Sony pxw z280 инструкция на русском

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Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly

and retain it for future reference.

PXW-Z280V/PXW-Z280T

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1.BATT RELEASE button (19)

2.Battery pack attachment (19)

3.Multi/Micro USB connector (81)

4.USB3.0 (HOST) connector (type A)

5.SDI OUT connector (79)

6.Diopter adjustment dial (22)

7.ON/STANDBY switch (20)

?: ON

1: STANDBY

8.Power lamp

9.USB2.0 (HOST) connector (type A) (59)

10.IN/OUT (input/output selector) switch

11.Air outlet

Notes

•Areas around the air outlet may become hot.

•Do not cover the air outlet.

12.Handle zoom lever (28)

13.Handle record button

When the lever is set to the HOLD position, the handle record button is not operable.

14.AUDIO INPUT1 connector (34)

15.AUDIO INPUT2 connector (34)

16.Cable holder

Provided for securing a microphone cable, etc.

17.Grip belt

18.Multi selector (V/v/B/b/SET button)

19.Record button (27)

20.Air inlet

Note

• Do not cover the air inlet.

21.REMOTE connector

The REMOTE connector is used for controlling start/stop of recording and other functions on the video device and peripherals connected to it.

22.Cable clamper

Note

•Do not use for any purpose other than securing cables.

23.GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector

24.Wired LAN connector

25.TC IN/OUT connector

26.HDMI OUT connector (79)

27.UTILITY SD/MS slot/access lamp

Used for proxy recording and storing/loading settings (File function). To be supported by a future upgrade (software update).

1.Zoom ring (29)

2.Focus ring (29)

3.Full MF switch (29)

Switch manual focus mode on/off by moving the focus ring forward/back.

4.Lens cover lever (21)

Opens/closes the lens cover.

5.MACRO switch (29)

6.FOCUS switch (29)

7.Hook for shoulder strap

8.STEADY SHOT button (36)

9.Iris ring (31)

10.IRIS switch (31)

11.i (headphone) jack

For stereo mini-jack headphones.

12.Recording/tally lamp (rear) (122)

Flashes when the remaining capacity on the recording media or battery is low.

13.SLOT SELECT button

14.SxS memory card A slot/access lamp (23)

15.SxS memory card B slot/access lamp (23)

16.EJECT button

When pressed, the EJECT button pops out. Press again to remove a card.

Note

•Pressing the EJECT button during recording will stop the recording.

17.DC IN connector

18.CANCEL/BACK button (86)

19.SEL/SET dial (86)

20.MENU button (86)

Button has a raised tactile bar for your convenience in locating the button.

21.WHT BAL switch (33)

22.GAIN switch (31)

23.ASSIGN10/IRIS PUSH AUTO button

24.ASSIGN9 button

25.FOCUS PUSH AUTO button (29)

To attach a shoulder strap

Attach a shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap.

1.THUMBNAIL button (72)

2.STOP button (73)

3.STATUS CHECK button (14)

4.PREV button (73)

5.V/v/B/b/SET button (86)

6.MENU button (86)

7.F REV button (73)

8.PLAY/PAUSE button (73)

9.F FWD button (73)

10.NEXT button (73)

11.LCD BRIGHT button (22)

12.DISPLAY button (12)

13.LCD screen (22)

14.Viewfinder (22)

15.Large eyecup

16.Air inlet

Note

• Do not cover the air inlet.

17.VOLUME buttons (30)

18.DURATION/TC/U-BIT button (36)

19.CANCEL button (86)

Bottom Side

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

Compatible with 1/4-20UNC screws and 3/8- 16UNC screws.

Attach to a tripod (sold separately, screw length of 5.5 mm or less).

1. Network status indicator (page 13)

Displays the status of the network connection as an icon.

2. Uploading/Number of files to transfer indicator

3. Recording mode/slot A/B operation status indicator

4. Depth-of-field indicator

5. Network client mode status indicator

Displays the connection status in network client mode.

6. Streaming status indicator

7. Slow & Quick Motion shooting frame rate indicator

8. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN voltage indicator

9. Focus mode indicator (page 37)

FULL MF mode

MF mode

AF mode

Face detection AF ()

Face detection icon

Face only AF icon

Registered face icon

Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon a)

a)Displayed when there is no registered face and no faces are detected, and when there is a registered face but it is not detected.

10.Zoom position indicator

Displays zoom position in the range of 0 (wide angle) to 99 (telephoto).

11.GPS status indicator

12.Image stabilization mode (SteadyShot) indicator

13.SDI output/HDMI output Rec Control indicator

Displayed when Display On/Off >SDI/HDMI Rec Control in the LCD/VF menu and SDI/ HDMI Rec Control >Setting in the Video menu are both set to On.

14.Digital extender indicator

15.Focus assist indicator

16.Media remaining capacity indicator

17.White balance mode indicator

18.Timecode indicator (page 36)

19.ND filter indicator (page 32)

20.Scene file indicator (page 46)

21.Iris position indicator

22.Video level warning indicator

23.Gain indicator (page 31)

24.Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator

25.AE mode/AE level indicator

26.Audio level meter

27.VIDEO SIGNAL MONITOR display (waveform monitor/vectorscope/ histogram)

28.Clip name indicator

29.Recording format (codec) indicator

(page 118)

Displays the format that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

30.Gamma display assist indicator

31.Gamma indicator (page 96)

Displays the gamma setting.

32.Proxy status indicator

33.4K & HD (Sub) recording indicator

34.System frequency and scan method indicator

35.Recording format (picture size) indicator

(page 118)

Displays the picture size that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

Information displayed on the playback screen

The following information is superimposed on the playback picture.

1.Network status indicator

2.Uploading/Number of files to transfer indicator

3.Clip number/Total number of clips

4.Playback mode indicator

5.Playback format (frame rate) indicator

6.Playback format (picture size) indicator

7.Network client mode status indicator

8.Streaming status indicator

9.Remaining battery capacity/DC IN voltage indicator

10.Playback format (codec) indicator

11.Media indicator

A mark appears to the left if the memory card is write-protected.

12.Time data indicator

The time data is displayed when Display On/Off >Timecode in the LCD/VF menu is set to On and the DISPLAY button is pressed.

13.Clip name indicator

14.Gamma display assist indicator

15.Audio level meter

16.Gamma indicator

Network connection icon indicators

Status screen

You can check the settings and status of the camcorder on the status screen.

Status screen operations

To display the status screen:

• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

To switch the status screen:

• Turn the SEL/SET dial or press the V/v button.

To hide the status screen:

• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

Camera Status screen

Displays the picture quality, zoom settings, and status.

Audio Status screen

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

System Status screen

Displays the video signal settings.

Video Output Status screen

Displays the SDI, HDMI, and video output settings.

Assignable Button Status screen

Displays the functions assigned to each of the assignable buttons.

Battery Status screen

Displays information about the battery and DC IN source.

Media Status screen

Displays the remaining space, available recording time, and estimated service life of the recording media (SxS memory card A/SxS memory card B) and UTILITY media.

Rec Button Settings Status screen

Displays the setting status of the record button and handle record button.

GPS Status screen

Displays the GPS positioning status and information.

Network Status screen

Displays the connection status of the network connection.

Wireless LAN settings

Wired LAN settings

NCM/Streaming Status screen

Displays the connection status and streaming status in network client mode.

Network Client Mode Status settings

Intermediate Cert. Error An intermediate certificate is invalid.

Note

If this error message is displayed, contact your Sony service representative.

Server Certificate Error The server certificate is

connection status and settings.

File Transfer Status screen

Displays file transfer information.

Preparation

Power Supply

You can use a battery pack or AC power supply from an AC adapter.

