Page 1 HD CAMCORDER HDW-790 HDW-790P The CD-ROM includes operation manuals for the HDW-790/790P HD Camcorder (English and Japanese versions). For details, see “1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 16. OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition (Revised 1)
Page 2 For the customers in Europe WARNING The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,Japan. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is do not expose this apparatus to rain or Sony Deutschland GmbH,Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
Page 3 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Pour les clients en Europe Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio). Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Für Kunden in Europa Le représentant autorisé...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Setting the Frame Frequency ..........9 Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Features ................. 11 1-1-1 Camera Features .............11 1-1-2 VTR Features ..............12 1-1-3 Other Features..............12 1-2 Example of System Configuration ......14 1-3 Precautions ..............15 1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual .......... 16 1-4-1 Preparations ..............16 1-4-2 Reading the CD-ROM Manual ........16 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 5 3-2-6 Shooting Picture at Intervals (Interval Rec Function: with the HKDW-703)..............43 3-2-7 Continuous Recording on Previous Cut......50 3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning on Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function) ....51 3-3 Checking Recording and Playback......51 3-3-1 Checking the Last Two Seconds of the Recording — Recording Review............51 3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor —...
Page 6 4-5-3 Setting the User Bits ............72 4-5-4 Synchronizing the Time Code ........73 Chapter 5 Menu Displays and Detailed Settings 5-1 Menu Organization and Operation ......75 5-1-1 Menu Organization ............75 5-1-2 Basic Menu Operations...........76 5-1-3 Editing the USER Menu ..........78 5-1-4 Adding Functions to be Assigned to Assignable Switches.
Page 7 Chapter 6 Saving and Loading User Setting Data 6-1 Saving and Loading User Files ........108 6-1-1 Handling the “Memory Stick” ........108 6-1-2 Saving USER Menu Data (User File) to the “Memory Stick”................109 6-1-3 Loading Saved Data from a “Memory Stick” ....111 6-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files........112 6-2-1 Saving a Scene File ............112 6-2-2 Loading a Scene File.............114...
Page 8 Chapter 8 Maintenance 8-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ....132 8-1-1 Preparations for Testing..........132 8-1-2 Testing the Camera ............132 8-1-3 Testing the VTR............134 8-2 Maintenance ..............136 8-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads ..........136 8-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder ..........136 8-2-3 Cleaning the Tape Transport System......
Page 9: Setting The Frame Frequency
MENU knob until the FORMAT POWER switch page appears. Push the MENU knob. Note The FORMAT page appears. In the procedure below, the HDW-790 is used for illustration purposes. Frame frequency Set the POWER switch to ON. currently...
Page 10 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired frame frequency appears. The message “PLEASE POWER OFF ON TO CHANGE FORMAT” appears. Set the POWER switch to OFF once, and then to ON. The camcorder will operate at the desired frame frequency.
Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview
1) ATW: Auto Tracing White balance 2) TruEye: “TruEye” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Note In this manual, the HDW-790 is used for illustration Wide range of menu settings purposes. The menus provide a wide variety of operations and settings, including: •...
Page 12: Vtr Features
Slow shutter mode function shut-off function allows you to set the time to be displayed from among three patterns. Installing an optional HKDW-905R extension board enables the camcorder to store up to 64 frames. The slow 1) LTC: Longitudinal Time Code 2) VITC: Vertical Interval Time Code shutter function is useful not only for shooting in extremely dark conditions without noise, but also for...
Page 13: Audio Functions
Audio functions • The MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type, 5-pin, female) allows you to connect the supplied stereo microphone. You can record either stereo or monaural sound. • An optional slot-in UHF portable tuner, WRR-855A/ 855B, can be attached. •...
Page 14: Example Of System Configuration
1-2 Example of System Configuration The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the For more information about the fittings, connections, or camcorder for ENG and EFP. use of additional equipment and accessories, see “Chapter In this manual, an optional HDVF-20A HD Electronic 7 Setting Up the Camcorder”...
Page 15: Precautions
• when you have raised the master gain (sensitivity) 1-3 Precautions • when operating in Slow-Shutter mode This product has a compensation function and the problem may be alleviated by automatic black balance adjustment Use and Storage (see page 59). Do not subject the unit to severe shocks Vertical smear The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body...
Page 16: Using The Cd-Rom Manual
1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the Operation Manual for the HDW-790/790P in English and the HDW- 790 in Japanese in PDF format. 1-4-1 Preparations The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the operation manuals contained on the CD-ROM.
Page 17: Chapter 2 Locations And Functions Of Parts And Controls
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Chapter 2-1 Power Supply a Battery attachment b DC IN connector c POWER switch d LIGHT switch a Battery attachment AUTO: When the switch on the video light is in the on Attach a battery pack, BP-GL65, BP-GL95, or BP-L60S. position, putting the camcorder in recording mode Alternatively, by attaching an AC-DN10 AC Adaptor, you turns the video light on automatically.
Page 18: Accessory Attachments
Remove this cap by pushing up the lens mounting lever. When no lens is mounted, keep this cap fitted for protection from dust. g LENS connector (12-pin) Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative for more information about the lenses you can use. Accessory Attachments...
Page 19: Audio Functions
2-3 Audio Functions h Built-in speaker a Microphone d EARPHONE jack (rear) b MIC IN connector g ALARM volume control f MONITOR volume control c MIC LEVEL control e MONITOR switch and CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch d EARPHONE jack (front) Audio functions (1) a Microphone You can connect earphones to both connectors at the same...
