Sony Dsr Pdx10 Users Manual SONY47027_DSR

DSR-PDX10 MANUAL000019322

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3-CCD Digital CamcorderNTSC/PAL

DSR-PDX10

DSR-PDX10P

For

Professional

Results

Newly Developed Mega Pixel 1/4.7-inch Type 3-CCD

Camera System

The DSR-PDX10 incorporates three 1/4.7-inch type Advanced HAD™CCD chips, each

with a total of 1,070,000 pixels. (690,000 effective pixels for video acquisition in 4:3

mode, and 1,000,000 pixels for still-image capture).

14-bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor)

The use of 14-bit A/D conversion combined with 14-bit digital processing drastically

reduces the noise commonly seen across dark areas of a picture. This precision of

digital processing also contributes to expanding the dynamic range of the camera so

that both dark and light areas of a picture are reproduced with more contrast, thus

reducing the wash-out effect.

Advanced HAD CCD Technology

The DSR-PDX10 incorporates the new Advanced HAD CCD technology. This is another

key to reproducing high-quality pictures with reduced noise, even in dark shooting

environments and with dark subjects.

Optical Super SteadyShot®Function

The DSR-PDX10 employs the Super SteadyShot system in which the horizontal and

vertical movements during camera work are detected independently by the sensors.

The active lens adjusts and optically compensates

for unsteadiness, while maintaining image quality.

Switchable 4:3 and

16:9 Recording Modes

The DSR-PDX10 captures images in both 4:3 and

16:9 aspect ratios. This function is easily

selected from the menu.

Precision 16:9 Technology and

Wider Angle of View in 16:9 Mode

Use of the Mega Pixel CCD especially contributes

to providing high resolution pictures in the 16:9

aspect ratio. This also enables an even wider

angle of view in the 16:9 mode.

Custom Presets

The DSR-PDX10 offers a Custom Preset feature, allowing the operator to store and

later recall the desired camera settings. The following camera parameters can be

preset: Color Level, Sharpness, White Balance Shift, AE Shift and AGC Limit

(+6 dB or +12 dB)

Other Features

■530 lines of horizontal resolution

■12x Optical zoom/ 48x Precision digital zoom

■Manual Adjustment:Exposure, Shutter Speed, White Balance

■Program AE:Soft Portrait, Sports Lesson,

Beach & Ski, Sunset & Moon, Landscape

■Spot Light/Back Light

■Fader

■Zebra Patterns (100% or 70%)

■Guide Frame

■Index Marking

■Date Stamping (on to camera recording picture)

■Digital Effect (5 modes)

■Auto Drum Stop

CAMERA FEATURES

A new addition to the DVCAM®camcorder family,

the Sony DSR-PDX10*1with its 3-CCD Mega Pixel Camera System

provides superb picture quality in both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios.

Within its compact body, this camcoder incorporates sophisticated

features, including a USB port for streaming video and audio,

and a Memory Stick®media card*2function that adds convenience

to MPEG movie and still-picture recording. With a wide range of

features, the DSR-PDX10 offers new opportunities in a variety of

professional applications.

*1 In this brochure, the DSR-PDX10 refers to both the DSR-PDX10 (NTSC model) and the DSR-PDX10P (PAL model)

*2 One 8-MB Memory Stick media card is supplied. A portion of memory is used for data management functions.

Higher Resolution in 16:9 Mode Angle of View

Conventional System

DSR-PDX10 (1.07 Mega Pixel CCD)

The higher “Mega Pixel” count allows

a sufficient amount of pixels to be used

in 16:9 mode

Less pixels are used to reproduce the 16:9 area

Angle of view in 4:3 mode

4:3 picture

image area

16:9 picture

image area

Wider angle of view in 16:9 mode

Total effective pixels on CCD

Pixel

Pixel

less

than

480

lines

more

than

480

lines

Function Keys (rear of the camcorder)

Function keys frequently used during shooting

are located on the rear of the camcorder.

Focus, Spot Meter and Playback Zoom. Moreover, the touch-panel function helps in selecting

and viewing pictures on the Memory Stick media card loaded into the camcorder.

InfoLITHIUM®‘M series’ Battery System

The DSR-PDX10 incorporates the InfoLITHIUM ‘M series’ Battery System. An IC chip is

included in the battery and transmits the remaining capacity of the battery, accurate to

the minute, to the camcorder.