When an AC adapter is connected, the AC adapter has priority even when a battery pack is attached.

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

Lithium-ion battery packs

BP-U30 (supplied)

BP-U60

BP-U60T

BP-U90

AC adapters/chargers

BC-U1A (supplied)

BC-U2A

WARNING

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

Note

•When operating from a power outlet, use the supplied AC adapter.

Using a battery pack

To attach a battery pack, plug the battery pack into the attachment (page 9) as far as it will go, and then slide it down to lock it into position.

To remove a battery pack, press and hold the BATT RELEASE button (page 9), slide the battery pack up and then pull it out of the attachment.

Notes

•Before use, charge the battery pack with the BC-U1A (supplied) or BC-U2A Charger.

•Charging a battery immediately after use while it is still warm may not fully recharge the battery.

•The BP-U30 cannot be used at the same time as a modem. To power a modem, use a BP-U60, BP-U60T, or BP-U90 battery pack.

•The high-capacity BP-U90 Battery Pack is large, and protrudes from the camcorder when attached. The BPU90 is convenient when using the camcorder attached to a tripod for extended recording periods.

Checking the remaining capacity

When recording or playback is in progress on the battery pack, an icon to show the current battery charge level and usage time remaining are displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen

(page 12).

The camcorder indicates the remaining usage time in minutes by calculating the available time with the battery pack if operation is continued at the current rate of power consumption.

If the battery pack charge becomes low

If the remaining battery charge falls below a certain level during operation (Low Battery state), a low-battery message appears, the recording/tally lamp starts flashing, and a beep sound will warn you.

If the remaining battery charge falls below the level at which operation cannot continue (Battery Empty state), a battery-empty message appears. Replace with a charged battery pack.

Changing the warning levels

The Low Battery level is set to 10% of full battery charge and the Battery Empty level is set to 3% by factory default. You can change the warning level settings using Battery Alarm (page 122) in the System menu.

Setting the Clock

When you turn the camcorder on for the first time after purchasing or the backup battery has completely discharged, the initial setting display appears on the viewfinder screen and LCD screen.

Set the date and time of the internal clock using this screen.

Time Zone

The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Change the setting as required.

Setting the date and time

Move the cursor using the V/v/B/b button (page 9) or SEL/SET dial (page 10), and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to set each item. Finally, move the cursor to [Finish] and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to close the settings screen and finish setting the clock.

Once the settings screen is closed, you can change the date, time, and time zone settings using Clock Set (page 122) in the System menu.

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.

•If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (page 126).

Attaching Devices

Attaching the lens hood

PUSH (lens hood release) button

Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2 until it is locked.

Removing the lens hood

Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction of the arrow in the illustration while pressing the PUSH (lens hood release) button.

Note

•Remove the lens hood when you attach/detach a ø77 mm polarizing filter or protective filter.

Attaching the large eyecup

Stretch the large eyecup slightly and fit it over the groove on the viewfinder.

Large eyecup (supplied)

Adjusting the Screens

Adjusting the LCD screen

Open the LCD screen 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play back (2).

1 Open 180 degrees

2 90 degrees (max.)

2 180 degrees (max.)

You can adjust the angle so that the viewfinder is facing the subject. Images are displayed as mirror images on the LCD screen, but are recorded as normal images.

Adjusting the backlight

Switch the brightness of the backlight using the LCD BRIGHT button (page 11).

Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness using LCD Setting >Brightness (page 103) in the LCD/VF menu. Changes in the brightness do not affect the brightness of recorded images.

Adjusting the viewfinder

Look through the viewfinder with the LCD screen closed when using the viewfinder.

If the viewfinder screen display is not clear, adjust it using the diopter adjustment dial below the viewfinder.

Diopter adjustment dial

Move it until the picture becomes clear.

Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness using VF Setting >Brightness (page 103) in the LCD/VF menu.

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD/viewfinder screen using an assignable button

You can display a level bar for adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen/viewfinder screen by assigning LCD/VF Adjust to an assignable button (page 40) beforehand and then pressing that button.

1 Press the button assigned with LCD/VF Adjust to display a level bar for adjusting the brightness.

Each time the button is pressed, the display switches in sequence between level bar for the LCD screen t level bar for the viewfinder t no display.

2 Adjust the level using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The level bar disappears.

Press the button assigned with LCD/VF Adjust or do not perform any operation for 3 seconds to hide the level bar.

Using SxS Memory

Cards

This camcorder records audio and video on SxS memory cards (sold separately) inserted in the card slots.

About SxS memory cards

Supported memory cards

Use the following Sony SxS memory cards. Operations are not guaranteed with memory cards other than the following cards.

SxS PRO+ series

SxS PRO series

SxS-1 series

These cards comply with the ExpressCard standard.

For details on using SxS memory cards and usagerelated precautions, refer to the instruction manual for the SxS memory card.

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Notes

•When recording XAVC-I 3840×2160P, use SxS PRO+ memory cards.

•When recording in XAVC-I recording format or shooting Slow & Quick Motion with SxS PRO or SxS-1 memory cards, an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

Inserting SxS memory cards

1 Open the cover of the card slot block.

2 Insert the SxS memory card with the SxS label facing to the right.

The access lamp (page 10) lights in red, then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use.

3 Close the cover.

Note

•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.

Removing an SxS memory card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block, and press the EJECT button.

The EJECT button pops out. During recording, this will stop the recording.

2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card.

Notes

•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 green or off before turning off the camcorder or removing the memory card.

•An SxS memory card removed from the camcorder after recording ended may be hot. This is not a malfunction.

Switching between SxS memory cards

When SxS 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 10).

If a card becomes full during recording, the camcorder automatically switches to the other card.

Note

•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 72) is displayed.

Formatting (initializing) an SxS memory card

If an SxS memory card is not formatted, or was formatted in another format, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Format the card using the following procedure.

Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute. When a confirmation message appears, select Execute again.

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

A write-protected SxS memory card or memory card that cannot be used with this camcorder will not be formatted.

If a warning message is displayed, replace the card with an appropriate SxS memory card, according to the instructions in the message.

Note

•Formatting a memory card erases all data, including recorded video data and setup files.

Checking the remaining recording time

While recording (or standing by to record), you can check the remaining space for the SxS memory cards loaded in the card slots on the A/B slot media status/remaining space display of the LCD/viewfinder screen (page 12).

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.

Note

•A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected. If the write-protect switch is switched while the memory card is inserted, the lock icon will not be displayed. Always switch the write-protect switch with the memory card removed.

Replacing an SxS memory card

•If the available time on two cards in total becomes less than 5 minutes, the warning message “Media Near Full” is displayed, the recording/tally lamp flashes, and a beep sound is output to the headphones to warn you. Replace with media that has free space.

•If you continue recording until the total remaining time reaches zero, the message changes to “Media Full,” and recording stops.

Note

•Up to approximately 600 clips can be recorded on one SxS memory card.

If the number of recorded clips reaches the limit, an indication that the maximum number of clips has been reached is displayed.

Restoring an SxS memory card

If for any reason an error should occur in a memory card, the card must be restored before use.

When you load an SxS memory card that needs to be restored, a message appears on the LCD/ viewfinder screen to ask whether you want to restore it.

Restoring a card

Select Execute using the V/v/B/b button or

SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

A message and progress status (%) are displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access lamp is lit red.

When restoration ends, a completion message appears.

If restoration fails

•Write protected SxS memory cards and cards on which memory errors have occurred cannot be restored. A warning message appears for such cards. Follow the instructions in the message and unprotect the card or replace it with another card.

•SxS memory cards on which memory errors have occurred may become usable if they are reformatted.