Page 20 g ALARM volume control CH-1/2 / MONITOR Audio output Adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At the CH-3/4 switch switch minimum position, no sound can be heard. position position CH-1/2 CH-1 Audio channel 1 Mix sound of channels 1 and 2 CH-2 Audio channel 2 CH-3/4...
Page 21 k AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 (audio input n +48V/OFF switches selection) switches Select either of the following positions for the microphones to be connected. CH-1/CH-2 switches +48V: For a microphone to use an external power supply Select the audio input signals to be recorded on audio OFF: For a microphone to use an internal power supply channels 1 and 2.
Page 22: Shooting And Recording/Playback Functions
2-4 Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions a Viewfinder h Diopter adjustment ring Eyecup b TALLY indicator c BRIGHT control d CONTRAST control e PEAKING control f ZEBRA switch g TALLY switch j Viewfinder left-right positioning ring k Camera operator tally indicator i Viewfinder front-rear l Viewfinder stopper positioning lever...
Page 23 i Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever For information about how to change the zebra pattern setting in the setup menu, see “5-2-6 Setting the To adjust the viewfinder position in the front-rear Viewfinder” on page 88. direction, loosen this lever and the LOCK knob. After adjustment, retighten this lever and the LOCK knob.
Page 24: Gain Selector
FILTER selector (inner knob) setting and ND filter selection from the setup menu. The factory settings are L = 0 dB, M = 6 dB, and H = 12 dB. FILTER selector (inner knob) setting ND filter selection When this selector is adjusted, the new setting appears on Clear the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.
Page 25 You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when For details, see “5-3-5 Assigning Functions to Assignable is in use. Switches” on page 96. 1) ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) u TURBO GAIN button The white balance of the picture being shot is adjusted automatically for varying lighting conditions.
Page 26 z VTR START button wj VTR SAVE/STBY switch wk EJECT button wl REW button and indicator e; F FWD button and indicator ea PLAY button and indicator es STOP button Shooting and recording/playback functions (4) z VTR START button MODE page of the MAINTENANCE menu. The STBY Press this button to start recording.
Page 27: Menu Operating Section
2-5 Menu Operating Section a “Memory Stick” compartment c STATUS ON/SEL / OFF switch d MENU ON/OFF switch e CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch Switch cover b MENU knob a “Memory Stick” compartment b MENU knob Changes the page selection or a setting within the menu. Push: If you push this knob when the arrow ( ) is placed at the page title on the menu, the arrow changes to a...
Page 28 Closing the cover automatically sets this switch to OFF. ON: Displays the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test signal screen, at the last accessed page. When the menu is used for the first time, the first page is displayed. OFF: Removes the menu from the viewfinder screen or the test signal screen.
Page 29: Time Code System
2-6 Time Code System a GENLOCK IN connector b TC IN connector c TC OUT connector Time code functions (1) a GENLOCK IN connector (BNC type) • This connector inputs an HD reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment.
Page 30 d HOLD button e RESET button f DISPLAY switch g ADVANCE button h SHIFT button i PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch j F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch k DATA DISPLAY switch Time code functions (2) d HOLD (display hold) button PRESET: Records time code with a preset initial value. Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data REGEN: Records time code continuous with the existing displayed in the counter display section.
Page 31: Warnings And Indications
2-7 Warnings and Indications Besides the viewfinder, speaker and earphones, the indicators and displays described in this section also provide you with information such as the operating state of the camcorder and warnings. a TALLY indicator b DISPLAY/ASPECT switch c TALLY switch d BACK TALLY indicator e BACK TALLY switch f LCD LIGHT switch...
Page 32: Warnings And Indications On The Display Panel
OFF: The BACK TALLY and REAR TALLY indicators 2-8 Warnings and are disabled. f LCD LIGHT switch Indications on the Display Turns on/off the display panel light. Panel g WARNING indicator Lights up or flashes when there is a fault in the VTR. For details, see “8-4 Operation Warnings”...
Page 33: Time Code Display
VTR operation status and status indicators Switch settings related to time code and displayed information DISPLAY DATA DISPLAY Displayed information switch position switch position Lights during playback Any position Control signal Any position Time code DATA U-BIT User bits SHOT TIME Data and time from shot data SHOT-NO...
Page 34: Indicators In The Viewfinder
To prevent interruption during operation, replace the 2-9 Indicators in the battery as soon as this indicator starts flashing. The level at which the indicator starts flashing can be set Viewfinder on the BATTERY page (page 158) of the MAINTENANCE menu. (warning) indicator Several indicators are provided above and below the Lights up when the camcorder is used under one or more...
Page 35: Chapter 3 Recording And Playback
Recording and Playback Chapter 3-1 About Cassettes EJECT button This section describes the procedure for loading and unloading a cassette. See Specifications “VTR Section” on page 142 for information about the cassettes you can use in the Cassette camcorder. compartment lid 3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Check that there is no slack in the tape.
Page 36: Preventing Accidental Erasure
3-1-2 Preventing Accidental Erasure The following procedure prevents cassettes from being recorded inadvertently. Push the plug in. To reuse the cassette, return the plug to its original position. Unloading a cassette With the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette compartment lid.
