following caution and operation messages may appear in the center of the screen. Follow the
instructions provided to resolve the issue.
Display message

Cause and Solution

Battery Error
Please Change Battery

An error was detected in the battery pack.
Replace with a normal battery pack.

Backup Battery End
Please Change

The remaining capacity of the backup battery is insufficient.
Charge the backup battery.

Unknown Media (A) 1)
Please Change

A memory card that has been partitioned or a memory card containing
more clips that can be handled by the camcorder was inserted.
The card cannot be used in the camcorder, and must be replaced.

Cannot Use Media (A) 1)
Unsupported File System

A card using a different file system or an unformatted card was inserted.
The card cannot be used in the camcorder, and must be replaced or
formatted using the camcorder.

Media Error
Media (A)1) Needs to be Restored

An error occurred on the memory card, and the card must be restored.
Restore the memory card.

Media Error
Cannot Record to Media (A) 1)

The memory card may be damaged, and can no longer be used for
recording.
Playback is possible, so making a copy and replacing the memory card is
recommended.

Media Error
Cannot Use Media (A) 1)

The memory card may be damaged, and can no longer be used for
recording or playback.
The card cannot be used in the camcorder, and must be replaced.

Media (A) 1) Error
Recording Halted
Playback Halted

Recording and playback was stopped because an error occurred while
using the memory card.
If the problem persists, replace the memory card.

Media Reached Rewriting Limit
Change Media (A) 1)

The memory card has reached the end of its life.
Make a backup, and replace the card immediately. If you continue using
the card, the card may not be able to record or play.

For details, refer to the operating instructions for the memory card.
Fan Stopped

The built-in fan stopped.
Avoid use at high temperatures, disconnect the power, and contact your
Sony service representative.

Invalid setting value was reset:
Media/Clip Naming/Camera Position
Please save All File again

The Clip Naming format setting was reset because an invalid ALL file
was loaded.
Configure the desired format settings, and try to save the ALL file again.

1) “Media (B)” is displayed for the card in slot B.

119

Items Saved in Files
Yes: Item is saved.
No: Item is not saved.
LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Camera

ISO/Gain/EI

Mode
ISO/Gain
ISO/Gain
ISO/Gain
Exposure Index
Exposure Index
Exposure Index
Shockless Gain
Level
Mode
Speed
AGC
AGC Limit
Auto Shutter
A.SHT Limit
Clip High light
Detect Window
Detect Window Indication
Focus Area
Focus Area (Push AF)
AF Assist
Mode
Shutter Speed
Shutter Angle
ECS Frequency
Setting
Type
Setting
Level
Mode
Frequency
Setting
Zoom Speed Type
Zoom Speed
Auto Black Balance
Setting
Amount
Clear All
Video Light Set

Auto Exposure

Focus

Shutter

Color Bars
Noise Suppression
Flicker Reduce
SteadyShot
Handle Zoom
Auto Black Balance
AF Micro Adjustment

Video Light Set

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All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
No
No
–
Yes

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
–
No
No
–
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Paint

White

Preset White
Color Temp
Color Temp Balance
R Gain
B Gain
Color Temp
Color Temp Balance
R Gain
B Gain
Filter White Memory
Shockless White
White Switch
ATW Speed
Offset White
Warm Cool
Warm Cool Balance
Offset White
Warm Cool
Warm Cool Balance
Offset White
Warm Cool
Warm Cool Balance
Setting
Master Black
R Black
B Black
Setting
Step Gamma
Master Gamma
R Gamma
G Gamma
B Gamma
Gamma Category
Gamma Select
Setting
Range
Master Black Gamma
Setting
Auto Knee
Point
Slope
Knee Saturation
Knee Saturation Level
Setting
Level

Offset White

Black

Gamma

Black Gamma

Knee

White Clip

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All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Detail

Setting
Level
H/V Ratio
Crispening
Level Depend
Level Depend Level
Frequency
Knee Aperture
Knee Aperture Level
Limit
White Limit
Black Limit
V Black Limit
V Detail Creation
Setting
Area Detection
Area Indication
Level
Saturation
Hue
Width
Setting
Level
Setting
Adaptive Matrix
Preset Matrix
Preset Select
User Matrix
Level
Phase
User Matrix R-G
User Matrix R-B
User Matrix G-R
User Matrix G-B
User Matrix B-R
User Matrix B-G
Setting
Area Indication
Color Detection
Axis
Hue
Saturation
Test Saw

Skin Detail

Aperture
Matrix

Multi Matrix

Maintenance

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All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
–
No
Yes
Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
–
No
Yes
Yes
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Audio

Audio Input

CH1 Input Select
CH2 Input Select
CH3 Input Select
CH4 Input Select
INPUT1 MIC Reference
INPUT2 MIC Reference
CH1 Wind Filter
CH2 Wind Filter
CH3 Wind Filter
CH4 Wind Filter
CH3 Level Control
CH4 Level Control
CH3 Input Level
CH4 Input Level
Audio Input Level
Limiter Mode
CH1&2 AGC Mode
CH3&4 AGC Mode
AGC Spec
1kHz Tone on Color Bars
CH1 Level
CH2 Level
CH3 Level
CH4 Level
Monitor CH
Monitor Volume
Headphone Out
Alarm Volume
Output Limiter
HDMI Output CH
SDI
HDMI
SDI
HDMI
REF
HDMI Target Device
4K/2K to HD Conv.
Category
LUT Select
Look Profile Select
User 3D LUT Select
SDI1 & Internal Rec
SDI2
HDMI
Viewfinder
SDI2
HDMI