•In some cases, some clips can be restored while others cannot. The restored clips can be played normally.

•If the message “Could not Restore Some Clips” keeps appearing after repeated attempts at restoration, it may be possible to restore the SxS memory card with the following procedure.

1Use the copy function (page 76) of the camcorder to copy the required clips to another SxS memory card.

2Format the unusable SxS memory card on the camcorder.

3Copy the required clips back to the newly formatted SxS memory card.

Notes

•For restoration of media recorded with this camcorder, be sure to use this camcorder.

Media recorded with a device other than this camcorder or with another camcorder of different version (even of the same model) may not be restored using this camcorder.

•Clips shorter than 2 seconds cannot be restored.

Using Other Media

XQD memory cards

By using an optional QDA-EX1 Media Adapter, you can insert an XQD memory card into an SxS memory card slot and use it instead of an SxS memory card for recording and playback.

Compatible XQD cards

S-series XQD memory cards

G-series XQD memory cards

H-series XQD memory cards

N-series XQD memory cards

For details on using a QDA-EX1 Media Adapter, refer to the instruction manual supplied with it.

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Notes

•High-speed playback (page 73) may not be properly achieved with an XQD memory card.

•When recording in high rate formats, such as XAVC-I recording format or 3840×2160P, an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

•Not all XQD memory cards are guaranteed to work with this camcorder. For compatible memory cards, contact your dealer.

Formatting (initializing)

XQD memory cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder.

An XQD memory card to be used with this camcorder must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. It is also necessary to format an XQD memory card for use if a caution message is displayed when you mount the XQD memory card.

If an XQD memory card that was formatted in a format unsupported by this camcorder is inserted, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen. Format the media as described below.

To execute formatting

Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute.

A message is displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access indicator is lit red. When formatting ends, a completion message appears.

Note

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

To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device

Make a backup of the media, then format it using the other device.

SD cards

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

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

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Note

•High-speed playback (page 73) may not be properly achieved with an SD card.

SDXC cards (exFAT only)

(Speed Class: Class 10)

Notes

•Not supported in modes other than exFAT mode.

•Do not use SDXC cards at the same time as other memory cards. If different types of media are used at the same time, the camcorder cannot switch cards when the media becomes full.

•When recording in XAVC-I recording format or shooting Slow & Quick Motion (page 43), an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible, depending on the SDXC cards used. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

•SDXC cards recorded using PMW series and PXW series camcorders may not be supported, depending on the camcorder model.

For details, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative.

SDHC cards (FAT only)

(Speed Class: Class 10)

Note

• Not supported in exFAT and UDF modes.

Formatting (initializing)

SD cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder.

SD cards for use in the camcorder should be formatted using the format function of the camcorder.

If a message appears when the SD card is inserted into the camcorder, format the SD card.

If an SD memory card that was formatted in a format unsupported by this camcorder is inserted, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen. Format the media as described below.

To execute formatting

Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute.

A message is displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access indicator is lit red. When formatting ends, a completion message appears.

Note

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

To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device

Make a backup of the media, then format it using the other device.

Shooting

Basic shooting is conducted using the following procedure.

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

2 Load the memory card(s).

If you load two SxS memory cards in memory card slots A and B, recording is continued by automatically switching to the second card when the first card becomes full.

3 Set the ON/STANDBY switch to the ON position.

The recording screen is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

4 Press the grip or handle record button

(page 9).

The recording/tally lamp lights and recording begins.

5 To stop recording, press the record button again.

Recording stops, and the camcorder switches to STBY (standby) mode.

Shooting (Full Auto Mode)

Press the FULL AUTO button, turning the button indicator on.

Full Auto mode is turned on, Auto Exposure (page 92) is activated, and Auto ND Filter, Auto Iris, AGC (Auto Gain Control), Auto Shutter, and ATW (Auto Tracing White balance) are set to On. Then, the brightness and white balance are automatically adjusted.

When you wish to adjust them manually, turn Full Auto mode off.

Continuous recording on the 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. You can continue recording continuously when switching memory cards by replacing the memory card that is full with a new memory card.

Notes

•Do not eject a memory card while recording to it is in progress. Remove only the memory card in the slot whose access lamp is turned off during recording.

•If a recordable memory card is loaded into the other slot when the remaining time of the memory card that is recording is less than 1 minute, the message “Will Switch Slots Soon” is displayed. The message disappears after switching memory card slots.

•The relay recording function may not work if you start recording when the remaining time of the memory card is less than 1 minute. To perform the relay recording properly, make sure that the remaining time of the memory card is more than 1 minute.

•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 Content Browser software.

About clips

Clip (recording data)

When you stop recording, video, audio, and subsidiary data from the start to end of the recording are recorded as a single clip on an SxS memory card.

Clip names

Each clip recorded by the camcorder is automatically assigned a name using the naming mode that is set in Clip Naming (page 111) of the Media menu.

Maximum clip duration

The maximum duration of a clip varies depending on the recording format. The maximum duration of continuous

recording is the same as the maximum duration of a clip. If the recording time exceeds the maximum duration of a clip, a new clip is created automatically and recording continues. The new clip appears as a separate clip on the thumbnail screen.

For details about the maximum recording time of a clip for each recording format, see

“Maximum recording time for a clip” (page 131).

To delete a clip

You can delete the last recorded clip using the Last Clip Delete function (page 121). To delete all clips or specific clips, perform the operation from the thumbnail screen (page 77).

Adjusting the zoom

Using the power zoom lever

1.Set the ZOOM switch Dto SERVO.

2.Zoom by pressing the power zoom lever C. Lightly press the power zoom lever Cfor a

slower zoom. Fully press it for a faster zoom.

Wide view: Wide

Close view: Telephoto

•The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject for focus is about 5 cm (about 2 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

•The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder.

•Keep your finger on the power zoom lever C.

If you move your finger off the power zoom lever C, the operation sound of the power

zoom lever may also be recorded.

Using the handle zoom

1.Set the handle zoom operation to “Low,” “High,” or “Variable” using Handle Zoom (page 93) >Setting in the Camera menu.

•When set to “Variable,” you can zoom in or out at a variable speed according to the pressure applied to the switch.

•When set to “Low” or “High”, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed, regardless of the pressure applied to the switch. You can set the speed to “Low” or “High” using Handle Zoom in the Camera menu.

•By assigning the Handle Zoom >Setting function to an assignable button (page 40), you can switch the handle zoom operation each time the button is pressed.

2.Press the handle zoom lever Ato zoom in or out.

Note

•You cannot use the handle zoom lever Awhen the handle zoom operation is set to OFF.

Using the zoom ring

1.Set the ZOOM switch Dto MANUAL.

2.Zoom by turning the zoom ring B.

You can zoom at the desired speed by turning the zoom ring B. Fine adjustment is also possible.

Adjusting the focus

Tips for focusing

•Move the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) and adjust the focus, then, towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.

•When you want to record a close-up image of a subject, move the power zoom lever towards W (wide angle) to fully magnify the image, then adjust the focus.

Adjusting in Full MF mode

Pull the focus ring Atoward the back (toward the camcorder) to activate Full MF mode for full manual focus control.

Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus while monitoring the image on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

In Full MF mode, you can use the distance markers printed on the focus ring as a guide when adjusting the focus. The distances where the picture is in focus correspond to the positions of the distance markers.

Notes

•Do not use excessive force at both ends of the travel when turning the focus ring.

•While in Full MF mode, the auto focus and push auto focus functions do not work.

•The macro is set to OFF regardless of the setting of the lens MACRO switch.

Adjusting in MF mode

In MF (manual focus) mode, you can also use auto focus operation whenever required.