Page 37: Recording
From adjusting the black balance and 3-2 Recording white balance to stopping recording After turning on the power and loading a cassette, set the switches and selectors as shown below and begin operation. 3-2-1 Basic Procedures This section describes the basic procedures for shooting AUDIO SELECT DISPLAY: ON CH-1/CH-2: AUTO...
Page 38: Continuous Recording
When the camcorder is in Recording B: 3200K C: 4300K Pause mode D: 6300K Pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens continues recording at exactly the For details, see “4-1-2 Adjusting the White Balance” next frame.
Page 39: Recording Good Shot Marks
Setting for recording good shot marks on For details, see “3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning on Recording Pause Mode (End the LTC-UBIT area on the tape Search Function)” on page 51. Looking in the viewfinder, press the PLAY button to Switch cover start playback.
Page 40: Recording A Recording Start Mark
When any page of the MAINTENANCE menu is Set the mark(s) to be recorded to ON. displayed, turn the MENU knob until the SHOT 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the MARKER page appears. mark to be set, then push the MENU knob. Push the MENU knob.
Page 41: Starting A Shoot With A Few Seconds Of Pre-Stored Picture Data (Picture Cache Function: With The Hkdw-703)
For detailed information on setting whether or not Picture Cache Recording start point recording start markers are recorded, see “Setting for time VTR STBY mode VTR SAVE mode recording good shot marks on the LTC-UBIT area on the 1 (second) About 1 second About 1 second tape”...
Page 42 Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to CACHE/ INTVAL REC. Push the MENU knob. mark on the left of CACHE REC TIME changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting Push the MENU knob. changes to a ? mark.
Page 43: Shooting Picture At Intervals (Interval Rec Function: With The Hkdw-703)
• When you record in Picture Cache mode, the picture you 3-2-6 Shooting Picture at Intervals shoot is recorded to tape after the Picture Cache time (Interval Rec Function: with the elapses. For this reason, the tape does not stop immediately when you press the VTR START button.
Page 44 As you turn the MENU knob, the setting changes in the following sequence: OFF y CACHE y A. INT y M. INT. When A. INT appears, the camcorder is in Auto Interval Rec mode. The TALLY indicator (green) in the viewfinder flashes (one flash/second) while the camcorder is in this mode.
Page 45 Turn the MENU knob until the desired time to turn on the light before starting to record appears. As you turn the MENU knob, the PRE-LIGHTING time changes in the following sequence: OFF y 2SEC y 5SEC y 10SEC. Notes •...
Page 46 Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens. Total time for shooting (TAKE TOTAL TIME) The camcorder starts recording in Auto Interval Rec mode. When you use the PRE-LIGHTING function, Shooting interval recording starts after the light is switched on. The actual recording to tape begins after the camcorder has saved about five seconds of video in memory, so tape access is intermittent.
Page 47 Manual Interval Rec mode mark on the left of NUMBER OF FRAME changes to a z mark, and the z mark on the left of the Manual Interval Rec has the following two modes. setting changes to a ? mark. Single Trigger mode: Each time the VTR START button or VTR button on the lens is pressed, the camcorder Turn the MENU knob until the desired number of...
Page 48 The menu display disappears from the viewfinder • Set the POWER switch to OFF. screen and the message MANU INTERVAL *FRAME, indicating the single trigger mode of the Setting Continuous Trigger mode of Manual Interval Rec mode, appears along the bottom Manual Interval Rec of the viewfinder.
Page 49 Recording in Continuous Trigger mode of Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired time interval at which to turn on the Manual Interval Rec light before recording starts appears. Note If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or When you use blank cassettes, such as brand new cassettes, counterclockwise, the PRE-LIGHTING time changes be sure to record color bars for more than 2 seconds at the...
Page 50: Continuous Recording On Previous Cut
Cassette control buttons For detailed information, see “5-3-5 Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches” on page 96. While recording in Single Trigger mode of Manual Interval Rec (the green TALLY indicator in the viewfinder flashes (2 flashes/second)), you cannot use the cassette Continuous recording the new cut after the control buttons (REW, F FWD, PLAY and STOP).
Page 51: Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function)
3-2-8 Searching for the Last 3-3 Checking Recording Recorded Portion and Turning on and Playback Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function) By pressing the PLAY button, you can review any length The End Search function allows the camcorder to search of recording in the viewfinder in black and white.
Page 52: Checking The Recording On The Color Video Monitor
3-3-2 Checking the Recording on HDW-790/790P the Color Video Monitor — Playback NTSC/PAL monitor in Color Connect an HD color video monitor with an HD-SDI input SDI input connector or connector to the HD-SDI OUT connector of the video input camcorder.
Page 53: Recording The Recording Start Time Code Onto The Memory Label - Tele-File
3-4 Recording the HDW-790/790P HD monitor Recording Start Time HD-SDI input Code onto the Memory connector Label — Tele-File HD monitor HD-SDI OUT TEST OUT The VTR section is compatible with the Tele-File memory label system. This system allows you to record the...
Page 54 The following three Tele-File marks are available: Message Meaning • OK: Place this mark when you decide the recorded TELE-FILE MARK: KP States that a KP mark images are good. has been recorded. • NG: Place this mark when you decide the recorded TELE-FILE MARK: ERASE States that the Tele-File images are not good.
Page 55: Warning/Error Messages In Memory Label Operation
Even if you press the ASSIGN 1 switch when a Tele-File Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise mark is not displayed, the Tele-File mark set on the menu until the desired Tele-File mark appears. will not be displayed. The Tele-File mark changes in the order of OK y NG y KP…...
