For XDCAM, sent in a format like “200 MXF DISK 1” (200 is a response code). Syntax: SITE FUNC SITE UMMD When C*.MXF file is sent with the STOR, the copy source UMID is saved if this command is invoked immediately before the STOR command. Syntax: SITE UMMD • This command remains in effect until a STOR command is executed, or (if no STOR command is executed) until the FTP connection is terminated. • If a SITE UMMD command is executed after this command, the SITE UMMD command takes priority and this command is discarded. • If this command is executed several times in sequence, the last command takes priority. Syntax: SITE TCPR Input example: SITE TCPR 00050001 (The starting timecode is preset to 01:00:05:00.) SITE DF Chapter 8 File Operations Acquires the amount of free disc space. Syntax: SITE DF SITE CHMOD Locks and unlocks clips. Also sets permissions for directories and files in the General directory. Syntax: SITE CHMOD Specify one of the following values in , according to the specification in . FTP File Operations 239 Recording Continuous Timecode with FAM and FTP Connections When you are connected to the unit by FAM or FTP, you can create new clips with timecode that is continuous with the timecode of the last frame of the last clip on the disc. To record continuous timecode, set PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to “REGEN”, and then proceed as follows. FAM connection Write clip files to the unit from the computer or other device that is connected to this unit. FTP connection Use the “STOR” command to transfer clip files from the computer that is connected to this unit. If you issue the “SITE UMMD” command immediately before the “STOR” command, the original timecode of the transferred file is recorded, regardless of the setting of PRESET/ REGEN/CLOCK switch. Chapter 8 File Operations 240 Recording Continuous Timecode with FAM and FTP Connections 9 Maintenance Testing the Camcorder before Shooting 4 After confirming that the disc is not write-protected, load the disc and close the disc compartment lid. Testing the camera Check the functions of the camcorder before setting out for a shooting session, preferably by operating the camcorder together with a color video monitor. Chapter 9 Maintenance Chapter Set the switches and selectors as follows. 1 Preparations for testing 4 1 3 2 34 5 6 1 Iris switch: Automatic 2 Zoom selector: SERVO/MAN 3 VDR SAVE/STBY switch: SAVE 4 GAIN selector: Set as low as possible. 5 OUTPUT/DCC switch: BARS 6 WHITE BAL switch: A or B 2 1 Attach a fully charged battery pack. 2 Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID indicator does not appear and that the BATT indicator shows at least five segments. • If the HUMID indicator appears, wait until it disappears. • If the BATT indicator does not show at least five segments, replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. 3 Check that there are no obstructions near the disc compartment, and then press the EJECT button to open the disc compartment lid. Testing the viewfinder 1 Adjust the position of the viewfinder. 2 Check that the color bars are displayed on the viewfinder screen, and adjust the BRIGHT, CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best color bar display. Testing the Camcorder before Shooting 241 3 Check each of the following operations. Chapter 9 Maintenance • The menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen. • Turn the MENU knob and check that the menu page changes to the next page. • Press the MENU knob and check that settings of each item of the selected page are displayed. • Turn the MENU knob and check that b moves within the page. • Press the MENU knob and check that b placed before the item changes to z and z placed before the setting of the item changes to ?. • Turn the MENU knob and check that the setting of the selected item changes. 4 Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM, and change the FILTER selector position in the sequence of 1, 2, 3 and 4. Check that the FILTER indicator on the viewfinder screen displays the correct numbers. 5 Carry out of the following operations, and check that the ! indicator lights if the corresponding item has been turned on on the ‘!’ LED page of the USER menu. • Set the gain to anything but 0 dB by using the GAIN selector and the GAIN SW page of the OPERATION menu. • Set the SHUTTER selector to ON. • Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. • Use the lens extender. • Set the reference value of the auto iris to other than the standard value. 6 242 Flick the SHUTTER selector from ON to SELECT repeatedly, and check that the shutter setting changes on the viewfinder screen. 7 Pointing the camera at a suitable subject, focus the camera and check the picture on the viewfinder screen. 8 Set both of the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT, and check that when sound is input to a microphone connected to the MIC IN connector on the front of the Testing the Camcorder before Shooting camcorder, the audio level indicators appear on the viewfinder screen. 9 Check that setting the ZEBRA switch to ON and OFF makes the zebra pattern appear and disappear on the viewfinder screen. Note The results of checking in steps 3 to 9 may not be as expected, depending on the settings relating to the viewfinder display function. In this case, set the desired items on the VF DISP 1 and VF DISP 2 pages of the USER menu. For details, see “Selecting the display items” on page 201. Testing the iris and zoom functions 1 Set the zoom to automatic zoom mode and check that the power zoom operates correctly. 2 Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the zoom functions manually. 3 Set the iris switch on the lens to AUTO and point the camera at objects of different brightness. Check that the automatic iris adjustment operates correctly. 4 Set the iris switch on the lens to MANUAL and check that turning the iris ring manually adjusts the iris correctly. 5 Set the iris switch on the lens back to AUTO and check the following points when the GAIN selector is moved from L to M to H. • Even when the brightness of the object does not change, the iris is automatically adjusted in accordance with the change in the gain setting.. • The gain indicator on the viewfinder screen changes to correspond to the change in setting. 6 8 • The indication “EX” appears at the top left on the viewfinder screen. • The auto iris functions correctly. 9 Testing the VDR Check that fast reverse playback and normal playback are performed. 1 Set the VDR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE and check that the SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes on. 2 Set the VDR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY and check that the SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes off. 3 4 5 10 Press the STOP button again, then Check that the image of the beginning of the current or previous clip is displayed. 11 Press the NEXT button, and check that the image of the beginning of the next clip is displayed. (2) Testing the automatic audio level adjusting functions Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT. Set the switches located below the color LCD as follows. 2 BRIGHT button: H, M or L DISP SEL/EXPAND button: STATUS DISPLAY switch: COUNTER Set the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switches to AUTO. 3 Set the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches to F (FRONT). 4 Aim the microphone connected to the MIC IN connector at a suitable sound source. Check that the level indications for channels 1 to 4 correspond to the sound level, respectively. Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET, and set the F-RUN/ SET/R-RUN to R-RUN. Press the REC START button and check the following points. Press the REC START button again. Check that recording stops and that the REC indicator in the viewfinder goes off. 7 press the PREV button. 