Sony Dsr Pd150 Users Manual

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NTSC/PAL

3CCD Digital Camcorder

DSR-PD150
DSR-PD150P

F o r
P r o f e s s i o n a l
R e s u l t s

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DVCAM FEATURES

Camera Features
The Professional Picture Quality You Demand

Newly Developed 1/3-inch CCD 3CCD Camera System

New 12x Zoom Lens

The DSR-PD150 incorporates three 1/3-inch CCDs with 380,000

This newly developed 12x lens with a 58 mm filter diameter allows

pixels (effective 340,000 pixels), while the DSR-PD150P incorporates

the DSR-PD150 to achieve high picture quality as a 1/3-inch CCD

three 1/3-inch CCDs with 450,000 pixels (effective 400,000 pixels).

camcorder. The camcorder has 530 lines of horizontal resolution,

The 1/3-inch size contributes to the high sensitivity and signal-

allowing you to capture your subject in greater detail.

to-noise ratio. These CCDs are capable of both interlace scan
and progressive scan, which is useful for recording still images

Optical Super SteadyShot™

or shooting a

The DSR-PD150 employs the Super SteadyShot system in which

moving subject

the horizontal and vertical movements are detected independently

and exporting a

by the sensors. The prism system located in the front of the lens

frame

adjusts and optically compensates for unsteadiness, while main-

of

the

image as a still

taining image quality.

picture to a PC.

180,000 dot LCD Precision Black & White Viewfinder
The 0.4 type black and white LCD viewfinder provides 500 lines of
horizontal resolution - more than 20% greater than current color
viewfinders. This enables easier manual focussing.

Recording Features
High Quality Digital Recording

DVCAM/DV Recording

2 ch XLR Audio Input and Supplied Monaural Microphone

The DSR-PD150 adopts the DVCAM format to offer professional

The DSR-PD150 comes with two XLR audio input connectors for

video and audio quality as well as high reliability. For professional

connecting professional microphones. The input level can be

audio editing, an audio lock mode is used. It is also capable of

selected from Mic/Line/Mic

recording and playing back DV format tapes (SP mode only)*.

Attenuator positions. 48 V DC

* During playback of DV recordings, the picture seldom flashes between scenes.
In between scenes where the recording format is changed from DV to DVCAM,
or vice versa, the picture may flash.

power can be supplied. INPUT
1 audio can be recorded on
either CH1, or CH1 and CH2
audio tracks (selected by
switch). One monaural microphone is supplied with the unit.

16-bit/12-bit PCM Digital Sound and Audio Dub Capability
The DSR-PD150 records two channels of audio with the
48kFs/16-bit or 32kFs/12-bit mode. On a pre-recorded tape with
two channels recorded in the
32kFs/12-bit mode, it can
dub additional two channels
through the external mic
input (XLR connectors or
RCA

pin

jacks,

recorded tape only).

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DVCAM FEATURES

Operational Features
Convenient Features for Professional Results

200,000 dot LCD Monitor

Long Recording Time

The DSR-PD150 has a high-resolu-

The power consumption of the DSR-PD150 is only 4.7 W (with

tion color LCD monitor for viewing the

viewfinder). Combined with the optional NP-F960 InfoLITHIUM™

recording picture, or checking the

battery pack, it can record for up to eight hours.

playback picture on location. With its

Continuous Recording Time*
NP-F330 (supplied)
NP-F550 (optional)
NP-F750 (optional)
NP-F960 (optional)

large screen, it is helpful in setting the
menu or audio recording level, as well
as monitoring the camera and audio
status while mounted on a tripod.

With Viewfinder
60 min.
130 min.
265 min.
480 min.

With LCD Monitor
50 min.
110 min.
230 min.
420 min.

* Continuous recording time, indoors at 25°C.
* Simulated picture

Title Function
Manual Functions

When using a cassette with Cassette Memory, the titles can be set and

In addition to the automatic functions, the DSR-PD150 has various

recorded in the Cassette Memory. This information is not superimposed

functions for manual adjustment.

on the video signal, but is displayed during playback. It can be used

•
•
•
•
•

Zoom
Focus
Iris
Shutter speed
Gain
• AE (Auto Exposure) Shift
• White Balance
• Custom Preset

• Audio Recording Level
(Separate or Linked adjustment of
CH1 and CH2)

as an index later. The DSR-PD150 also has a Tape Title function that
displays a title on the tape during the first five seconds of recording.

Fader
There are five fading modes: Black Fade (IN/OUT), Monotone Fade
(fade from Black & White to color), Overlap (last image becomes a
still image and overlaps into the new scene), Wipe and Dot.