Page 56: Confirming The Remaining Capacity On The Memory Label
3-4-4 Confirming the Remaining Notes • When the memory label is protected from accidental Capacity on the Memory Label erasure, you cannot clear recorded data. • The time code data is cleared. However, the memory Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Setting the Tele-File mark to be label ID is not affected.
Page 57: Freezing A Picture During Playback
Push the MENU knob. 3-5 Freezing a Picture The ? mark on the left of the setting returns to a z mark, and the z mark on the left of STOP KEY During Playback FREEZE returns to an mark. To end menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF Pressing the STOP button during playback stops playback switch to OFF.
Page 58: Setting The Stand-By Off Timer During Rec-Pause
3-6 Setting the Stand-by off Timer During Rec- Pause The VTR SAVE/STBY switch allows you to control the VTR power mode during pauses in recording (rec-pause) or when stopped. However, even in the standby mode (with the VTR SAVE/ STBY switch set to STBY), you can set the VTR in such a way that the mode is automatically switched from the standby mode to save mode when the tape does not run for a preset time, using the VTR MODE page of the...
Page 59: Chapter 4 Adjustments And Settings For Recording
Adjustments and Settings for Recording Chapter settings are stored in the camcorder memory and retained 4-1 Adjusting the Black even when the power is turned off. Balance and the White 4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance Balance Adjusting the black balance automatically In automatic black balance mode, adjustments are To ensure excellent image quality when using this performed in the following order: clamp level, black set,...
Page 60: Adjusting The White Balance
“-BLACK SET-” appears after “-BLACK BALANCE-” Set the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions appears. If the error message occurs again, contact your as follows: Sony service representative. FILTER selector (outer knob) setting and CC-filter selection Note If the lens cable is not firmly connected to the LENS...
Page 61: If The Automatic White Balance Adjustment Cannot Be Made
During adjustment, the message “AWB : white balance adjustment. If the error message occurs EXECUTING” is displayed on the viewfinder screen again, contact your Sony service representative. (in display mode 2 or 3). The white balance adjustment ends in about 1 second with the message shown in the following figure.
Page 62: Setting The Electronic Shutter
If you have no time to adjust the white 4-2 Setting the Electronic balance Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. Shutter The white balance is automatically set as follows, depending on the FILTER selector setting. A: Cross filter B: 3200K This section describes the shutter modes that can be used C: 4300K with the electronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes...
Page 63: Selecting The Shutter Mode And Shutter Speed
Push the SHUTTER selector from ON to SELECT. Notes • Whatever the operating mode of the electronic shutter, the sensitivity of the CCD decreases with increasing shutter speed. • When automatic iris is used, the iris opens wider as the shutter speed increases, as a result reducing the depth of field.
Page 64 Setting the shutter speed in ECS mode Set the shutter speed mode to SLS. Set the shutter speed mode to ECS. When the camcorder enters the SLS mode, “: SLS : 1/ xx : **FRAME” appears. Viewfinder screen when ECS is selected “**”...
Page 65 SHT ENABLE page appears, then push the appear. MENU knob to select the page. For detailed information, consult your Sony dealer. The current setting of each item appears to the right of the item. Changing the range of choice of shutter...
Page 66: Changing The Reference Value For Automatic Iris Adjustment
The AUTO IRIS page disappears from the viewfinder 4-3 Changing the screen. Reference Value for Turn the MENU knob to change the reference value. Automatic Iris Note When you push the MENU knob in ECS or SLS Adjustment mode, the camcorder enters a mode where you can change the frequency in the ECS mode or the number of frames in the SLS mode by turning the MENU knob.
Page 67 To close the iris by 0.75 stop: If it is not necessary to display the auto iris window on the viewfinder screen, set it to “OFF.” Turn the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front of the camera. Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to IRIS Two bars (sx) appear in the lower part to the left of WINDOW, then push the MENU knob.
Page 68: Adjusting The Audio Level
4-4 Adjusting the Audio Level Setting the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to AUTO automatically adjusts the input levels of the audio signal to be recorded in audio channels 1 and 2. You can also adjust the audio level manually. For the audio level of the signal to be recorded in audio channels 3 and 4 The input levels of audio channels CH-3 and CH-4 are automatically adjusted.
Page 69: Manually Adjusting The Audio Level Of The Front
1/CH-2 connectors using REAR1/WRR LEVEL (page To record monaural sound: Set the appropriate 160) and REAR2/WRR LEVEL (page 160) on the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch corresponding to the AUDIO-3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu. channel to which you want to record and adjust the monaural sound signal to FRONT.
Page 70: Input Level Of Audio Channels Ch-3 And Ch-4
When the CONTENTS page is displayed, push the 4-4-3 Input Level of Audio Channels MENU knob once, and then turn the MENU knob to CH-3 and CH-4 move the mark to AUDIO-3, then push the MENU knob again. Selecting the audio input signals to be When any page of the MAINTENANCE menu is displayed, turn the MENU knob until the AUDIO-3 recorded...
Page 71: Setting The Time Data
4 Turn the MENU knob until the audio level meter 4-5 Setting the Time Data shows up to -20 dB for a normal input volume. 4-5-1 Setting the Time Code The time code setting range is from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23 Turn the MENU : 59 : 59 : 29 (hours : minutes : seconds : frames).