1 • The indication in the counter display on each of the LCD monitor and monochrome LCD is changing. • The REC indicator in the viewfinder is on. • The RF and SERVO indicators on the color LCD are off. 6 Press the STOP button, then press the F FWD button. Check that playback stops and fast forward playback are performed. Perform tests (1) to (7) consecutively. (1) Testing the recording and playback functions Press the F REV button, then press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Repeat the checks of steps 5 and 6, this time using the VTR button on the lens. Press the RESET/RETURN button and check that the indication in the counter display on each of the LCD monitor and monochrome LCD is “00:00:00:00”. Chapter 9 Maintenance If an extender mechanism is incorporated in your lens, put the extender lever of the lens into the 2× position and check the following points. (3) Testing the manual audio level adjusting functions 1 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT. 2 Turn the MIC LEVEL control. Check that the channel-1 and -2 audio level meters on the LCD monitor and monochrome LCD show more and more segments as you turn the control counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camcorder. Testing the Camcorder before Shooting 243 1 Turn the MONITOR volume control and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly. Perform the operations of steps 1 and 2 explained in “(5) Testing external microphones”. 2 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT. 2 Connect an earphone to the front or rear EARPHONE jack. 3 3 Check that the speaker sound is cut off and that you can hear the sound from the microphone in the earphone. Perform the operations of steps 4 and 5 explained in “(5) Testing external microphones”. 4 Turn the MONITOR volume control and check that the earphone volume changes accordingly. 5 Connect the earphone to the other EARPHONE jack. Check the earphone as in step 3. (4) Testing the earphone and speaker Chapter 9 Maintenance 1 If the audio level meters on the color and monochrome LCDs and the audio level indicators in the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level, the function of the XLR connection automatic detection is working correctly. If it does not reflect the changing sound level, the function of the XLR connection automatic detection function is off. Set REAR XLR AUTO to “ON” on the VDR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu. If it does not reflect even after making this setting, the XLR connection automatic detection function does not work correctly. (5) Testing external microphones 1 Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors. 2 Set the +48V/OFF switches as follows. • If the connected microphone is of the internal power supply type, set the switch to OFF. • If the connected microphone is of the external power supply type, set the switch to +48V. 3 Set the AUDIO IN switches to REAR. 4 Aim the microphones at a sound source. 5 Check that the audio level meters on the LCD monitor and monochrome LCD and the audio level indicators in the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level. (6) Checking the XLR connection automatic detection function Before starting to check, remove the front microphone connected to the MIC IN connector if it is connected. 244 Testing the Camcorder before Shooting (7) Checking the user bit and timecode functions 1 Set the user bits as required. For the operation, see “Setting the user bits” on page 74. 2 Set the timecode. For the operation, see “Setting the timecode” on page 74. 3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN. 4 Press the REC START button, and check that recording starts and that the timecode indication in the counter display changes. 5 Press the REC START button again, and check that recording stops and that the timecode indication stops changing. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and check that the timecode indication starts changing again and continues to change even when you restart recording and stop recording again. 7 Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT, and check that the user bit data that was set is displayed. Maintenance Chapter 9 Maintenance 6 Cleaning the viewfinder Use a dust blower to clean the CRT screen and mirror inside the viewfinder barrel. Clean the lens and protecting filter with a commercially available lens cleaner. Caution Never use organic solvents such as thinners. Disassembling the eyepiece for cleaning 1 4 1 2 1 Viewfinder barrel 2 Eyecup holder 3 Protecting filter 4 Packing ring 5 Eyecup 1 3 2 4 5 3 Detach the eyepiece from the viewfinder barrel. For the detaching procedure, see “Detaching the eyepiece” on page 41. 2 Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder. 3 Remove the protecting filter, together with the packing ring, from inside the eyecup holder. 4 Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring. Maintenance 245 Fog-proof filter Chapter 9 Maintenance Depending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting filter may mist because of vapor or your breath. To ensure that the viewfinder is always clear, replace the protecting filter with a fog-proof filter (option, part No. 1-547-341-11). Fitting the fog-proof filter Replace the protecting filter on the packing ring with the fog-proof filter. Be sure to correctly assemble the fog-proof filter, the packing ring, and the eyecup so that the reassembled eyepiece is waterproof. Note When cleaning the fog-proof filter, wipe it very gently with a soft cloth to avoid damaging the anti-fogging coating. Note about the battery terminal The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable part. The unit may not operate 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. If you notice bending, deformation, or surface corrosion, contact your dealer or a Sony service representative as soon as possible to have the battery terminal replaced. Periodic inspections are recommended to keep the unit working properly and to prolong its usable lifetime. Contact your dealer or a Sony service representative for more information about inspections. 246 Maintenance If a problem occurs when the camcorder is powered or is being operated, a warning is issued by various visible and audible indicators. These visible and audible indicators are: • In the status display on the LCD monitor: a warning message (“A” in the “Layout of the table of warning messages” below) and a warning indication (“B”) • The WARNING indicator on the side panel of the camcorder (“C”), and a warning sound from the speaker and earphones (“D”) • In the viewfinder: a warning message (“A”), and an indicator above or below the viewfinder screen (“E”) Chapter 9 Maintenance Operation Warnings The volume of the warning sound can be adjusted with the ALARM knob. Set the ALARM knob to the minimum position to suppress the sound. Layout of the table of warning messages A Warning indication State WARNING indicator Warning sound REC/TALY BATT B C D E Problem VDR operation E Action to take • The operation of the WARNING indicator and the indicators in the viewfinder is represented by graphic symbols as follows. : Continuous : 1 flash/s : 4 flashes/s • The warning sounds are represented by graphic symbols as follows. : Continuous beep : 1 beep/s : 4 beeps/s Operation Warnings 247 Cache Full! Verify ERR! ILL REC! MEM Full! Chapter 9 Maintenance Error**-** a) Warning messages 248 Warning indication State — — WARNING indicator Warning sound REC/TALLY BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Recording error Recording stops. Turn off the power and consult a Sony service representative. Warning indication State — — WARNING indicator Warning sound b) b) REC/TALLY b) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Shockproof memory overflow Recording continues but may be substandard. Protect the unit from shocks and vibrations. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY — — Warning sound b) b) b) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Input sync error Recording continues but may be substandard. Turn off the power and contact a Sony service representative. (This indication may be given momentarily when a GENLOCK signal is connected or disconnected, but this does not indicate a problem.) WARNING indicator REC/TALLY Warning indication State — — Warning sound b) b) b) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take An error was detected in the signals recorded on the disc. Recording continues but may be substandard. Exchange the disc. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY — — b) Warning sound — b) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Cache memory became full during a Disc Exchange Change mode operation. Video and audio recording may be interrupted. Exchange the disc quickly. Operation Warnings Disc Error! HUMID! Before Full h) Near MAX # DISC FULL! d) MAX # Clips State — — WARNING indicator Warning sound b) b) REC/TALLY b) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take A disc defect was detected. Recording continues, avoiding the defect, but may be substandard. If defects are detected repeatedly, exchange the disc. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY — — Warning sound b) b) b) BATT Chapter 9 Maintenance Warning indication — c) Problem VDR operation Action to take Condensation on the optical pickup Recording/playback continues but stops when an error occurs on the drive. Stop recording/ playback, turn off the power, then turn it on again, and wait until the HUMID indicator disappears. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY DISC flash f) Warning sound b) BATT — b) Problem VDR operation Action to take Disc almost full. Operation continues. Be prepared to exchange the disc. WARNING indicator REC/TALLY Warning indication State — — Warning sound BATT — b) (only when recording the 300th clip) d) Problem VDR operation Action to take Nine or fewer clips remain until the upper limit of 300 is reached. Operation continues. Be prepared to exchange the disc. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY DISC and E flash g) d) Warning sound d) BATT — d) Problem VDR operation Action to take Disc full. Recording stops. Exchange the disc. Warning indication State — — WARNING indicator d) Warning sound d) REC/TALLY BATT — d) Problem VDR operation Action to take The upper limit of 300 recorded clips reached. Cannot record. Exchange the disc. Operation Warnings 249 MAX # Files LOW BATT! h) ACC Sensor!/ Skew Sensor High TEMP! BATT EMPTY! Chapter 9 Maintenance Warning indication State — — WARNING indicator d) d) REC/TALLY d) BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take The upper limit of files reached. Cannot record. Exchange the disc. Warning indication State WARNING indicator BATT flash f) Warning sound e) REC/TALLY BATT e) Problem VDR operation Battery almost exhausted. Operation continues. Replace the battery. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY BATT and E flash g) Problem Action to take Warning sound VDR operation Battery exhausted. Operation stops. Warning indication State WARNING indicator — — BATT Action to take Replace the battery. Warning sound REC/TALLY BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Internal temperature high. Operation continues. Power the unit off and move it to a cool place. Warning indication State WARNING indicator REC/TALLY — — Warning sound BATT — Problem VDR operation Action to take Internal drive sensor error Operation continues. Protect the unit from shocks and vibrations, turn off the power, and contact a Sony service representative. a) Asterisks (*) are replaced by digits in the display. b) During recording c) During playback, fast forward, fast reverse, or stop d) During recording pause e) During recording or pause f) 1 flash/s g) 4 flashes/s h) During recording, displayed in the LCD monitor only (When the DISP SEL/EXPAND button is set to STATUS) For details about the warning displays and alarm messages on the viewfinder, see the next item. 250 Warning sound Operation Warnings Operation/alarm messages Operation and alarm messages are displayed in the operation/alarm message display area (see page 36) of the viewfinder screen. The unit is operating in Auto Interval Rec mode (**M**S: Indicates the shooting interval in minutes and seconds). MANU INTERVAL *FRAME The unit is operating in the singleshot mode of Manual Interval Rec mode (*FRAME: Indicates the number of frames recorded in one shot). INTERVAL **S (M/H) *FRAME The unit is operating in the consecutive mode of Manual Interval Rec mode (**S (M/H): Indicates the trigger interval, in seconds (minutes or hours), *FRAME: Indicates the number of frames recorded in one shot). Disc Damage A disc that cannot be recorded was inserted. To record, exchange the disc. Non AV Full MAX # Files Over DUR! The disc is full. Exchange or format the disc. DI read err The disc was not recognized. Try Read err ejecting the disc and inserting it DRV ADJ err again. Or exchange the disc. Run Salvage A disc that requires salvage was inserted. To record on the disc, eject the disc, insert it again, and execute salvage processing. Salvage NG! Salvage processing failed. For details, see “Handling of discs when recording does not end normally (salvage function)” on page 80. LOW LIGHT Depending on the setting, the subject illumination is inadequate. ON-BOARD BATTERY EMPTY The backup battery of the internal DCP EEPROM DATA NG! DR EEPROM DATA NG! DCP/DR EEPROM DATA NG! If this message continues to appear even after the unit is powered off and on again several times, then the factory adjustment data is invalid. Contact a Sony service representative. clock is empty. a) Salvage XXXX The loaded disc cannot be salvaged by this unit. The “XXXX” in the message is a code for XDCAM devices that can salvage the disc. Refer to the list of device codes (see page 81) and salvage the disc using one of the indicated devices. REC INHI.! The Write Inhibit tab of the disc is in the recording disabled position, or salvage processing needs to be done on the loaded disc. Set the tab to the recording enabled position. Or eject the disc, insert it again, and perform salvage processing. 1080/50i 1080/25P 1080/59.94i 1080/29.97P 1080/23.98P 720/50P 720/59.94P 625/50i 525/59.94i This appears when mixed format recording mode is disabled and the current resolution or system frequency setting of this unit does not match the resolution or system frequency of the inserted disc. To carry out recording operations, exchange the disc, or change the resolution or system frequency setting of this unit, or enable mixed format recording mode. a) Contact a Sony service representative to replace the battery. VDR operation messages are displayed in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen (see page 35). Take the actions listed in the following table. ILL. Disc! A disc that cannot be used by this unit was inserted. Insert another Professional Disc. ILL. Index! Index file or file system error. No FS! Exchange or format the disc. Unknown FS! No Support! A recorded clip cannot be handled by this unit. Exchange or format the disc. FORMAT NG! The disc could not be formatted automatically. Exchange the disc. Chapter 9 Maintenance AUTO INTERVAL **M**S Operation Warnings 251 Chapter 9 Maintenance HD422 1080 HD422 720 HD420 1080 HD420 720 IMX50 Clip IMX40 Clip IMX30 Clip DVCAM 8CHx16 Clip 4CHx24 Clip 2CHx16 Clip This appears when mixed format recording mode is disabled and the current recording format of this unit does not match the recording format of the inserted disc. To carry out recording operations, exchange the disc, or change the recording format of this unit, or enable mixed format recording mode. Clip Top! Clip End! In single clip playback mode, the specified operation is not possible because playback has reached the top or end of the