Audio Output

Video

Output On/Off
Output Format

Output Setting
Monitor LUT

Output Display

123

All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

VF Setting

Brightness
Color Mode
Setting
Peaking Type
Frequency
Normal Peaking Level
Color
Color Peaking Level
Setting
Zebra Select
Zebra1 Level
Zebra1 Aperture Level
Zebra2 Level
Setting
Color
Center Marker
Safety Zone
Safety Area
Aspect Marker
Aspect Mask
Aspect Safety Zone
Aspect Safety Area
Aspect Select
User Box
User Box Width
User Box Height
User Box H Position
User Box V Position
100% Marker
Guide Frame

Peaking

Zebra

Marker

124

All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Display On/Off

Setting
Shutter Setting
ND Filter Position
Gain Setting
Rec/Play Status
HXR-IFR5 Rec Control
Color Temp.
Frame Rate / Interval
Battery Remain
Timecode
Audio Manual
Audio Level Meter
Media Status
Focus Position
Iris Position
Zoom Position
SteadyShot
Focus Mode
Focus Area Indicator
Focus Area Ind. (Push AF)
Focus Indicator
Auto Shutter
AGC
Auto Iris
AE Mode
Auto Exposure Level
White Balance Mode
SDI/HDMI Rec Control
Rec Format
Gamma
Timecode Lock
Wi-Fi Condition
Clip Name
Focus Assist Indicator
Focus Area Marker
Video Level Warning
Clip Number
GPS
Level Gauge
Lens Info
Notice Message
Setting
Source

Video Signal Monitor

125

All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

TC/UB

Timecode

Mode
Run
Setting
Reset
TC Format
Display Select
Mode
Setting
Setting
Setting
High Frame Rate Mode
Frame Rate
Setting
Interval Time
Number of Frames
Pre-Lighting
Setting
Cache Rec Time
Setting
Rec Button Set
Setting

TC Display
Users Bit

Recording

HDMI TC Out
S&Q Motion

Interval Rec

Picture Cache Rec
Simul Rec

Thumbnail

SDI/HDMI Rec Control
Display Clip Properties
Set Index Picture
Thumbnail View
Set Shot Mark

Set Clip Flag

Lock/Unlock Clip

Delete Clip
Filter Clips

Customize View

Essence Mark Thumbnail
Clip Thumbnail
Add Shot Mark1
Delete Shot Mark1
Add Shot Mark2
Delete Shot Mark2
Add OK
Add NG
Add KEEP
Delete Clip Flag
Select Clip
Lock All Clips
Unlock All Clips
Select Clip
All Clips
OK
NG
KEEP
None
Thumbnail Caption

126

All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
No
–
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Yes

No
No
No
–
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Yes

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Media

Update Media

Media(A)
Media(B)
Media(A)
Media(B)
SD Card
Auto Naming
Camera ID
Reel Number
Camera Position
Title Prefix
Number Set
Load SD Card
Save SD Card
File ID
Recall Internal Memory
Store Internal Memory
Load SD Card
Save SD Card
File ID
Scene White Data
Load SD Card
Save SD Card
File ID
Current Settings
Load SD Card
Reset
Current Settings
Load SD Card
Reset
Current Settings
Load SD Card
Reset
White Offset R
White Offset B

Format Media

Clip

File

All File

Scene File

User Menu Item

User Gamma

Monitor LUT

Monitor 3D LUT

Lens File

127

All File

Scene File

–
–
–
–
–
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
–
–
Yes
–
–
–
–
No
Yes
–
–
No
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
No
No

–
–
–
–
–
No
No
No
No
No
No
–
–
No
–
–
–
–
Yes
No
–
–
No
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
No
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

System

Base Setting

Shooting Mode
Color Space
Imager Scan Mode
Select
Video Format
RAW Output Format
Reference
<1>
<2>
<3>
<4>
<5>
<6>
Assignable Dial
IRIS Dial
Assignable Dial Direction
IRIS Dial Direction
Rec Lamp
Setting
with Rec Button
with Hand Grip Remote
Zoom Ring Direction
Distortion Comp.
Select
Time Zone
Date Mode
12H/24H
Date
Time
NTSC/PAL Area
Hours(System)
Hours(Reset)
Reset
User Name
Password
Wi-Fi
SSID & Password
Wi-Fi Direct Connection
Client
IP Address
Subnet Mask
MAC Address
Regenerate Password
GPS
Setting

Codec
Rec Format
Genlock
Assignable Button

Assignable Dial

Rec Lamp
Fan Control
HOLD Switch Setting
Lens
Language
Clock Set

Country
Hours Meter

Basic Authentication
Wi-Fi

GPS
IR Remote

128

All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
–
–
–
No
No
Yes
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Yes
Yes

No
No
No
No
No
No
–
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
–
–
–
No
No
No
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
No
No

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Camera Battery Alarm

Low BATT
BATT Empty
DC Low Voltage1
DC Low Voltage2
Near End:Info Battery
End:Info Battery
Near End:Sony Battery
End:Sony Battery
Near End:Other Battery
End:Other Battery
Detected Battery
DC Low Voltage1
DC Low Voltage2
Reset
APR
HD/2K Modulation
Number
Version Up
Ext. Unit Version Number
Ext. Unit Version Up

Camera DC IN Alarm
Ext. Unit Battery Alarm

Ext. Unit DC IN Alarm
All Reset
APR
Camera Config
Version

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All File

Scene File

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
–
–
Yes
–
–
–
–

No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
–
–
No
–
–
–
–

Block Diagrams

See related items in “Setting the Audio to Record” (page 44) and “Setup Menu List” (page 63).

Audio Input (CH1&CH2)

INPUT1

CH1 LEVEL CONTROL
Audio Input Level
Input1
On
AUTO
Side
Internal MIC
Off
MAN
Level + Side
Shoe1
Through

CH1 INPUT
LEVEL
0~10

CH2 INPUT

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