Page 72: Saving The Actual Time In The Time Code
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R- 4-5-3 Setting the User Bits RUN. By setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you F-RUN: Free run. The time code generator keeps can record user information such as the date, time, or scene running.
Page 73: Synchronizing The Time Code
The user bit data set will be recorded for both LTC and VITC. Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders for time code synchronization Storing the user bit setting in memory The user bit setting (apart from the real time) is automatically retained in memory even when the power is TEST OUT turned off.
Page 74 without losing the synchronization. However, there will be noise on the recorded image if you connect or disconnect the time code signal during recording. Notes • When you finish the above procedure, the internal time code is immediately synchronized with the external time code and the counter display will show the value of the external time code.
Page 75: Menu Organization And Operation
Depending on the internal switch settings, display of the ‘!’ LED page TOP menu may be disabled. MARKER 1 page GAIN SW page For details, ask your Sony service representative. VF SETTING page AUTO IRIS page SHOT ID page Submenus selected in the TOP menu...
Page 76: Basic Menu Operations
• OPERATION menu This menu contains items for changing settings according to conditions related to the subject when the camcorder is being operated. • PAINT menu This menu contains items for making detailed image adjustments while using a waveform monitor to monitor the waveforms output by the camera.
Page 77 To increase a setting value This indicates that the Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from menu screen can be the front of the camera. scrolled downwards. This indicates that the To decrease a setting value menu screen can be Turn the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front scrolled upwards.
Page 78: Editing The User Menu
The z mark returns to a mark, and the ? mark 5-1-3 Editing the USER Menu returns to a z mark. The setting is confirmed. The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to To continue setting other items on the same page, configure a USER menu that consists only of pages and repeat steps 4 to 7.
Page 79: Adding/Deleting/Replacing Pages
To change the order of items on a page Example: When you want to select the USER 2 EDIT page Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the item to be replaced, then push the MENU knob. Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the position where you want to move the item, then push the MENU knob.
Page 80: 5-1-4 Adding Functions To Be Assigned To Assignable Switches
To add a page Follow steps 1, 2, and 3 in “ Adding a new page” on page 78 to display the EDIT PAGE page of the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu. Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST again. In the above example, the VF DISP 2 page will be deleted.
Page 81 Move the mark to Add New Item (this operation is unnecessary, if no item exists on the page as shown in the figure for step 1), then push the MENU knob. Add the desired items. 1 Turn the MENU knob until the page that has the desired items appears, then push the MENU knob.
Page 82: Status Display On The Viewfinder Screen
5-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen The viewfinder screen displays not only the video picture For information about display item selection, see “5-2-2 but also characters and messages indicating the camcorder Selecting Display Items” on page 84. settings and operating status, a center marker, a safety zone For information about setting change and adjustment marker, etc.
Page 83 c Color temperature j Remaining tape This indicates the currently selected color temperature. This indicator indicates the remaining tape recording time (in minutes) of the VTR. d UHF wireless microphone reception level Examples of remaining tape recording time indication This indicates the reception level of the wireless microphone when the UHF wireless microphone is Indication Remaining tape recording time...
Page 84: Selecting Display Items
o Filter This indicates the currently selected filter types. p 5600K indication This appears when the electric 5600K color temperature filter function has been activated on the FUNCTION 2 page of the OPERATION menu. CANCEL/PRST / When AWB is executed for shooting an object of high ESCAPE switch color temperature, and 5600K may be set to ON MENU knob...
Page 85: Display Modes And Setting Change Confirmation/Adjustment Progress Messages
VF DISP 2 page Setting change confirmation/adjustment progress messages and display modes Y: Message is displayed. Item Description N: Message is not displayed. DISP IRIS Iris opening indicator Message Message Display DISP ZOOM Zoom position indicator display mode setting conditions DISP COLOR Displays the color temperature.
Page 86: Selecting The Items For Which The '!' Led Is To Light
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF Item Contents switch to OFF. GAIN Lights when the gain is set to anything but 0 dB. SHUTTER Lights when the SHUTTER 5-2-4 Selecting the Items for Which selector is set to anything but the ‘!’...
Page 87: Setting Marker Display
Item Description GAIN GAIN switch position L, M, H, or 0 dB SHUTTER Shutter mode OFF, ECS, SLS 1/60 WHITE BAL White balance automatic CANCEL/PRST / adjustment memory, P (PRST), A, ESCAPE switch B, PA, PB, or AB MENU knob MENU ON/OFF switch 5600K 5600K mode ON or OFF...
Page 88: Setting The Viewfinder
Perform the settings for each item. Item Description 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the ZEBRA Turns the zebra display on or off. item you want to set, then push the MENU knob. ZEBRA SELECT Selects ZEBRA 1, ZEBRA 2 or BOTH.
Page 89: Setting The Shot Id
The z mark returns to a mark, and the ? mark returns to a z mark. To continue setting other items, repeat steps 3 and 4. To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch Carrying out superimposed recording MENU knob...
Page 90 Example: To change “S” to “D” Move the v mark to D. D appears under the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the ID Push the MENU knob. (one of ID-1 to ID-4) you want to set, then push the MENU knob.
Page 91: Displaying The Status Confirmation Windows
When you finish entering characters, turn the MENU OFF of the output of the BNC connectors (such as TEST knob to move the mark over END, then push the OUT and HD-SDI OUT connectors). MENU knob. AUDIO STATUS window The character setting mode is cleared and the SHOT ID page appears.