clip. Formatting! The disc is being automatically formatted. Wait until the format ends. Recording The unit is writing to the file system. Wait until writing finishes. Mixed REC! This appears when mixed format recording mode is disabled and the current recording format of this unit does not match the recording format of the inserted disc. To carry out recording operations, exchange the disc, or change the recording format of this unit, or enable mixed format recording mode. No EM Space Essence marks cannot be inserted. EM Full! For details, see “Recording essence marks” on page 87. Index File! There is an unsupported index file on the disc to which you are trying to record. Exchange or format the disc. File System There is an unsupported file system on the disc to which you are trying to record. Exchange or format the disc. ILL. PLAY! An A/V phase error occurred during playback. Stop the disc. Lid Closed! The lid of the disc compartment does not open. Check the lid. Lid Open! An attempt was made to perform an operation that cannot be performed when the picture cache function is enabled. The operation will be ignored. Disc Exchag! An attempt was made to perform an operation that cannot be performed when the disc exchange cache function is enabled. The operation will be ignored. SB CLP mode An essence mark or clip flag operation was attempted while the SUB CLIP indicator was lit. Press the SUB CLIP/DISC MENU button to turn the indicator off and try again. No SEL List No clip list is selected. Create a new clip list, or load a clip list from the disc. The lid of the disc compartment is not closed. Close it securely. No List! There is no clip list. Create a clip list. No Clip! There are no clips recorded on the disc. Exchange for a recorded disc. No SUB Clip There are no sub clips in the clip list. Register a sub clip, or load another clip list. No Disc! There is no disc loaded. Insert a disc and try the operation again. SUB Clip NG The In and Out point positions are invalid. Set correct In and Out points. STOP ONCE! The operation is not possible REC mode! while the disc is being played or recorded. Stop the disc. 252 Cache REC! Loading! Unloading! An operation was attempted while a disc was loading or unloading. Wait for the disc to finish loading or unloading and try again. Disc Top! Disc End! The operation is not possible because the disc is at the top or end. Operation Warnings MAX# SB CLP The total number of sub clips is over the upper limit (300). Resolution An attempt was made to register a clip in a clip list with a different resolution. CL OVER DUR The total duration of sub clips in the current clip list is over the upper limit (24 hours). NVRAM NG! An error was detected while accessing internal memory. Power the unit off and contact a Sony service representative. Update Err! A firmware update failed. Power the unit off and contact a Sony service representative. Unknown USB An unsupported USB device was connected to this unit. NO USB MEMORY! A USB flash drive write operation was attempted with no USB flash drive connected. USB MEMORY INHIBIT! USB M. INHI A write inhibited USB flash drive was connected with MEMORY REC on the MEMORY REC page of the OPERATION menu set to ENABL. USB MEMORY ERROR! The connected USB flash drive was not usable when a USB flash drive write operation was attempted. M. shortage A USB flash drive write operation was attempted without enough free memory in the USB flash drive. MEM REC NG! A USB flash drive write operation failed with MEMORY REC on the MEMORY REC page of the OPERATION menu set to ENABL. M. access! An attempt was made to switch GUI screens during a USB flash drive write operation. Alarm messages during thumbnail search, scene selection, and clip list operations An alarm message may appear in the LCD monitor during thumbnail search, scene selection, and clip list operations. In that case, take the action indicated in the following table. Cannot Expand Clip any Further. The clip cannot be expanded into more blocks. This alarm appears when the DISP SEL/EXPAND button is pressed when the number of blocks is maximum, or when the duration of an expanded thumbnail is one frame. Selected Essence Mark Does not Exist. The selected essence mark does not exist. This alarm appears in the essence mark selection screen when the specified essence mark does not exist on the disc. Sub Clip is Invalid. Set Appropriate IN/OUT Points. The temporal relationship between the specified In and Out points in a TRIM operation (see page 131) is not correct. Reset so that the value of the Out point timecode is larger than the value of the In point timecode. Duration of One Clip List must be Less than 24 Hours. The total duration of the current clip list exceeds the upper limit of 24 hours as the result of an Add Sub Clips (see page 129) or Trim Sub Clip (see page 131) operation. No More Sub Clips can be Added to the Clip List. The total number of the sub clips of the current clip list exceeds the upper limit of 300 as the result of an Add Sub Clips (see page 129) or Trim Sub Clip (see page 131) operation. Chapter 9 Maintenance FAN Stopped The main unit or drive fan has DR-FAN Stop stopped. Avoid use under high temperatures, turn off the power, and contact a Sony service representative. Sub Clip does An attempt is made to execute a not Exist. Move Sub Clips (see page 131), Trim Sub Clip (see page 131), Delete Sub Clips (see page 132), or Set Start Time Code (see page 132) operation with no sub clips in the current clip list. Clip List does An attempt is made to execute a not Exist. Delete Clip List operation (see page 134) when there are no clip lists on the disc. Move is Invalid. An attempt is made to execute a Move Sub Clips operation (see page 131) when there are no sub clip in the current clip list, or when there is only one. Shot Mark does not Exist. An attempt is made to execute a Delete Shot Mark (see page 118) operation on a clip with no shot marks recorded in. Operation Warnings 253 Chapter 9 Maintenance Chapter does An attempt was made to display a not Exist. nonexistent chapter. Some Essence An attempt is made to delete an Mark cannot essence mark that cannot be be Deleted. deleted with a Delete Essence Mark operation. Rec Start and Cut essence marks cannot be deleted. Some Essence An attempt is made to move an Mark cannot essence mark that cannot be be Moved. moved with a Move Essence Mark operation. Rec Start and Cut essence marks cannot be moved. Command Disabled. Clip is Locked. An attempt was made to execute the Format Disc command with Disable “Format Disc” set to “Disable”. An attempt is made to delete a clip, set the clip thumbnail, or delete a shot mark when the clip is locked. All Clips are Locked. An attempt is made to execute a Lock All Clips operation when all clips are already locked. All Clips are Unlocked. An attempt is made to execute an Unlock All Clips operation when all clips are already unlocked. A File with A file name that was specified in a the Name you Set Clip Name operation already Specified exists. Already Exists. Specify a Different Name. Set NAMING An attempt was made to rename a FORM to clip with Set Clip Name when “free” NAMING FORM is not set to “FREE” (see page 99). 