Still-Picture Recording (Progressive Shutter System)

The DSR-PDX10 incorporates a digital-still camera function used in combination with

the Memory Stick media card. Thanks to the Mega Pixel CCDs, still pictures with

Mega Pixel quality can be recorded to the Memory Stick media card. The image size

can be 640 x 480 (VGA) or 1152 x 864, and picture quality can be selected from

Superfine, Fine or Standard modes. Up to 1,978 images at 640 x 480 size, or up to

608 images at 1152 x 864 size can be recorded on an optional 128 MB type

Memory Stick media card in Standard mode. Still images can also be recorded onto

DVCAM/DV tape when in the Tape Photo mode.

MPEG Movie Recording

Moving pictures and audio can be recorded on the Memory Stick media card in the

MPEG-1 format. The image size can be chosen from Presentation mode (320 x 240)

or Video Mail mode (160 x 112). Up to 85 minutes of recording is available on a

128-MB Memory Stick media card in the Video Mail mode. Either the camera output

or tape playback pictures can be converted to the MPEG-1 format and recorded to the

Memory Stick media card.

Other Features

■Digital Program Editing* allows auto

assembly-like editing without an

edit controller.

■Memory Mix: Images stored on a

Memory Stick media card can be

combined with the camera images

and recorded to the camcorder tape.

■TC/User Bit Preset Capability

■Audio Dubbing

(only for DVCAM recorded tape)

■Color Bar (BARS)

■Hour Meter

*Frame accuracy is not guaranteed.

Compact and Lightweight

The DSR-PDX10 is a highly portable, hand-held type camcorder which weighs 1050 g

(2 lb 5 oz) with a battery and tape. This mobility is a major asset in the field of

professional acquisition.

XLR 2-ch Audio Adaptor

The DSR-PDX10 comes equipped with two XLR audio input connectors for connecting

professional microphones. The input level can be selected from Mic/Line/Mic

Attenuator positions. Both channels offer low-cut filter ON/OFF selection as well as

+48 V DC mic power. INPUT 1 audio can be recorded on either CH1, or both CH1 and

CH2 audio tracks (selected by a switch). The recording level of CH1 and CH2 can be

controlled independently when the XLR adaptor is used.

USB Streaming Function

The DSR-PDX10 can stream video and audio via its USB port. In Camera mode, video

and audio are captured and converted to motion JPEG signals in real-time, and

subsequently streamed. Similarly in the VCR mode, the playback signal is converted to

motion JPEG and streamed through the USB port.

180,000-Dot Precision Black-and-White LCD Viewfinder

The 0.44-inch type black-and-white LCD viewfinder provides 500 lines of horizontal

resolution. This enables easy manual focusing.

3.5-inch* Type 246,400-Dot Precision Color LCD Monitor

The DSR-PDX10 incorporates a high-resolution color LCD monitor for monitoring the

picture during recording, or checking the playback picture on location.

*Viewable area measured diagonally.

Touch Panel Operation

The LCD monitor also provides touch-panel control.

This allows operators to adjust frequently used

camera functions by simply touching the area of

the image on the LCD where they want to make an

alteration. Touch-adjustable features include Spot

VTR FEATURES

Recording/Playback of the DVCAM/DV (SP mode) Format

The DSR-PDX10 uses the DVCAM format to offer professional video and audio quality

as well as professional reliability. The DVCAM format uses 8-bit digital component

recording with a 5:1 compression ratio and a sampling rate of 4:1:1(for 525/60)/4:2:0

(for 625/50). The unique compression algorithm provides excellent picture quality and

superb multi-generation performance. The wider 15 µm track pitch, as compared to

the 10 µm track pitch for the DV format, provides high reliability for professional

editing results. The DVCAM format also incorporates an Audio Lock function to provide

professional audio-editing capabilities. The DSR-PDX10 is capable of recording and

playing back DV-format tapes (SP mode only) if a longer operating time is required.

(Up to 60 minutes with a mini-size cassette).

Various Interfaces

■i.LINK®(DV) interface

■Analog Audio, Video In/Out (AV-mini, S-Video)

■USB (Mini-B)

■Headphone (Stereo-mini)

■Remote (LANC)

*i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product

is equipped with an IEEE 1394 connector. i.LINK stands for IEEE

1394-1995 standards and their revisions. is the logo for

products that implement i.LINK. All products with an i.LINK

connector may not communicate with each other. Please refer to

the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK

connector for information on compatibility, operating conditions,

and proper connection. For information on any Sony device hav-

ing an i.LINK connection contact Sony at 1-800-686-7669.

CONVENIENT FEATURES

XLR 2-ch Audio Input Adaptor (terminal)

Touch Panel LCD Monitor

XLR 2-ch Audio Input Adaptor (Select Switch)

Continuous Recording Time (approx.)