Page 92: Confirming The Image Of The Return Video Signal In The Viewfinder
The menu page accessed last appears on the The TOP menu appears. viewfinder screen. Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to Turn the MENU knob until the SET STATUS page MAINTENANCE, then push the MENU knob. appears, then push the MENU knob to select the page. If this is the first time the MAINTENANCE menu has The current setting of each item appears on the right of been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the...
Page 93: Adjustments And Settings From Menus
Seeing the image of the return video signal 5-3 Adjustments and on the viewfinder screen Hold down the RET button on the lens. The image of the Settings from Menus return video signal input to the GENLOCK IN connector is displayed on the viewfinder screen while you are holding down the RET button.
Page 94: Selecting Output Signals
Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the item Item Content you want to set, then push the MENU knob. HD SDI OUT Sets whether or not the video signal mark on the left of the selected item changes to is output from the HD-SDI OUT a z mark, and the z mark on the left of the setting connector.
Page 95: Setting The Color Temperature Manually
To end menu operations, turn the MENU ON/OFF The above table shows the adjustment of the white switch to OFF. balance of channel A. Items followed by “” are used to adjust the white balance of channel B. 5-3-3 Setting the Color Temperature Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the item Manually...
Page 96: Assigning Functions To Assignable Switches
To continue setting other items of the same white balance channel, repeat steps 5 and 6. To set the other white balance channel, go back to step To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. Note Item Description When using the OFFSET WHITE function, “+”...
Page 97 ASSIGN SW <1> window Function Description TURBO Assigns the TURBO GAIN function. SWITCH TELE-FILE Assigns the function to the Tele-File MARK mark recording button. ZEBRA Assigns the zebra pattern display function. 5600K Applies an electrical 5600K filter. FREEZE Assigns the function for storing the ASSIGN SW <2>...
Page 98: Setting The Date/Time Of The Internal Clock
using other menus. The function assigned to the Turn the MENU knob to change the setting while “:” ASSIGN 2 switch takes precedence over the menu is displayed. setting. Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the item you want to assign to the assignable switch, then push the MENU knob.
Page 99: Selecting A Lens File
Push the MENU knob. 5-3-7 Selecting a Lens File The TIME ADJUST setting window appears. The LENS FILE page of the USER menu allows you to change the lens file according to the lens in use. Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The menu page accessed last appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 100: Using Amid Data
5-3-8 Using AMID Data What is a UMID? To perform operations from interviewing to editing effectively and to detect audio-visual materials easily The UMID (Unique Material Identifier) is a unique when reusing them, metadata that provides additional identifier for audio-visual material defined by the information is recorded along with audio-visual data on a SMPTE330M-2003 standard.
Page 101: Umid Menu Setup
• Recording based on the UTC. The UTC is used when Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to the item recording the UMID. This enables uniform control of you want to set, then push the MENU knob. source material recorded all over the world based on the mark to the left of the selected item changes to universal time code.
Page 102: Using The Hyper Gamma
ORGANIZATION (organization code) Note When you select this item, the character table appears. When you change the time zone, adjust the built-in clock Enter an abbreviated 4-byte alphanumeric string for the to local time and turn the power of the camcorder off and organization code.
Page 103: Using The Freeze Mix Function
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF White clip White clip switch. level: 100% level: 109% Effective for shooting in Hyper Hyper When you select STD in step 3 low light scenes for better Gamma 1 Gamma 3 The following gamma tables are available.
Page 104 As you turn the MENU knob, the setting changes in Item Contents the following sequence: OFF y REC.S y REC.P. FREEZE Specifies whether to store the video from the camera as a To store the freeze-frame picture freeze-frame picture (ON) or not automatically (OFF).
Page 105 Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to FREEZE Turn the MENU knob to set FREEZE/MIX SEL to MAN TRIG, then push the MENU knob. FREEZE, then push the MENU knob. The z mark returns to a mark on the left of FREEZE MAN TRIG mark, and the ? mark changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the returns to a z mark.
Page 106: Resetting User Menu Settings To The Standard Settings
mark on the left of DISP FREEZE changes to a 5-4 Resetting USER z mark, and the z mark on the left of the setting changes to a ? mark. Menu Settings to the Standard Settings You can return all settings in the USER menu to the standard settings.
Page 107 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. Resetting USER Menu Settings to the Standard Settings...
Page 108: Chapter 6 Saving And Loading User Setting Data
Saving and Loading User Setting Data Chapter 6-1 Saving and Loading User Files The camcorder is equipped with a “Memory Stick” drive, which enables you to save user files, scene files, lens files, reference files and “ALL” files. You can load these files MEMORY STICK OPEN button from the “Memory Stick”...
Page 109: Stick
• Avoid using or storing the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to: —extremely high temperature such as the hot inside of a car or the outdoors exposed to a burning sun, or a place near a heater —direct sunlight —high humidity —excessive dust •...
Page 110 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the screen. USER menu settings to be saved in the “Memory When a ? appears on the left of “P00”...
Page 111: Loading Saved Data From A "Memory Stick
A character table appears, allowing you to select 6-1-3 Loading Saved Data from a characters you want to enter. “Memory Stick” Follow the procedure of steps 4 and 5 described in “5- 2-8 Setting the Shot ID” (page 89) to enter the file ID. Note The data loaded from the “Memory Stick”...