254 “No Flash Drive” In the media selection screen of the Load Planning Metadata/ Select Drive command, “USB Flash Drive” was selected with no USB flash drive connected. Not Loaded. A command related to planning metadata was executed with no planning metadata loaded. Try again after loading planning metadata. Operation Warnings Syntax Error! Loading of planning metadata failed because of a syntax error. Correct the error and try loading it again. Irregular Disc is Used. Use Professional Disc. The inserted disc cannot be recorded or played. This unit can record and play Professional Discs. Insert a Professional Disc. The Disc Write Protect TAB is set to Save. An attempt was made to format a write protected disc. Try formatting the disc after moving the write protect tab away from the Save position. Auto Formatting was not Completed. Automatic disc formatting failed. Video Resolution Differ from it on Clip List. An attempt was made to add a clip to a clip list when the video resolution (number of system lines) did not match the video resolution of clips in the clip list. Clips cannot be added to a clip list unless the video resolution matches. No Clip Meets the Condition. No clip meeting the clip filtering conditions was found. Appendix Use and storage Do not subject the unit to severe shocks The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped. • Remember that in summer in warm climates the temperature inside a car with the windows closed can easily exceed 50°C (122°F). • In damp or dusty locations • Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain • Locations subject to violent vibration • Near strong magnetic fields • Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong electromagnetic fields. • In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. To prevent electromagnetic interference from portable communications devices The use of portable telephones and other communications devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and interference with audio and video signals. It is recommended that the portable communications devices near this unit be powered off. Shipping • Remove the disc before transporting the unit. • If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other transportation service, pack it in the shipping carton of the unit. Note on laser beams Laser beams may damage the CCDs. If you shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful not to let the laser beam be directed into the lens of the camera. Care of the unit Remove dust and dirt from the surfaces of the lenses or optical filters using a blower. If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish of the unit. Condensation Do not cover the unit while operating Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up. After use Always turn off the POWER switch. In the event of operating problems If you should experience problems with the unit, contact a Sony representative. Use and storage locations Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places. • In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature range: –5°C to +40°C (+23°F to +104°F)) Appendix Important Notes on Operation If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form on the optical pickup. Then, if the camcorder is operated in this state, recording and playback may not be performed properly. Do the following to prevent this from happening. • When you move or operate the camcorder in an environment where condensation may form, be sure to load a disc in advance and close the disc compartment lid. • Whenever you turn on the power, check that the HUMID indicator does not appear on the color LCD. If it appears, wait until it disappears before loading a disc. For details, see “Loading and unloading a disc” on page 79 and “Operation Warnings” on page 247. Important Notes on Operation 255 Fitting the zoom lens It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise damage may result. Be sure to refer to the section “Mounting the Lens” on page 44. Viewfinder Appendix • Do not leave the unit with the eyepiece pointing directly at the sun. The eyepiece lens can concentrate the sun’s rays and melt the interior of the viewfinder. • Do not use the viewfinder close to strong magnetic fields. This can cause picture distortion. About the LCD panels LCD panels are manufactured with extremely high-precision technology that yields effective pixel rates of 99.99% or higher. However, very rarely, one or more pixels may be permanently dark or permanently lit in white, red, blue, or green. This phenomenon is not a malfunction. Such pixels have no effect on the recorded data, and the unit may be used with confidence even if they are present. The problem may be alleviated by executing the APR (automatic pixel noise reduction) function on the APR page of the MAINTENANCE menu (see page 185). Pixel noise is reduced to some extent by automatic black balance adjustment (see page 59), but the detection capabilities of that function are limited. For the most effective correction, execute the APR function. If “No More White Pixel” appears after the APR function is executed, then there are no more detectable white flecks. In SLS mode, white flecks are more prominent when you set the shutter speed (number of frames) to higher values. Executing the APR(SLS) function on the APR page (see page 185) may alleviate the problem of white flecks in SLS mode. Vertical smear When an extremely bright object, such as a strong spotlight or flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be produced on the screen, or the image may be distorted. 1 2 3 Phenomena specific to CCD image sensors The following phenomena that may appear in images are specific to CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensors. They do not indicate malfunctions. White flecks Although the CCD image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc. This is related to the principle of CCD image sensors and is not a malfunction. The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following cases: • When operating at a high environmental temperature • When you have raised the master gain (sensitivity) 256 Important Notes on Operation 1 Monitor screen 2 Vertical tails shown on the image 3 Bright object (e.g. strong spotlight, strong reflected light, flashlight, the sun) Aliasing When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear jagged or flicker. Dimensions in mm (inches) Power consumption Approx. 40 W Main unit only, recording, power from battery pack, VDR SAVE/STBY switch set to SAVE, LCD monitor on (backlight: low). 222(8 3/4) Power voltage 11 V to 17 V DC 332(13 1/8) Video camera section Imager 2 Note Do not allow the total power consumption of peripherals to exceed 60 W when peripherals are connected. However, power consumed by the HDCA-702 MPEG TS Adaptor is not counted in the total power consumption. Operating temperature –5°C to +40°C (+23°F to +104°F) Operating humidity 10% to 90% (relative humidity) Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F) Recording format Video: MPEG HD 422 50 Mbps Proxy video: MPEG-4 Audio: MPEG HD 422: 4 channels, 24 bits/48 kHz Proxy audio: A-law, 4 channels, 8 bits/8 kHz Continuous operating time Approx. 120 min. (with BP-GL95) Mass Approx. 4.3 kg (9 lb 7 oz) (main body only) Approx. 6.0 kg (13 lb 3 oz) (with HDVF-20A viewfinder, ECM-680S microphone, disc and BP-GL95 Battery Pack) Appendix General 269(10 5/8) 124(5) Specifications /3-inch type, 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Imager Configuration RGB 3 CCDs Spectral system F1.4 prism system (with quartz filter) Built-in filters CC filter (optical, PDW-F800 only) A: Cross filter B: 3200K C: 4300K D: 6300K ND filter (optical) 1: Clear 2: 1/4 ND 3: 1/16 ND 4: 1/64 ND Lens mount 2/ -inch 48 bayonet mount 3 Sensitivity F11 (system frequency: 59.94i) F12 (system frequency: 50i) (89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx) Minimum illumination 0.016 1x (F1.4, +42 dB, with 16-frame accumulation) Video S/N ratio Specifications 257 59 dB (With noise suppression on. Off value is 54 dB.) Appendix Modulation (at screen center) 45% or more Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5 dB/–1.0 dB Registration 0.02% or less for entire screen area (excluding distortion due to lens) Dynamic range 93 dB min. Geometric distortion None identified (excluding distortion due to lens) Smear –135 dB LCD panel 3.5 inches Pixel resolution: 250,880 pixels Optical disc drive section General Usable disc PFD50DLA Professional Disc (capacity: 50.0 GB) PFD23A Professional Disc (capacity: 23.3 GB) Data transfer rate Max. 72 Mbps Recording/playback time MPEG IMX 50 Mbps PFD50DLA: Approx. 