Slide the focus ring Atoward the front (toward the lens hood) and set the FOCUS switch Cto MANUAL.

Using automatic focus temporarily (Push auto focus)

In MF mode, auto focus is activated while the FOCUS PUSH AUTO button Dof the lens is pressed or while an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Push AF/Push MF is pressed.

The focus returns to manual focus when you release the button.

This function is useful for shifting the focus from one subject to another during manual focus mode.

Adjusting in AF mode

In AF (auto focus) mode, the focus is adjusted automatically.

Slide the focus ring Atoward the front and set the FOCUS switch Cto AUTO.

Using manual focus temporarily (Push manual focus)

In AF mode, manual focus is activated while the FOCUS PUSH AUTO button of the lens is pressed or while an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Push AF/Push MF is pressed. The focus returns to auto focus when you release the button.

Using macro mode

In MF mode or AF mode, set the MACRO switch Bto the ON position to activate macro mode to enable focusing over a range that includes the macro area.

Macro mode is disabled in Full MF mode.

Focusing using magnified view (Focus Magnifier)

When an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Focus Magnifier is pressed, the focus

magnifier screen appears showing the part of the image magnified.

The magnification switches between 4× and 8× each time the button is pressed when the recording format is QFHD. You can move the magnified position using the V/v/B/b button. The center of the screen is magnified at a fixed 2× in recording formats other than QFHD.

Press the button again to return to the normal screen.

This function is useful for checking the focus.

Note

•Even though the image appears magnified on the screen, the recorded image is not magnified.

Monitoring audio while shooting

Connecting a set of headphones to the headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page 10) enables you to monitor the audio being recorded.

Note

•The built-in speaker is disabled while shooting (recording or recording standby).

To adjust the audio monitoring volume

Use the VOLUME buttons (page 11).

To change the audio monitoring channel

Select the channel using Audio Output (page 102) in the Audio menu.

Changing Basic Settings

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

Video format

The formats available for selection vary depending on the exFAT/UDF/FAT file system, system frequency, and codec settings.

Switching the exFAT/UDF/FAT file system

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >File System in the System menu.

The camcorder automatically restarts after switching.

Note

•You cannot switch between exFAT/UDF/FAT during recording or playback.

Switching the system frequency

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Frequency in the System menu.

The camcorder automatically restarts after switching.

Note

•You cannot switch the system frequency during recording or playback.

Switching the codec

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Codec in the System menu.

Note

•You cannot switch the codec during recording or playback.

Changing the format

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Video Format in the System menu.

The signals from the SDI OUT and HDMI OUT connectors are also output in the format selected using this menu.

Note

•You cannot change the format during recording or playback.

Adjusting the brightness

You can adjust the brightness by adjusting the iris, gain, shutter speed, and by adjusting the light level using ND filters.

Shooting using auto iris

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

The iris is forcibly set to Auto mode.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set the IRIS switch B to AUTO. Auto mode is set.

When the IRIS switch is set to AUTO, the adjustment setting applied when the iris AUTO/ MANUAL switch is set to MANUAL can be configured in the direct menu (page 37).

Shooting using manual iris

When Full Auto mode is off, set the IRIS switch B to MANUAL. Manual mode is set. Turn the iris ring Ato adjust the iris.

Switching to auto iris temporarily

In manual iris mode, press an assignable button assigned with Push Auto Iris to activate the onepush auto iris function.

Auto iris is active while the button is pressed. Release the button to return to manual iris mode.

Shooting with auto gain (AGC)

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

AGC (Auto Gain Control) mode is forcibly enabled.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set Auto Exposure >AGC (page 92) in the Camera menu to On to activate AGC mode. You can also set AGC on/off in the direct menu

(page 37).

Shooting with fixed gain

1.Set Full Auto mode off.

2.When the gain is automatically adjusted, set Auto Exposure >AGC (page 92) in the Camera menu to Off.

“AGC” disappears.

3.Set the GAIN switch Gto H, M, or L. The gain value set for the selected gain switch position appears on the screen.

You can set the gain value for H/M/L using Gain (page 91) in the Camera menu.

You can also set the H/M/L value in the direct menu (page 37).

Shooting in auto shutter mode

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

The shutter is forcibly set to auto shutter.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set Auto Exposure >Auto Shutter (page 93) in the Camera menu to On to activate auto shutter speed mode.

Auto shutter can also be activated by selecting Auto Shutter in the direct menu and setting it to on.

Shooting with a fixed shutter

When Full Auto mode is off and Auto Exposure >Auto Shutter (page 93) in the Camera menu is set to Off, set the SHUTTER switch Fto the ON position to set fixed shutter with the shutter mode and speed configured using Shutter (page 92) in the Camera menu.

Setting in the Camera menu

Select Shutter (page 92) in the Camera menu and set the shutter mode and speed.

Setting using the direct menu

You can also set ECS mode (page 92) on/off and the shutter speed in the direct menu (page 37).

Adjusting the light level (ND filter)

You can shoot a subject with the proper brightness by using the ND FILTER switch C when the recording environment is too bright. The camcorder features two ND filter modes. You can switch the mode using the ND FILTER mode switch D.

Preset mode

Set the ND FILTER mode switch Dto PRESET, then set the ND FILTER switch Cto the following.

CLEAR: ND filter is not used.

1:Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset1 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/4.

2:Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset2 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/16.

3:Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset3 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/64. You can also set the filter in the same way as the ND FILTER switch using the direct menu

(page 37).

Variable mode

Set the ND FILTER mode switch Dto PRESET, then set the ND FILTER switch Cto the following.

CLEAR: ND filter is not used.

1, 2, 3: You can set the filter density in a continuous range from 1/4 to 1/128 using the ND control dial E.

The ND FILTER switch Bposition (1/2/3) does not affect the filter density adjustment.

Auto ND filter

When the ND FILTER mode switch is set to VARIABLE and the ND FILTER switch is in position 1 to 3, the density of the ND filter can be adjusted automatically by setting Auto Exposure >Auto ND Filter (page 92) in the Camera menu to On.

You can also set Auto ND Filter on/off and set ND CLEAR in the direct menu (page 37). When Auto ND Filter is off, you can also select the density of the ND filter in the direct menu.

Setting auto exposure

Auto exposure controls excessive brightness to an appropriate level using auto ND filter, iris, gain, and shutter functions.

Set the control mode using Auto Exposure (page 92) >Mode in the Camera menu, and set the level using Level.

You can also set the control mode and correction level in the direct menu (page 37).

Using the flicker reduction function

Set Flicker Reduce (page 93) >Mode in the Camera menu to Auto or On, and set Frequency to the power supply frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz).

Note

•If the frame rate for shooting is close to the power supply frequency, flicker may not be completely reduced when using the flicker reduction function. In this case, use the electronic shutter.

Adjusting for natural colors (white balance)

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

Preset mode

This mode adjusts the color temperature to a preset value (factory default is 3200K). Select this mode when you have no time to adjust the white balance or when you wish to fix the white balance to the preset set using White (page 95) >Preset White in the Paint menu.

Memory A mode, Memory B mode

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

Press the WB SET button Ato execute auto white balance adjustment and store the adjusted value in memory A or memory B.

ATW (Auto-Tracing White balance) mode

In this mode, the camcorder automatically adjusts the white balance to the appropriate condition. The white balance is automatically adjusted when the color temperature of the light source changes. You can select the speed of adjustment (five steps) using White Setting >ATW Speed

(page 95) in the Paint menu.

You can freeze the current white balance setting by assigning the ATW Hold function to an assignable button (page 40), and pressing the assignable button to temporarily pause ATW mode.

Note

•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.