Page 112: Saving And Loading Scene Files
You can save the following data in a scene file: MEMORY STICK Circuit or Recheck, and ERROR “Memory Stick” consult your Sony • Values adjusted using the PAINT menu (except the items (flashing) fault. representative. that return to the default values when power is on, such OTHER The “Memory...
Page 113 The SCENE STORE page appears. You can select the contents of the user file to be displayed on the page. For details, see “Selecting the display contents” on page 114. To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. To return to the SCENE FILE page Select the desired file number.
Page 114: Loading A Scene File
When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU knob to move the mark to END, then push the MENU knob. The SCENE FILE page appears again. When the save is completed, the message “COMPLETE” appears. To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.
Page 115: Saved In The Reference File
To cancel the selected scene file Turn the MENU knob to move the mark to 5FILE LOAD MEM 1-5, then push the MENU knob. mark to x, then push the MENU knob. x Move the changes to s. The camcorder returns to the settings before selecting this scene file.
Page 116: Jumping To A File-Related Menu Page When Inserting A "Memory Stick
To cancel resetting 6-3 Jumping to a File- Push the MENU knob again while x is displayed. The operation is cancelled and the camcorder returns to the Related Menu Page When settings before STANDARD was selected. Inserting a “Memory Stick” A “Memory Stick”...
Page 117 Push the MENU knob. The z mark returns to a mark, and the ? mark returns to a z mark. Notes In the following cases, jumping to the target page is impossible. • When the power is turned on after you insert a “Memory Stick.”...
Page 118: Chapter 7 Setting Up The Camcorder
Setting Up the Camcorder Chapter Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow 7-1 Power Supply points at the matching line on the camcorder. The following power supplies can be used with the camcorder. • BP-GL65/GL95/L60S Lithium-ion battery pack “LOCK”...
Page 119: Using An Ac Adaptor
When the external battery begins to fail and an 7-2 Adjusting the internal battery pack is not used First load the camcorder with a fully charged internal Viewfinder battery pack, then remove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC IN connector. The power source will switch to the internal battery pack.
Page 120: Adjusting The Viewfinder Focus And Screen
Adjusting the position backward or forward BRIGHT control CONTRAST control PEAKING control 7-2-3 Detaching the Viewfinder Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and the LOCK knob. Adjust the viewfinder to the most convenient position Viewfinder stopper for viewing by sliding it backward or forward. Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and the LOCK knob.
Page 121: Detaching The Eyepiece
viewfinder barrel. Then insert the eyepiece into the viewfinder barrel. Red mark on the end of the eyepiece For more information, refer to the BKW-401 manual. Turn the eyepiece locking ring clockwise until its “LOCK” arrow points at the red mark on the 7-2-4 Detaching the Eyepiece viewfinder barrel.
Page 122: Mounting The Lens
7-3 Mounting the Lens 7-4 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length For information about using the lens, refer to the lens manual. If the lens does not stay in focus properly as you zoom from telephoto to wide angle, adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to the imaging plane).
Page 123: Audio Input System
7-5 Audio Input System Place the microphone in Tighten the screw. the holder so that “UP” is at the top. 7-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone The camcorder’s MIC IN connector is an XLR-5-pin (female), which you can use to attach the supplied stereo Close the microphone holder.
Page 124: Using An External Microphone
When an optional HDVF-C30W HD Electronic Viewfinder is used The HDVF-C30W is not equipped with a microphone holder. Attach an optional microphone bracket (Part No. A-8279-919-A) to the HDVF-C30W first, then attach the supplied microphone. Attach the microphone bracket (Part No. A-8279-919- A) to the HDVF-C30W, using the 4 screws (+B2.6 x 6) supplied with the microphone bracket.
Page 125: Using An External Microphone Attached To The Camcorder
Using a detached external microphone Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor. LINE / AES/EBU / MIC switch: Set this switch to MIC. Open the CAC-12. +48V/OFF switch: Set this switch to +48V when using an external power supply type microphone.
Page 126: Attaching A Uhf Portable Tuner
(1) Attach the WRR tuner fitting (not supplied, service part number: A-8278-057-A) to the back of the camcorder. To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, attach one of the following UHF portable tuners. 1 Use a Phillips-type screwdriver to tighten the •...
Page 127: Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment
Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT 7-6 Tripod Mounting connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2 connector. You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a Set the LINE / AES/ tripod by using the VCT-14 tripod adaptor (not supplied).
Page 128: Attaching/Detaching The Shoulder Strap
the red button against the lever a second time and move the 7-7 Attaching/Detaching lever as shown below until the pin returns to the stowed position. If the pin remains in the engaged position, you the Shoulder Strap will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.
Page 129: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position
7-8 Adjusting the 7-9 Attaching the Rain Shoulder Pad Position Cover (Not Supplied) You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position Attach the rain cover (part number 3-191-064-02) as (factory setting) backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or illustrated below.
Page 130: Connecting The Remote Control Unit
Function of the VTR START button when 7-10 Connecting the the remote control unit is connected You can select the function of the VTR START button on Remote Control Unit the camcorder when the remote control unit is connected, using the VTR START/STOP item on the FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
Page 131 camcorder depending on whether or not a remote control For details on menu operations, see “5-1-2 Basic Menu unit, such as the RM-B150/B750, is connected. Operations” on page 76. To maintain the video quality when a remote control unit is connected Non-volatile memory Set RM COMMON MEMORY to ON on the FUNCTION Independent data...