95 minutes PFD23A: Approx. 43 minutes Digital video Sampling frequency Y: 74.176 MHz (59.94i), 74.25 MHz (50i/25P) Pb/Pr: 37.088 MHz (59.94i), 37.125 MHz (50i/25P) Quantization 8 bits/sample Compression MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL 50 Mbps 258 Audio (with standard playback machine) Specifications Distortion (THD) 0.08% max. Cross talk –70 dB max. Wow and flutter Below measurable limit Input/output connectors Signal inputs AUDIO IN CH1/CH2: XLR type, 3-pin, female –60 dBu/+4 dBu (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms) MIC IN: XLR type, 5-pin, female –60 dBu GENLOCK IN: BNC type 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced TC IN: BNC type 0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 kΩ Signal outputs TEST OUT: BNC type VBS/Y (component): 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced SDI OUT 1/2: BNC type HD-SDI/SD-SDI: 0.8 Vp-p, unbalanced AUDIO OUT: XLR type, 5-pin, male 0 dBm TC OUT: BNC type 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω EARPHONE (minijack) 8 Ω, –∞ to –18 dBs variable Others DC IN: XLR type, 4-pin, male 11 to 17 V DC DC OUT: 4-pin 11 to 17 V DC, maximum rated current 0.5 A “Memory Stick” LENS: 12-pin “Memory Stick” REMOTE: 8-pin “Memory Stick PRO” (4 GB or less) LIGHT: 2-pin “Memory Stick Duo” (network): RJ-45 type 100BASE-TX: Complies with IEEE802.3u 10BASE-T: Complies with IEEE802.3 USB 2.0: HOST Type-A, 4-pin (for maintenance) Supplied accessories Shoulder strap (1) Microphone cable (for converting 3-pin connector to two 5-pin connectors) (1) Operation manuals English version (1) Japanese version (1) CD-ROM manual (1) XDCAM Application Software CD-ROM (1) Recommended additional equipment Power supply and related equipment Appendix “Memory Stick PRO Duo” (i.LINK) S400: 6-pin, complies with IEEE 1394 Audio equipment ECM-680S Stereo/Monaural Microphone ECM-678/674 Monaural Microphone CAC-12 Microphone Holder DWR-S01D Digital Wireless Receiver WRR-855S UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit WRR-860A/861/862 UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner WRT-850/860 UHF Synthesized Transmitter DWT-B01 Digital Wireless Transmitter DMX-P02 Portable Digital Mixer Expansion boards and upgrade software CBK-HD01 HD/SD SDI Input Board CBK-SC02 Analog Composite Input Board CBKZ-MD01 SD Record and Playback Software CBKZ-FC01 23.98P Record and Playback Software BP- GL65/GL95/L60S/L80S Battery Pack BC-M150/L500/L70 Battery Charger Other peripheral devices AC-DN10/DN2B AC Adaptor HDCA-702 MPEG TS Adaptor Viewfinder and related equipment Equipment for maintenance and easier handling HDVF-20A/200/C35W Viewfinder BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket Note Contact a Sony service representative for information about the viewfinders able to use the BKW-401. Equipment for remote control RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit LC-777/H300 Hard Carrying Case LC-DS300SFT Soft Carrying Case VCT-14 Tripod Adaptor Maintenance Manual Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications 259 Notes Appendix 260 • Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE. • Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. Specifications Chart of Optional Components and Accessories Appendix ECM-680S/678/ 674 Microphone LCD monitor BVM-L230, LMD series monitor CAC-12 Microphone Holder XDCAM HD series recorder PDW-HD1500, PDW-F75 HDVF-20A/200/ C35W Viewfinder HDCAM series recorder HDW-2000 series recorder, HDW-S280 WRR-855S UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit DWR-S01D Digital Wireless Receiver PDW-F800/700 RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit VCT-14 Tripod adaptor PFD23A/PFD50DLA Professional disc CBK-HD01 HD/SD SDI Input Board CBK-SC02 Analog Composite Input Board CBKZ-MD01 SD Record and Playback Software CBKZ-FC01 23.98P Record and Playback Software HDCA-702 MPEG TS Adaptor Tripod LC-DS300 SFT Soft carrying case a) LC-777 Hard carrying case BP-GL95/GL65/ L60S/L80S Battery Pack LC-H300 Hard carrying case AC-DN10/DN2B AC Adaptor BC-L70 Battery Charger BC-M150 Battery Charger BC-L500 Battery Charger a) The carrying case is large enough to hold the camcorder with lens and microphone mounted. However, remove them if they protrude more than 25 cm from the front of the main unit. Chart of Optional Components and Accessories 261 Using PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software Appendix When a computer with the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software installed is connected to this unit, you can transfer the proxy AV data and metadata files recorded on a disc to the computer. On the computer side, PDZ-1 enables you to browse the proxy AV data, add or modify metadata (titles, comments, essence marks, etc.), or create a clip list. The modified metadata and the created clip list can then be written back to the disc loaded in this unit. For more information about PDZ-1 functions and operations, refer to the PDZ-1 help. System requirements The following are required to use PDZ-1. Computer: PC with Intel Pentium M processor, at least 1 GHz (installed memory: at least 512 MB) Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or higher, Windows Vista Ultimate/Business (32 bit), or Mac OS X v10.4.11 or higher Web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 or higher DirectX: DirectX 8.1b or higher To install PDZ-1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM (XDCAM Application Software) into the CD-ROM drive of your computer, and run the installer in the PDZ-1 directory. For details, refer to the ReadMe file contained on the CD-ROM disc. Notes • Make sure that the hard disk drive on which the work folder to store the material transferred from this unit has adequate free space. • To transfer files between the computer and this unit requires this unit’s IP address and other networkrelated settings to be made. 262 Using PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software List of Supported USB Keyboards When the area of use is set to NTSC AREA/PAL AREA and the font setting is European Alphabet 1) 1) When the font setting is “Simplified Chinese” or “Traditional Chinese”, a keyboard with the same layout as the English [United States] keyboard is selected automatically. Appendix On this unit, you can enter any of the characters and symbols supported by the keyboards listed below. Select the corresponding language by selecting Settings >Select USB Keyboard Language in the Disc Menu (see page 124). English [United Kingdom] English [United States] French [France] List of Supported USB Keyboards 263 German [Germany] Appendix Italian [Italy] Polish (Programmers) [Poland] Russian [Russia] Spanish [Spain] 264 List of Supported USB Keyboards When the area of use is set to NTSC AREA/PAL AREA and the font setting is Korean The keyboard is fixed as the Korean keyboard, and you can enter Hangul characters. Note The keyboard language cannot be changed. Appendix When the area of use is set to NTSC(J)AREA The keyboard is fixed as the Japanese keyboard. Notes • The keyboard language cannot be changed. • It is not possible to enter Japanese hiragana, katakana, and kanji. List of Supported USB Keyboards 265 Recommended USB Flash Drives (As of June 2009) Appendix The following Sony USB flash drives are recommended for use with this unit. Pocket Bit L Series • USM16GL • USM8GL • USM4GL Pocket Bit Hi-Speed LX Series • USM16GLX • USM8GLX • USM4GLX (available in Japan only) Note USB flash drives other than the recommended flash drives listed above may not be recognized when connected to the USB connector. Trademarks and Licenses MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE HTTP:// WWW.MPEGLA.COM MPEG LA is offering licenses for (i) manufacturing/ sales of any storage media storing MPEG-4 Visual video information (ii) distribution/broadcasting of MPEG-4 Visual video information in any manner (such as online video distribution service, internet broadcasting, TV broadcasting). Other usage of this product may be required to obtain license from MPEGLA. Please contact MPEG LA for any further information. MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206, http://www.mpegla.com MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY 266 Recommended USB Flash Drives (As of June 2009) / Trademarks and Licenses “PACKAGED MEDIA” means any storage media storing MPEG-2 video information such as DVD movie which are sold/distributed to general consumers. Disc replicators or sellers of the PACKAGED MEDIA need to obtain licenses for their own business from MPEG LA. Please contact MPEG LA for any further information. MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206 http://www.mpegla.com About IJG (Independent JPEG Group) This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. Character display software “iType” * Neither name of Intel Corporation nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS ``AS IS'' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL INTEL OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Appendix MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206. This product includes technology from Monotype Imaging Inc., including iType® and certain fonts. About libupnp Copyright (c) 2000-2003 Intel Corporation All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: * Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. * Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. Trademarks and Licenses 267 About a “Memory Stick” Appendix What is “Memory Stick”? “Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable and versatile IC (Integrated Circuit) recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data among “Memory Stick” compatible products. Because it is removable, “Memory Stick” can also be used for external data storage. “Memory Stick” is available in two sizes: standard size and compact “Memory Stick Duo” size. Available types of “Memory Stick” With this camcorder, you can use a Sony “Memory Stick”, “Memory Stick Duo”, “Memory Stick PRO” whose capacity does not exceed 4 GB, and “Memory Stick PRO Duo”. Note on data read/write speed Data read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” compliant product you use. What is MagicGate? MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption technology. Before using a “Memory Stick” 1 2 Types of “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is available in the following five types to meet various requirements in functions. “Memory Stick-R” Stored data are not overwritten. You can write data to “Memory Stick-R” with “Memory StickR” compatible products only. Copyright protected data that requires MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be written to “Memory Stick-R”. “Memory Stick” Stores any type of data except copyrightprotected data that requires the MagicGate copyright protection technology. “MagicGate Memory Stick” Equipped with the MagicGate copyright protection technology. “Memory Stick-ROM” Stores pre-recorded, read-only data. You cannot record on “Memory Stick-ROM” or erase the prerecorded data. “Memory Stick PRO” Equipped with the MagicGate copyright protection technology, designed for use only with equipment compatible with “Memory Stick PRO”. 268 About a “Memory Stick” 3 1 Terminal 2 Write-protect tab 3 Labeling position • When you set the “Memory Stick” write-protect tab to “LOCK”, data cannot be recorded, edited, or erased. (“Memory Stick Duo” and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” do not have this function.) • Data may be damaged if: - You remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the unit while it is reading or writing data. - You use the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to the effects of static electricity or electric noise. • We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data that you record on the “Memory Stick”. Notes • Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to the “Memory Stick” labeling position. • Attach the label so that it does not stick out beyond the labeling position. • Carry and store the “Memory Stick” in its case. • Do not touch the connector of the “Memory Stick” with anything, including your finger or metallic objects. • Do not strike, bend, or drop the “Memory Stick”. • Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick”. • Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get wet. • Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a location that is: - Extremely hot, such as in a car parked in the sun - Under direct sunlight - Very humid or subject to corrosive substances Appendix “Memory Stick” access indicator If the access indicator is turned on or is flashing, data is being read from or written to the “Memory Stick”. At this time, do not shake the computer or product or subject them to shock. Do not turn off the power of the computer and product or remove the “Memory Stick”. This may damage the data. Precautions • To prevent data loss, make backups of data frequently. In no event will Sony be liable for any loss of data. • Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the provisions of copyright law. When you use a “Memory Stick” that has been pre-recorded, be sure that the material has been recorded in accordance with copyright and other applicable laws. • The “Memory Stick” application software of the camcorder may be modified or changed by Sony without prior notice. • Note that there are certain restrictions on recording stage performances and other entertainment events, even if they are recorded for personal use only. • “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick PRO” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick PRO Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “Memory Stick-ROM” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “MagicGate Memory Stick” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • “MagicGate” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. About a “Memory Stick” 269 Black balance, adjusting BRIGHT button 23 BRIGHT control 31 Built-in speaker 21 Index 59 C Symbols ! (warning) indicator 33 +48V/OFF switches 30 Index Numerics 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 5600K function 210 30 A AC power 38 ACCESS indicator 22 Accessories 261 Additional equipment 259 ALARM knob 19 ALL menu 151 Area of use, setting 42 Arrow buttons 27 ASSIGN switches 19, 28 assigning functions 209 ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) 20 Audio control section 27 Audio format 24 AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors 30 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2/CH-3/CH-4 switches 28 Audio input system 46 Audio level 36 adjusting playback level 19 adjusting recording level 71 AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 knobs 27 Audio level indicators 24 AUDIO OUT connector 31 AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches 28 AUTO W/B BAL switch 18 B BATT indicator 32 Battery attachment shoe Battery pack 37 270 Index 15 CA (camera adapter) connector 17 Camera operator tally indicator 31 CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch 21 CC 5600K function 210 Chapter thumbnail screen 111 Chapter function 118 Clip 128 assigning user-defined name 99 assigning user-defined title 96 changing index picture 122 continuous playback mode 84 deleting 127 duration 110 finding 117 locking 126 properties 123 selecting by type 120 single clip playback mode 84 thumbnail screen 109 transferring 141 unlocking 126 Clip Continuous Rec function 95 display 34 Clip flag setting 87, 125 Clip information 34 Clip list 128 assigning user-defined name 99 clearing 134 creating and editing 129 deleting 134 loading 134 playback 129 saving 133 sorting 134 thumbnail screen 110 Clip list editing 128 Color LCD 21 status display 23 COLOR TEMP. button 19 Color temperature 