Using the switch

Select the mode using the WHT BAL switch B. B: ATW mode or Memory B mode

A: Memory A mode PRESET: Preset mode

ATW mode is assigned to the B position of the WHT BAL switch at the factory. You can change the setting so that Memory B mode is selected using White Setting >White Switch<B>

(page 95) in the Paint menu.

Setting the camcorder to Full Auto mode (page 27) forcibly activates ATW mode. Assigning the ATW on/off function to an assignable button (page 40) permits you to independently activate/deactivate ATW when Full Auto mode is off.

Using the direct menu

Press the DISPLAY button (page 11) to display the selected mode and color temperature on the screen (page 12).

ATW: ATW mode W:A: Memory A mode W:B: Memory B mode W:P: Preset mode

You can change the adjustment mode to the following in the direct menu (page 37). When the WHT BAL switch is set to the B

position, ATW mode and Memory B mode can be set.

When the WHT BAL switch is set to the A position, ATW mode and Memory A mode can be set.

When the WHT BAL switch is set to the PRESET position, ATW mode and Preset mode can be set. You can set the color temperature in the direct menu when not set to ATW mode.

You can change the color temperature in the direct menu by selecting the color temperature indicator. In preset mode, pressing the WB SET button also sets the color temperature.

Switching preset mode using an assignable button

Assign Preset White Select to an assignable button (page 40). You can then switch preset mode values in the order 3200K, 4300K, 5600K, and 6300K each time you press the button.

Executing auto white balance

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

2 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.

3 Adjust the brightness.

Adjust the iris as described in “Shooting using manual iris” (page 31).

4 Press the WB SET button A.

When you execute the adjustment in a memory mode, the adjusted value is stored in the memory (A or B) selected in step 1.

If auto white balance is executed in ATW mode, the white balance adjustment returns to the ATW mode white balance when adjustment ends.

Notes

•Auto white balance adjustment cannot be performed when in Preset mode.

•If the adjustment is not successful, an error message is displayed on the screen. If the error message persists after repeated attempts to set white balance, contact your Sony service representative.

Setting the audio to record

The following connectors, switches and dials allow you to set the sound to be recorded.

External audio input connectors and selector switches

AUDIO INPUT1 connector A AUDIO INPUT2 connector B INPUT1 switch C

INPUT2 switch J

Audio source switches

CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch D CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I

Switches for setting the audio level

AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial E

AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial H

AUDIO LEVEL (CH3) dial F

AUDIO LEVEL (CH4) dial G

Refer to the block diagrams (page 143).

Using the internal microphone

You can record sound using the internal microphone.

To record on CH1, CH2

Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Dand CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Ito INT.

To record on CH3, CH4

Select Internal MIC using Audio Input (page 101) >CH3 Input Select and CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

Using an external audio device

Mixers and other external audio devices are supported.

To record on CH1, CH2

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Dand CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Ito EXT.

When Audio Input >CH2 EXT Input Select in the Audio menu is set to INPUT2, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on CH1 and the sound from the AUDIO INPUT2 connector will be recorded on CH2.

When CH2 EXT Input Select is set to INPUT1, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH1 and CH2.

2 Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches (C/ J) to LINE.

3 Connect an external audio device to the AUDIO INPUT1/AUDIO INPUT2 connectors (A/B).

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select INPUT1 using Audio Input (page 101) >CH3 Input Select and INPUT2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

If INPUT1 is selected using CH4 Input Select, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH3 and CH4.

2 Perform steps 2 and 3 as described in “To record on CH1, CH2.”

Using an external microphone

An electret condenser microphone or other devices can be connected and used for recording.

To record on CH1, CH2

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Dand CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Ito EXT.

When Audio Input >CH2 EXT Input Select in the Audio menu is set to INPUT2, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on CH1 and the sound from the AUDIO INPUT2 connector will be recorded on CH2.

When CH2 EXT Input Select is set to INPUT1, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH1 and CH2.

2 Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches (C/ J).

MIC: For microphone that does not require phantom power.

MIC+48V: For microphone that requires +48 V phantom power.

Notes

•Selecting MIC+48V and connecting a microphone that is not compatible with a +48 V source may damage the connected device. Check before connecting the device.

•If noise is a concern on connectors with no device connected, set the corresponding INPUT1/ INPUT2 switches to LINE.

3 Open the cover by pulling up the handle of the microphone holder.

4 Attach a microphone, then close the microphone holder to secure the microphone.

5 Connect the microphone cable to the AUDIO INPUT1/AUDIO INPUT2 connectors (A/B).

When you use a stereo microphone (two XLR plugs), connect the L (left) channel plug to the AUDIO INPUT1 connector, and the R (right) channel plug to the AUDIO INPUT2 connector.

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select INPUT1 using Audio Input (page 101) >CH3 Input Select and INPUT2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

If INPUT1 is selected using CH4 Input Select, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH3 and CH4.

2 Perform steps 2 to 5 as described in “To record on CH1, CH2.”

Using a multi-interface shoe compatible microphone

To record on CH1, CH2

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Dand CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch Ito MI SHOE.

2 Attach a microphone to the multiinterface shoe.

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select Shoe CH1 using Audio Input (page 101) >CH3 Input Select and Shoe CH2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

2 Attach a microphone to the multiinterface shoe.

Note

•Two microphones cannot be connected to the front and rear Multi Interface Shoe at the same time. The first connected microphone is the active microphone.

Adjusting the audio recording level

Adjusting automatically (AGC)

Set the AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2/CH3/ CH4) dials (E/H/F/G) to AUTO.

You can set whether the levels on CH1 and CH2 are automatically adjusted separately (Mono) or together (Stereo) using Audio Input (page 101)

>CH1&2 AGC Mode in the Audio menu. Similarly, you can set whether the levels on CH3 and CH4 are automatically adjusted separately (Mono) or together (Stereo) using CH3&4 AGC Mode.

Adjusting manually

During shooting or standby, turn the AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4) dials (E/H/F/G) of the corresponding channels in the range 0 to 10 to adjust the recording level.

To reduce wind noise, set Audio Input >CH Wind Filter in the Audio menu to On (page 101).

Audio recording in special recording modes

Audio is not recorded in Interval Rec mode or Slow & Quick Motion mode.

Image stabilization

Enabling the image stabilization (SteadyShot) function suppresses image shaking caused by camera movement when recording.

Press the STEADY SHOT button on the lens.

The SteadyShot mode turns on/off each time you press the button.

The setting is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Note

•When shooting using a tripod for stability, set SteadyShot to Off.

Time data

Setting the timecode

Set the timecode to record using Timecode (page 107) in the TC/UB menu.

Setting user bits

You can add an 8-digit hexadecimal number to the recorded image as user bits. You can also set the user bits to the current time.

Set using Users Bit (page 107) in the TC/UB menu.

Displaying time data

Press the DISPLAY button to display time data on the screen (page 12).

The indication is switched among the timecode, user bits, and recording duration each time you press the DURATION/TC/U-BIT button

(page 11).

Useful Functions

Direct menu operation

You can check status and change settings for some items displayed directly on the LCD/ viewfinder screen.

The Direct Menu function is used by assigning the function to an assignable button.

The following items can be configured.

•Auto focus mode

•ATW

•Preset White

•Color Temp <A>/Color Temp <B>

•Scene File

•ND Filter Position

•Auto ND Filter

•ND Filter value

•Auto Iris

•Iris value

•AGC

•Gain value (H/M/L/Turbo)

•ECS

•Auto Shutter

•Shutter Speed value

•Shutter Angle value

•Auto Exposure Mode

•Auto Exposure Level

•S&Q Frame Rate

Note

•Direct menu operation is not available when Full Auto mode (page 27) is on (FULL AUTO button indicator is lit).