DSR-PDX10 DSR-PDX10P

With Viewfinder With LCD Monitor With Viewfinder With LCD Monitor

NP-FM50 90 min. 70 min. 95 min. 75 min.

NP-QM71 225 min. 180 min. 235 min. 185 min.

NP-QM91 345 min. 275 min. 360 min. 285 min.

*Continuous Recording Time: Indoor at 77 °F.

Function Keys (LCD panel side)

InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack

NP-QM91/NP-QM71/NP-FM50

AC/DC Adaptor/Charger

AC-SQ950D

Hard Carrying Case

LC-PD100TH

Electret Condenser Microphone

ECM-670

ECM-672

Microphone Holder

CAC-12

Memory Stick

MSA-16A (16 MB)

MSA-32A (32 MB)

MSA-64A (64 MB)

MSA-128A (128 MB)

ECM-670

NP-QM91

MSA-64A

ECM-NV1 Monaural Microphone

AC-L10 AC Adaptor

NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack

RMT-811 Remote Commander and R6 Batteries (x2)

MSA-8A IC Recording Media "Memory Stick" media card

XLR Adaptor (with a microphone holder)

USB Cable

Image Mixer for SONY / USB Driver Software CD-ROM

Stereo AV Cable (AV mini plug to RCA pin plug)

Lens Hood

Wide Lens Hood

Hood Cap

Carrying Belt

Lens 12:1 Variable speed zoom lens

f 3.6 to 43.2 mm, F 1.6 to 2.8; Filter Diameter 37 mm

Video (4:3): f 49 to 588 mm*/(16:9): f 41 to 492 mm*,

Still: f 41 to 492 mm* *35 mm equivalent

Focus Auto/Manual (ring)/Infinity/One push auto

Imaging Device Three 1/4.7-inch type CCDs, 1,070,000 pixels (gross)

White Balance Auto/One-push/Out door (5800 K)/Indoor (3200 K)

Shutter Speed 1/4 to 1/10,000 (S) (DSR-PDX10),

1/3 to 1/10,000 (S) (DSR-PDX10P)

Exposure Auto/Manual

Minimum Illumination 7 lx

Horizontal Resolution 530 TV lines

Viewfinder 180,000-dot black and white LCD, Zebra Pattern

Audio Signal Rec 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit

Play 48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit, 32 kHz/16-bit,

44.1 kHz/16-bit

Built-in Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone

Built-in Speaker Dynamic speaker

LCD TFT Active Matrix, 3.5-inch type, 246,400 dots (1120 x 220)

Tape Speed Approx. 28.2 mm/s (DVCAM mode)

Approx. 18.8 mm/s (DV SP mode)

Maximum Recording Time 40 minutes (DVCAM mode, with PDVM-40ME)

60 minutes (DV SP mode, with PDVM-40ME)

Video Signal EIA Standard, NTSC color system (DSR-PDX10)

CCIR Standard, PAL color system (DSR-PDX10P)

Connectors

Audio (LINE)/Video IN/OUT

AV-mini jack x1

S-Video IN/OUT Mini-DIN 4-pin jack x1

MIC IN Stereo mini jack x1

i.LINK IN/OUT 4-pin jack x1

Headphone Stereo mini jack x1

LANC Stereo mini-mini jack x1

USB Mini-B x1

XLR Audio Adaptor XLR 3-pin female x2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+ATT.)

Audio IN +48 V (ON/OFF)

Operating Temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)

Storage Temperature -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C)

Power Requirements DC 7.2 V (Battery), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor)

Power Consumption 5.2 W (DSR-PDX10), 5.0 W (DSR-PDX10P) with view finder

6.5 W (DSR-PDX10), 6.3 W (DSR-PDX10P) with LCD

Dimensions (W x H x D) 33/4x 4 x 8 inches (93 x 99 x 202 mm) (camcorder only)

Weight 2 lb 1 oz (950 g) (camcorder only)

Specifications

Supplied Accessories

Optional Accessories

113 (41/2)

117 (45/8)308 (121/4)

202 (8)93 (33/4)

99 (4)

180.6 (71/8)

Dimensions

i.LINK Cable

VMC-IL4415 (1.5 m, 4-pin to 4-pin)

VMC-IL4435 (3.5 m, 4-pin to 4-pin)

VMC-IL4615 (1.5 m, 4-pin to 6-pin)

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

ND Filter and Protector

VF-R37K

PL Filter and MC Protector

VF-37CPKS

VF-R37K

Unit: mm (inches)

VMC-IL4415

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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 is a registered trademark of Sony.

Advanced HAD, Super SteadyShot, InfoLITHIUM are trademarks of Sony.

DVCAM, i.LINK, Memory Stick and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony.

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