33 changing 63 setting manually 212 Condensation 255 CONTRAST control 31 Cooling fan control mode 34 Cover 21 Current clip list 128 Customization assigning functions to ASSIGN switches 209 D E EARPHONE jack 18, 30 ECS (Extended Clear Scan) mode 66 E-E (Electric-to-Electric) 18 EJECT button 22 Electric color temperature filter 35 Electrical CC filter switching 63 Electronic shutter 65 Index Date, setting 43 DC IN connector 15 DC OUT 12V connector 15 DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control) 20 DIAGNOSIS menu 151, 191 Digital extender function 210 Digital hours meter 191 Diopter adjustment ring 31 Direct FTP function 141 Directory structure 225 Disc capacity 78 formatting 80, 138 loading and unloading 79 operations 135 playback conditions 85 playback start position 85 properties 135 restoring lost data 80 salvage function 80 unloading manually 79 write-protecting 78 Disc Exchange Cache function 94 Disc Menu 114 DISP SEL/EXPAND button 22 DISPLAY switch 23 DISPLAY/ASPECT switch 32 Essence mark finding scenes 119 recording 87 thumbnail screen 112 Ethernet connector 30 Expand thumbnail screen 111 Expand function 118 Extender 34 External battery 34 External device control and single clip playback 35 External input status 35 Eyecup 31 F F FWD button 22 F REV button 22 File ALL 151 ID 218 lens 151 reference 151 scene 151 user 151 File access mode for Macintosh 232 for Windows 230 FILE menu 151, 187 File operations 225 file access mode 230, 232 FTP 234 recording continuous timecode 240 restrictions 226 Filter 35 Filter Clips function 120 FILTER selector 17 Fitting for optional microphone holder 16 Flange focal length, adjusting 45 Focus Assist function 86 Focus magnification function 210 Format 57 Frame frequency groups 58 Freeze mix function 210 F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch 27 FTP 234 command list 235 Index 271 Index G M GAIN selector 20 Gain value 36 setting 208 GENLOCK IN connector 28 Green tally indicator 32 GUI screen operations 116 switching 107 GUI screen operations section 27 Maintenance 245 MAINTENANCE menu 151, 174 Marker display setting 203 “Memory Stick” 268 handling 216 jumping to file-related menu page 223 loading saved data 219 saving user menu data 217 “Memory Stick” compartment 21 Memory symbol and remaining memory capacity 34 Menu disc menu 114 setting menu list 152 setting menu operations 193 setting menu organization 149 thumbnail menu 112 MENU button 27 MENU knob 18 MENU ON/OFF switch 21 Message change confirmation/adjustment progress 202 operation/alarm 250 warning 248 MIC IN (+48 V) connector 16 MIC LEVEL control 18 Microphone holder 32 Microphone, connecting 46 Mixed format recording mode 58 MONITOR knob 19 MONITOR switches 19 Monochrome LCD 22 status display 23 H HOLD/CHAPTER button 23 I i.LINK S400 connector 31 Image inversion canceling 165 Index picture changing 122 Indicators and status display 31 Internal clock 43 Interval Rec function 89 Iris setting/auto iris override 36 Iris, automatic adjustment 69 L LCD monitor 21 selecting display items 201 status display 23 Lens cable clamp 16 LENS connector 16 Lens file, selecting 213 Lens locking lever 17 Lens mount 17 Lens mount cap 17 Lens mount securing rubber 16 Lens, mounting 44 Lid of the disc compartment 28 LIGHT connector 16 Light fitting shoe 16 LIGHT switch 15 LINE / AES/EBU / MIC selectors 30 Line input audio equipment, connecting Live & Play function 84 272 Index N ND filter 17 Network connector 30 NEXT button 22 Noise suppression function 50 173 O OPERATION menu 151, 152 Operation/alarm message display area Optional components 261 36 Output signal, selecting 208 OUTPUT/DCC switch 20 Ownership information 214 P R REC indicator 32 REC START button 17 Recording using memory cache 88 Recording format 57 Recording review 83 Red tally indicator 32 Remaining battery capacity indicator 26 Remaining clips display 36 Remaining disc capacity 36 Remaining disc capacity indicator 26 REMOTE connector 30 Remote control unit, connecting 54 RESET/RETURN button 23 Resolution 24 Retake function 95 Scene editing 128 finding 118, 119 playback 120 Scene file loading 222 saving 220 Scene selection 128 Scrollbar 109 SDI IN (OPTION) connector 28 SDI OUT 1 connector 30 SDI OUT 2 connector 30 SET/S.SEL button 27 Setting change and adjustment progress message display area 35 SHIFT button 27 Shooting advanced operations 87 basic procedure 82 Shortcut list 148 Shot data recording 205 Shot ID setting 205 Shot mark recording 87 Shoulder pad 16 adjusting position 53 Shoulder strap fitting 16 Shoulder strap, using 52 Shutter mode 65 SHUTTER selector 17 Shutter speed 36, 66 Skip scroll 117 Slow & Quick Motion shooting 93 Slow shutter function 66 SLS (Slow Speed Shutter) mode 66 Specifications 257 Status confirmation screen 206 Status display 24 STATUS ON/SEL/OFF switch 20 STOP button 22 Stopper 31 Sub clip 128 adding 129 changing start timecode 132 deleting 132 reordering 131 Index Index PAINT menu 151, 166 PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software 262 PEAKING control 31 Picture Cache function 88 Pixel noise reduction function 185 Planning metadata 100, 136 PLAY/PAUSE button 22 Playback clip list 129 freeze-frame 84 normal 84 search result 120 Plug 31 Power saving function 212 Power source voltage/battery remaining capacity 34 Power supply 37 POWER switch 15 PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch 27 PREV button 22 Protection cover of the audio control section 22 Protection cover of the GUI screen operations section 22 Proxy data recording 104 S 273 trimming 131 SUB CLIP indicator 27 SUB CLIP/DISC MENU button 27 System frequency 24 setting 57 System frequency and frame rate 34 T Index TALLY indicator 29, 32 Tally indicator 31 TALLY switch 29, 31 TC IN connector 29 TC OUT connector 29 TEST OUT connector 29 Testing 241 Thumbnail display items 110 operations 117 searching 117 selecting 117 selecting clip information 122 selecting multiple thumbnails 117 Thumbnail image, setting 88 THUMBNAIL indicator 27 Thumbnail Menu 112 THUMBNAIL/ESSENCE MARK button 27 Time counter display 25 Time data 74 Time, setting 43 Timecode 36 setting 74 synchronizing 75 Time-lapse recording 89 TOP menu 150 Tripod mount 17 Tripod, mounting 51 274 Index V VDR SAVE/STBY switch 20 VF connector 16 Video format 24, 33 setting 58 Video from external devices recording 103 Video light, connecting 52 Viewfinder adjusting focus 41 adjusting position 39 adjusting screen 41 attaching 38 cleaning 245 detaching eyepiece 41 HDVF-20A (optional) 31 moving shoe up 39 rotation bracket 40 screen 33 selecting display items 201 setting 204 status display 32 Viewfinder cable 32 Viewfinder fitting shoe 16 Viewfinder front-to-back positioning knob 16 Viewfinder front-to-back positioning lever 16 Viewfinder left-to-right positioning ring 16 VTR SAVE indicator 33 W WARNING indicator 22 Warning indicator area 25 Warnings 247 Web Thumbnail function 138 WHITE BAL switch 20 White balance adjusting 60 settings obtained by ATW 64 specifying offset 212 White balance memory 35 Wireless microphone reception level U UHF portable tuner, attaching 48 UMID data, setting 213 USB connector 29 User bits, setting 74 User gamma file 189 USER menu 150 editing 197 resetting 201 USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu User menu data loading 219 saving 217 151 34 X XLR connection automatic detection function 48 Z ZEBRA switch 32 Zoom position 34 Index Index 275 The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Sony Corporation and is intended solely for use by the purchasers of the equipment described in this manual. Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the duplication of any portion of this manual or the use thereof for any purpose other than the operation or maintenance of the equipment described in this manual without the express written permission of Sony Corporation. PDW-F800 PDW-700 (SYM) 3-297-520-04 (1) Sony Corporation ©2008