1 Press the assignable button assigned with Direct Menu.

When information is displayed on the LCD/ viewfinder screen using the DISPLAY button, only the items on the screen that can be configured using the direct menu are selectable using the cursor.

When information is not displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen, only items that can be configured using the direct menu are displayed and are selectable using the cursor.

2 Move the cursor to the desired item using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/ SET dial.

The direct menu for the selected item appears.

3 Select a setting using the V/v button or

SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The cursor disappears and the new setting is displayed.

Press the assignable button assigned with Direct Menu again or wait 3 seconds without performing any action to close the direct menu and return to the shooting screen.

You can open the direct menu by setting Menu Settings >Direct Menu with <SET> (page 123) in the System menu to On and pressing the SET button or SEL/SET dial. However, the face detection AF registered face function becomes unavailable.

Face detection AF

The camcorder can detect people’s faces and then adjust the focus on faces.

This function is available only when focus adjustment is in AF mode or during push auto focus.

When faces are detected, gray face detection frames are displayed. The frames change to white after auto focus is established. When multiple individuals are detected, the main subject is automatically determined.

Set the face detection AF action using Focus (page 91) in the Camera menu.

Face Only AF: The camera detects the faces of subjects (people) and focuses only on their faces. While a face is not detected, AF is temporarily stopped (MF), and the Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon

(page 12) is displayed. This mode is effective when face detection has not stabilized.

Face Priority AF: The camera detects the faces of subjects (people) and prioritizes the focusing on the faces. When a face is not detected, focusing is in AF mode (default setting).

Off: The face detection AF function is disabled.

Notes

•During push auto focus operation, Face Priority AF is activated even if Face Only AF is currently selected.

•Face detection AF is not available in the following cases.

In FULL MF mode

When the FOCUS switch is set to MANUAL (excluding during push auto focus operation)

When the recording format is DVCAM

•If you turn the camcorder off while Face Only AF is selected, the mode automatically switches to Face Priority AF when the camcorder is next turned on.

Hiding face detection frames

You can show/hide face detection frames using Display On/Off >Face Detection Frame

(page 105) in the LCD/VF menu.

Focusing on a registered face

During face detection AF operation, you can register a face for a subject (person) for focusing on that face.

Only one face can be registered. Registering a face overwrites the existing registration. When a face is registered, the detection frame

changes to a double frame, and the registered face icon (page 12) is displayed.

In face detection AF, the following actions occur depending on the combination of registered face and face detection AF operating mode.

Face Priority AF (with registered face): If the camera detects the registered face, the camera focuses on that face. If the registered face is not detected, normal Face Priority AF is activated.

Face Only AF (with registered face): If the camera detects the registered face, the camera focuses on that face. While the registered face is not detected, AF is temporarily stopped (MF), and the Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon

(page 12) is displayed. This mode is effective when you want to auto focus on the registered person.

Setting the registered face

Move the face selection cursor (orange underline) to the face to register using the V/ v/B/b button, and press the SET button or

SEL/SET dial.

Face selection cursor (orange)

Clearing the registered face

Move the selection cursor to the registered face using the V/v/B/b button, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The registered face is cleared, the face frame becomes a single frame, and the registered face icon disappears.

When faces are detected with the registered face frame not displayed and the face selection cursor (orange) displayed, you can clear the registered face by pressing the SET button or SEL/SET dial twice.

Notes

•Faces may not be detected depending on the recording environment, condition of the subject, or the settings.

•You may not be able to get the proper effect, or objects other than people’s faces may be detected as a face, in some recording environments. In this case, set the face detection AF function to Off.

•Registration of the face of the intended individual for focusing before shooting is recommended.

•Face registration may not be successful depending on hairstyle, facial decoration, or if not directly facing the camera. In this case, the face frame may become a double frame, but the registered face icon is not displayed and the face is not registered.

•If a face has already been registered, clearing the existing face and then registering the new face is recommended.

•The registered face function is not available when Menu Settings >Direct Menu with <SET> (page 123) in the System menu is set to On.

Switching face detection AF operation using an assignable button

Assign Face Detection AF to an assignable button (page 40). You can then switch face detection AF operation in the order Face Priority AF, Face Only AF, and Off each time you press the button.

Setting using the direct menu

You can also set the face detection AF operation using the direct menu (page 37).

Color bars/reference audio tone

You can output color bars instead of the camera image by setting Color Bars (page 93) >Setting in the Camera menu to On. The image output is restored when set to Off.

A 1 kHz reference audio tone can also be output with the color bars by setting Audio Input (page 101) >1kHz Tone on Color Bars in the Audio menu to On.

The color-bar signal and reference-tone signal are output from the SDI OUT, HDMI OUT, and VIDEO OUT (color bars only) connectors.

You can set the type of color bars using Color Bars >Type in the Camera menu.

Notes

•Color bars cannot be output when the camcorder is in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

•You cannot switch to color bars while recording (switching from color bars to the camera image is available).

Shot marks

Recording shot marks for important video/audio scenes of a clip recorded in exFAT or UDF mode displays the marked scenes on the essence mark thumbnail screen (page 78), which only displays scenes with shot marks, for simple cueing and editing efficiency.

On this camcorder, two types of shot marks are supported (shot mark 1 and shot mark 2).

Shot marks can be recorded as needed during recording or can be added after recording while checking the playback pictures.

Inserting shot marks during recording

Assign the Shot Mark1 or Shot Mark2 function to an assignable button (page 40), then press the button at the scene where you want to insert a shot mark.

For details about adding shot marks after recording, see “Adding shot marks during playback (exFAT, UDF)” (page 73).

For details about naming shot marks using planning metadata, see “Defining shot mark names in planning metadata” (page 50).

OK/NG/KEEP flags (exFAT, UDF)

You can add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips recorded in exFAT or UDF mode.

Adding flags allows you to filter the clips to display only the required clips on the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 77).

Note

•Use the Lock/Unlock Clip setting (page 76) to protect clips.

Adding a flag

You can add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during recording or playback.

During recording or playback, press the assignable button assigned with Clip Flag OK/Clip Flag NG/Clip Flag Keep.

Deleting a flag

You can delete added OK/NG/KEEP flags from a clip.

Press the assignable button assigned with Clip Flag OK/Clip Flag NG/Clip Flag Keep twice.

OK/NG/KEEP flags can also be added and deleted from the thumbnail screen. For details, see “Adding/ deleting clip flags (exFAT, UDF)” (page 77).

Reviewing a recording (Rec Review)

You can review the last recorded clip on the screen (Rec Review).

When recording is stopped, press the assignable button assigned with Rec Review.

The last 3 seconds, 10 seconds, or the entire clip is displayed, depending on the Rec Review (page 109) setting in the Recording menu.

The clip is played to the end, Rec Review ends, and the camcorder returns to STBY (standby) mode.

To stop Rec Review

Press the STOP button or an assignable button assigned with Rec Review.

Notes

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

•The setup menus cannot be operated during Rec Review.

•Rec Review is not available when the thumbnail screen displays the filtered clip thumbnail screen.

Assignable buttons

There are ten assignable buttons (page 7) on the camcorder to which you can assign functions.

Changing functions

Use Assignable Button (page 121) in the System menu.

You can view the assigned functions on the Assignable Button Status screen (page 15).

Default assigned functions

Assignable functions

For details about each function, see page 121.