(Color Level, Sharpness, White
Balance Shift, AGC Limit)

•
•
•
•

ND Filters (1/4 and 1/32)
Spotlight Button
Backlight Button
Digital Effects
(Still, Flash Motion, Luminance Key,

• Zebra Patterns (100% or 70%)
• Guide Frame
(Vertical and Horizontal alignment of
the subject to guide frame)

Trail, Old Movie)

Digital Still Camera Functions
with Memory Stick
A Memory Stick can be directly
inserted into the DSR-PD150, providing a wide range of added functions.
■ Memory Photo: The camera is switched to the progressive scan mode for
capturing still images. VGA-sized JPEG files are recorded on the Memory Stick
in one of three image quality modes.
Image Quality Mode
Compression ratio
4MB type (supplied)
8MB type (optional)
16MB type (optional)
32MB type (optional)
64MB type (optional)

Super Fine
1/3
20 images
40 images
82 images
164 images
329 images

Fine
1/6
40 images
81 images
164 images
329 images
659 images

Standard
1/10
60 images
122 images
246 images
494 images
988 images

■ Memory Mix*: Using these functions,
images stored on a Memory Stick can
be combined with camera images.

Index Marking
An Index can be marked while recording with the camera or
recording from an external video source.

Time Code Preset
The time code can be preset using any number in H/M/S/F, which will
be one of the methods to number a tape. The time code mode can
be selected between "rec-run" or "free run." User bits can also be set.

• M. CHROM (Memory Chromakey):
The blue area of a still image on the
Memory Stick can be replaced with
a picture from the camera.
• M. LUMI (Memory Luminancekey): The bright part of a still image on the
Memory Stick can be replaced by an image from the camera.
• C. CHROM (Camera Chromakey): A moving picture from the camera can be
superimposed on a still image from the Memory Stick. When shooting a picture
with a blue background, the area of the moving picture will be taken out and the
still picture will be shown.
• M. Overlap (Memory Overlap): The still image on the Memory Stick can be faded
into a moving picture.
* Picture Gear 4.1 LITE (supplied) or higher is recommended when using Memory Mix functions.

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DVCAM FEATURES / SPECIFICATIONS

Digital Program Editing

InfoLITHIUM Battery System

The DSR-PD150 can edit a

The DSR-PD150/150P incorporates the InfoLITHIUM battery

tape using the i.LINK inter-

system. An IC chip is included in the battery and transmits

face. After connecting the

the remaining capacity of the battery, accurate to the minute,

camcorder to a Sony VCR via

to the camcorder.

an i.LINK cable and setting IN

Note: The camcorder will not function when non-InfoLITHIUM batteries such as
NP-710/NP-720 are attached.

and OUT points for up to 20
programs, the camcorder

Battery Charging Function

and VCR will automatically

The DSR-PD150 has a built-in battery charging function

edit the selected portions.

that will automatically charge the battery when the supplied

The camera controls the

AC-L10 cord is connected. The charging status will appear

VCR

on the camcorder LCD indicator, reflecting the recording

through

the

AVC

(Audio/Video Control) of

time possible with the battery's current charge.

the i.LINK interface. The

Note: Battery charging can also be done with the optional AC-VQ800.

accuracy of editing is within
five frames.

Other Functions
• Date Stamping (Superimpose date onto image, selected by menu)
• Interval Recording
• AV to DV Out (Convert analog input signals to DV signals)

DSR-PD150/PD150P Specifications

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INTRODUCTION

A
to the

“handy” addition
DVCAM camcorder family
the

–

DSR-PD150

With the DSR-PD150*, a wide range of features and functions ensures that you acquire the professional pictures
and sound you need. Three newly developed 1/3-inch CCDs capture clear images. The Memory Stick™ function
adds versatility and convenience with still photos and simple in-camera editing using the Memory Mix functions,
while an i.LINK™ interface simplifies data transfer and digital editing. With all of these features and a compact
body, the DSR-PD150 offers you a "handy" alternative for professional shooting in a wide range of applications.
* Two models of the DSR-PD150 are available: the DSR-PD150 for NTSC and the DSR-PD150P for PAL.

DSR-PD150

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Optional Accessories
Some of the following accessories may not be available in certain countries. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office.

NP-F550/NP-F750/ NP-F960

AC-VQ800

VCL-HG1758

VCL-HG0758

VF-58PK

InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack

Battery Charger

Tele Conversion Lens 1.7x

Wide Conversion Lens 0.7x

Filter Kit
PL Filter and Multi-coat Filter

VCT-1170RM

LCH-VX2000
Hard Carrying Case for
DSR-PD150/PD150P

VMC-IL4408/4415/4435
(4-pin to 4-pin)
VMC-IL4615/4635
(4-pin to 6-pin)

CCFD-3L
(4-pin to 6-pin with lock)

MSA-4A/8A/16A/32A/64A

Video Tripod with Remote Control

IC Recording Media Memory Stick

i.LINK Cable

i.LINK Cable

MSAC-PC2

MSAC-FD2M

WRT-805A

WRR-805A

PC Card Adaptor for
Memory Stick

Floppy Disc Adaptor for Memory Stick

UHF Synthesized Wireless Transmitter

UHF Synthesized Portable Tuner
(K-1334 BMP-XLR Conversion Cable is
required for mounting.)

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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
All non-metric weights and measures are approximate.
Sony, DVCAM, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick and
Super SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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