•Off

•Push AF/Push MF

•Face Detection AF

•ND Filter Position

•Auto ND Filter

•Push Auto ND

•Push Auto Iris

•Turbo Gain

•AGC

•Shutter

•Auto Exposure Level

•Spotlight

•Backlight

•Flash Band Reduce

•Digital Extender ×2

•Handle Zoom

•Color Bars

•Preset White Select

•ATW

•ATW Hold

•Marker

•Zebra

•Peaking

•Video Signal Monitor

•Focus Magnifier

•Lens Info

•LCD/VF Adjust

•VF Mode

•Gamma Display Assist

•Display

•Rec

•S&Q Motion

•Clip Continuous Rec

•Picture Cache Rec

•Proxy Rec Start/Stop

•Rec Review

•Last Clip Delete

•Thumbnail

•Shot Mark1

•Shot Mark2

•Clip Flag OK

•Clip Flag NG

•Clip Flag Keep

•NFC

•Network Client Mode

•Streaming

•Auto Upload (Proxy)

•Direct Menu

•User Menu

•Menu

Interval recording (Interval Rec)

You can automatically record images at set intervals by setting the number of frames per take (Number of Frames) and the shooting interval (Interval Time).

This function is an effective way to shoot slowmoving subjects.

Shooting interval (Interval Time)

Number of frames in one take (Number of Frames)

It is recommended to fix the camcorder to a tripod or equivalent and use web remote control to start/ stop recording rather than pressing the record button of the camcorder.

Notes

•Audio is not recorded in Interval Rec mode.

•Interval Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, Clip Continuous Rec, 2-slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec. When Interval Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

Configuring before shooting

Configure Interval Rec (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting.

When Setting is set to On, Interval Rec mode is activated and “Int Stby” appears on the screen.

When a video light compatible with the Multi Interface Shoe is mounted, you can set Interval Rec >Pre-Lighting in the Recording menu to On so that the light turns on automatically 2 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds before recording starts.

Note

•When Pre-Lighting is set to On, the video light remains turned on if the video light off time would be less than 5 seconds, according to the Interval Time setting, even when Video Light Set is set to Rec Link or Rec Link + Stby in the Camera menu.

Recording in Interval Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Int Stby” indication changes and alternates between “Int zRec” and “Int zStby.”

Notes

•While recording in Interval Rec mode, the Interval Time and Number of Frames settings cannot be changed. To change the settings, first stop recording.

•After starting recording in Interval Rec mode, Rec Review operation is disabled, including during the interval time.

•The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode during recording in Interval Rec mode (page 107).

•Some extra frames may be recorded if you stop recording or switch the card slot while recording is halted in Interval Rec mode.

•Interval Rec >Setting is automatically set to Off when the ON/STANDBY switch is set to the STANDBY position. However, the Interval Time and Number of Frames settings are maintained.

Continuous recording (Clip Continuous Rec) (exFAT, UDF)

Normally, a clip is created as an independent file each time you start and stop recording. However, this function allows you to start and stop recording while continuously recording to the same clip, for as long as the function remains enabled.

This is convenient when you do not want to generate a large number of short clips, and when you want to record without worrying about exceeding the clip limit. It is still easy to find recording start points, because a Rec Start mark is recorded at the recording start point each time you start recording.

For details about recording formats compatible with Clip Continuous Rec, see (page 131).

Configuring before shooting

Configure Clip Continuous Rec (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting.

When Setting is set to On, Clip Continuous Rec mode is activated and “Cont Stby” appears on the screen (page 12).

Configuring using assignable buttons

You can assign Clip Continuous Rec to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the function On/Off by pressing the button.

Notes

•Clip Continuous Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, 2-slot Simul Rec, or 4K & HD (Sub) Rec. When Clip Continuous Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

•Clip Continuous Rec mode cannot be used while recording.

Recording in Clip Continuous Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Cont Stby” indication changes to “Cont zRec” (z turns red).

Notes

•During recording or in recording standby mode (when the “Cont Stby” indication is displayed), if you remove the SxS memory card, the battery, or the power source, the SxS memory card needs to be restored. Exit Clip Continuous Rec mode and then remove the SxS memory card. When “Cont Stby” indication is flashing (once per second), you can remove the SxS memory cards.

•Stop the recording after recording for two or more seconds.

To exit, stop the recording.

To exit Clip Continuous Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Clip Continuous Rec (page 108) >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with Clip Continuous Rec.

Limitations

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

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

•Change the memory card slot

•Change the recording format

•Set the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY

•Display the thumbnail screen

•Play a clip

•Exit Clip Continuous Rec mode

Picture cache recording (Picture Cache Rec)

The camcorder always maintains a cache of video and audio data for a set interval (maximum of 28 seconds) in internal storage memory when shooting, allowing you to record several seconds of footage before actually starting to record. The Picture Cache Rec function can be used when the recording format (page 118) is set to one of the formats listed below.

•XAVC-I

•XAVC-L

•MPEG HD 422

•MPEG HD 420

Notes

•Picture Cache Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, S&Q Motion, 2- slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec.

When Picture Cache Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

•Picture Cache Rec mode cannot be selected while recording or Rec Review is in progress.

•When Picture Cache Rec is set to On, the timecode is recorded in Free Run mode regardless of the setting in the TC/UB menu (page 107).

Configuring before shooting

Configure Picture Cache Rec (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting.

When Setting is set to On, Picture Cache Rec is activated and “Cache” appears on the screen.

Configuring using assignable buttons

Assign Picture Cache Rec to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the function On/Off by pressing the button.

Recording in Picture Cache Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Cache” indication changes to “zRec.”

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel Picture Cache Rec

Set Picture Cache Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with Picture Cache Rec.

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 if you start recording immediately after changing format.

•If Picture Cache Rec is started or stopped immediately after inserting an SxS memory card, cache data may not be recorded on the card.

•Video is stored in cache memory when the Picture Cache Rec function is set to On. Video prior to the function being set to On is not cached.

•Video is not stored in cache memory while an SxS 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.

•When a Multi Interface Shoe compatible video light is attached, cache recording prior to starting to record is not possible, even if Video Light Set in the Camera menu is set to Rec Link or Rec Link + Stby. The light turns on/off when you press the record button.

Slow & Quick Motion

When the file system is exFAT and the recording format (page 118) is set to one of the formats listed below, you can specify a recording frame rate that is different from the playback frame rate.

Notes

•Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

•Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, 2-slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec. When Slow & Quick Motion is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

•Audio recording is not supported in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

Configuring before shooting

Configure S&Q Motion (page 107) in the Recording menu before shooting.

When Setting is set to On, Slow & Quick Motion mode is activated and “S&Q Stby” appears on the screen.

Setting the recording frame rate using the direct menu

You can set the recording frame rate in Slow & Quick Motion mode using the direct menu

(page 37).

Configuring using assignable buttons

Assign S&Q Motion to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the Slow & Quick Motion mode On/Off by pressing the button.

You can set the frame rate for recording by pressing and holding an assignable button to display the recording frame rate setup screen.

Recording in Slow & Quick Motion mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “S&Q Stby” indication changes to “S&Q zRec.”

Notes

•You cannot change the Frame Rate setting during Slow & Quick Motion recording. To change the settings, first stop recording.

•Rec Review operation is not supported during Slow & Quick Motion recording.

•The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode during Slow & Quick Motion recording (page 107).

•When you are recording with a slow frame rate, the camcorder may continue recording for a few more seconds after you press the record button to stop recording.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel Slow & Quick Motion

In recording standby mode, set S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with S&Q Motion.

Simultaneous recording in 2 slots (Simul Rec)

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

Configuring before shooting

Configure Simul Rec (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting.

Note

•2-slot Simul Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, or 4K & HD (Sub) Rec. When 2- slot Simul Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

Recording in 2-slot Simul Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

Notes

•Use the same type and same size of memory cards for 2-slot Simul Rec recording.

•SxS memory cards are recommended.

•SDHC cards are not supported in 2-slot Simul Rec mode.

•2-slot Simul Rec cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

•When a memory card in one slot becomes full, if a memory card in the other slot is recordable, recording continues as normal. When you replace memory cards during normal continuous recording, simultaneous recording and relay recording are not available.

•When you start recording in 2-slot Simul Rec mode, if media is inserted in only one slot or the media in one slot is full, video is recorded only on the recordable media.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel 2-slot Simul Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Simul Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off.

Changing the setting of the record button and handle record button

You can start/stop recording on the memory card in each slot independently by using the grip record button and handle record button.

The default setting starts/stops recording on memory card A and memory card B simultaneously by using either of the buttons.

To change the setting

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

4K & HD (Sub) recording

This function allows you to record a 4K (QFHD) video (main clip) and MPEG HD422 video (subclip), that can be used for pre-editing, simultaneously to a single SxS memory card. The following recording formats for SxS memory cards are supported for 4K & HD (Sub) recording.

The recording format of the subclip is determined by the system frequency of the main clip.

Note

• SD cards cannot be used for 4K & HD (Sub) recording.

Configuring before shooting

Configure 4K & HD (Sub) Rec (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting.

Notes

•4K & HD (Sub) Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, 2-slot Simul Rec, or Proxy Rec. When 4K & HD (Sub) Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

•4K & HD (Sub) cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

Recording in 4K & HD (Sub) recording mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

During recording, “XAVC-I/Sub” or “XAVC-L/ Sub” is displayed on the right of the recording format (codec) indicator on the screen.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel 4K & HD (Sub) recording mode

In recording standby mode, set 4K & HD (Sub) Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off.

High dynamic range (HDR) recording

You can set the imaging to High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode to record and output images with BT.20202 equivalent color space and increased dynamic range.

The High Dynamic Range function is enabled when the file system is exFAT.

Note

• Not supported for DVCAM file formats.

Setting the dynamic range

Set Base Setting >Shooting Mode in the System menu to HDR to set high dynamic range mode.

HDR settings

Set the HDR type using HDR Setting (page 118) in the System menu.

HLG type when using HDR(HLG)

You can set the HLG type when the high dynamic range mode is set to HDR(HLG).

For details, see (page 94).

Gamma display assist function setting

The LCD/viewfinder screen of the camcorder are not HDR compatible, and are not suitable for HDR display. Accordingly, the display can be made more visible for easier shooting using the gamma display assist function.

You can change the setting of the gamma display assist function using Gamma Display Assist (page 105) in the LCD/VF menu.

Note

•The gamma display assist function is used only for the LCD/viewfinder screen. The settings are not applied to the recorded image or output image.

Adjusting the flange focal length automatically

The distance between the lens mount surface and the image sensor plane (flange focal length or flangeback) can be adjusted automatically. Perform this adjustment if correct focus cannot be obtained with the lens zoom at the wide angle and telephoto positions.

When adjusted correctly, correct focus should be maintained when changing the zoom position.

Notes

•If you use a subject with insufficient contrast, or move the camcorder or subject during adjustment, the adjustment cannot be made properly. Once the adjustment begins, do not touch the camcorder body or lens until it ends.

•Flange focal length auto adjustment is not possible when shooting in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

•Make sure that no light source, such as a lamp, the sun, or a bright window, is in the picture frame during flange focal length adjustment.

•Contact your dealer if a flange focal length adjustment chart is required.

1 Set the ON/STANDBY switch to the ON position.

2 Remove attachments, such as a conversion lens.

3 Set to normal shooting mode.

4 Set Marker (page 104) >Setting to On or Center Marker to a setting other than Off in the LCD/VF menu to display the center marker on the screen.

5 Position the flange focal length adjustment chart or other high contrast object approximately 3 meters (10 ft) away from the camcorder, and arrange the lighting to obtain a satisfactory video output.

Place the subject so that it appears at the center of the screen at the telephoto end. Also, make sure that no nearby object closer to the camera than the chart enters the screen at the wide-angle end.

6 Set the zoom to the telephoto end, and align the center of the flange focal length adjustment chart or other subject with the center marker on the screen.

7 Set Rec Format (page 118) >Video Format to 3840×2160P and Frequency to 59.94 or 50 in the System menu

8 Set the zoom to the wide angle end, turn Full Auto mode off, and set the shutter speed, gain, and iris to the following settings (page 31).

Shutter speed: Auto shutter

Gain: 0dB

Iris: F1.9 (open)

9 Adjust the lighting and ND filter to an appropriate brightness.

10 Set the ZOOM switch on the bottom of the camcorder to SERVO (power zoom mode).

11 Select Auto FB Adjust >Execute in the

Camera menu.

The flange focal length auto adjustment starts.

A progress message appears on the screen during adjustment.

After successful adjustment, a completion message appears.

Note

•Do not change the ND filter while Auto FB Adjust execution is in progress.

If you press the CANCEL button during adjustment

Automatic adjustment of the flange focal length is aborted and the condition before starting the adjustment is restored.

If the flange focal length adjustment is not successful

An error message appears.

Check the subject and lighting conditions, and repeat the adjustment.

Saving and loading configuration data

You can save setup menu settings in the camcorder internal memory or on SD cards and “Memory Stick” media. This allows you to quickly recall an appropriate set of menu settings for the current situation.

Configuration data is saved in the following categories.

User files

User files save the setting items and data of the customizable User menu.

You can save up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media.

By loading this file into the camcorder memory, you can customize the setup of the User menu.

ALL (all settings) files

ALL files save the configuration data of all menus. You can save up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media.

Note

•Device specific data (shading, output levels, and other data that requires adjustment for the specific device) is not saved.

Scene files

Scene files save settings for paint items configured for scenes. You can save up to 5 files in the internal memory of the camcorder, and up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media.

Media supported for saving configuration data

SDXC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, non-UHS / Capacity: 2 to 32 GB, 64 GB and larger)

SDHC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, non-UHS / Capacity: 2 to 32 GB)

SD memory cards* (Capacity: up to 2 GB)

“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”** “Memory Stick PRO Duo”**

*Referred to as “SD card” in this document.

**Referred to as “Memory Stick” media in this document.

Formatting (initializing) media

SD cards and “Memory Stick” media must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder.

An SD card or “Memory Stick” media to be used with this camcorder must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. If a message appears when the SD card or “Memory Stick” media is inserted into the camcorder, format the storage media.

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick” media into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 Select Format Media (page 110) > Utility SD/MS >Execute in the Media menu. When a confirmation message appears, select Execute again.

A message and progress status are displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access lamp is lit red.

When formatting is completed, a completion message is displayed. Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to dismiss the message.

Note

•Formatting an SD card or “Memory Stick” media erases all data. The data cannot be restored.

Checking the remaining capacity

You can check the remaining capacity on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media on the Media Status screen (page 15).

Notes

•A mark is displayed if the SD card or “Memory Stick” media is protected.

•To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device, make a backup of the data, then reformat the media in the device to be used.

Saving a user file / ALL file

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick” media into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 For a user file, select User File (page 112) >Save Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

For an ALL file, select All File >Save Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

A file save destination screen appears.

3 Select a “No File” row on the save destination window using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Selecting a row with a File ID entry will overwrite the selected file.

The File ID is generated automatically, but you can modify it.

4 Select Execute on the confirmation screen using the V/v/B/b button or

SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Loading a user file / ALL file

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick” media on which the file is saved into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 For a user file, select User File (page 112) >Load Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

For an ALL file, select All File >Load Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

A file list screen appears.

3 Select the file to load using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

A confirmation screen appears.