Page 132: Chapter 8 Maintenance
Maintenance Chapter Condensation 8-1 Testing the If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may Camcorder Before form on the head drum. Then, if the camcorder is operated in this state, the tape may adhere to the drum and cause a Shooting failure or even permanent damage.
Page 133 CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best Set both of the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT, and color bar display. check that when sound is input to a microphone connected to the MIC IN connector on the front of the Check each of the following operations.
Page 134: Testing The Vtr
Set the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch to CH-1/2. 8-1-3 Testing the VTR Aim the microphone connected to the MIC IN Perform tests (1) to (6) consecutively. connector at a suitable sound source. Check that the level indications for channels 1 and 2 correspond to the (1) Testing the tape transport functions sound level, respectively.
Page 135: Testing External Microphones
(4) Testing the earphone and speaker Press the VTR START button, and check that recording starts and that the counter indication changes. Turn the MONITOR volume control and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly. Press the VTR START button again, and check that the tape stops and that the counter indication also stops Connect an earphone to the front or rear EARPHONE changing.
Page 136: Maintenance
Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring. 8-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads To clean the video heads, use a Sony BCT-HD12CL Fog-proof filter Cleaning Cassette. Follow the instructions given with the Depending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting cleaning cassette, as incorrect or excessive use could filter may mist because of vapor or your breath.
Page 137: Periodic Inspection
When the CONTENTS page is displayed, push the 8-3 Periodic Inspection MENU knob once, then turn the MENU knob to move mark to HOURS METER, and then push the MENU knob. When any page of the DIAGNOSIS menu is displayed, In order to utilize the capability and obtain the best turn the MENU knob until the HOURS METER page performance of the camcorder and to prolong the life of the...
Page 138 (duration of tape transport (in units of hour)). R) Replacement is required. r) Replaced with the part pointed by the arrow (r). O) Coat with oil. G) Coat with grease. For details on periodic inspection, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Periodic Inspection...
Page 139: Operation Warnings
SERVO – Servo lock Recording Turn off the power and lost continuous but may contact your Sony be substandard. service representative. (This indication may be given momentarily when the tape starts moving, but this does not indicate a problem.) HUMID! –...
Page 140: Operation/Error Messages
1) In this case, position the tape at the point where you want to start the MANU INTERVAL Indicates the camera is in the single recording manually. 2) Contact your nearest Sony dealer. *FRAME shot mode of the Manual Interval Rec 3) For detailed information on how to unload the cassette manually, see mode.
Page 141: Appendixes
Appendixes Video Camera Section Specifications General Imager -inch type CCD with 2,000,000 General pixels Effective picture elements Power voltage 12 V DC +5.0/–1.0 V 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Power consumption Imager Configuration Approx. 34 W (with 12 V DC supply, RGB 3 CCDs when recording) Spectral system F1.4 prism system (with quartz filter)
Page 142: Vtr Section
XLR type, 3-pin, female VTR Section –60 dBu/–50 dBu/–40 dBu/+4 dBu/ AES/EBU (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms.) MIC IN XLR type, 5-pin, female –60 dBu/–50 General dBu/–40 dBu Usable cassette tapes (LPF ON) BCT-6HD/12HD/22HD/32HD/40HD GENLOCK IN BNC type 1/2-inch Digital HDCAM cassette 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced tapes TC IN...
Page 143: Extension Boards
Notes • Always make a test recording, and verify that it was Optical attachments recorded successfully. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY ND filter ( ND) (Part No. 3-174-685-01) KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ND filter ( ND) (Part No.
Page 144: Menu List
Menu List In this section, tables are used to briefly explain menus that Note the camcorder provides for adjustments and settings. The page number displayed on the top line of the menu For menu organization and the USER menu, see may be different if an optional extension board is installed.
Page 145 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu FUNCTION 1 ASSIGN SW <1> OFF / F. MIC MONO/ 5600K See “5-3-5 Assigning STEREO / PICTURE Functions to Assignable CACHE ON/OFF / Switches” on page 96. TEST OUT CHARACTER / MARKER / RE-TAKE / ATW / RETURN VIDEO / LENS RET / REC SWITCH /...
Page 146 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu (A.INT) 5/10/15/20/30/40/50 5 MIN See “3-2-6 Shooting Picture TAKE TOTAL TIME MIN, at Intervals (Interval Rec 1/2/3/4/5/7/10/15/20/ Function: with the HKDW- 30/40/50/70/100 H 703)” on page 43. (A.INT) 5/10/15/20/30/40/50 5 SEC REC TIME SEC, 1 to 40 (A.INT and M.INT except OFF/2SEC/5SEC/...
Page 147 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu FREEZE FREEZE OFF/ON See “5-3-10 Using the Freeze Mix Function” on page 103. FREEZE AUTO TRIG OFF/REC.S/REC.P FREEZE MAN TRIG EXEC EXEC FREEZE STOP TIME 0S/0.5S/1.0S/1.5S/ 1.0S 2.0S CAM/FREEZE SEL FREZE/CAM FREZE FREEZE/MIX SEL FREZE/MIX FREZE FREEZE STATUS...
Page 148 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu ‘!’ LED STD GAIN <!> 0dB/LOW/MID/HIGH 0dB See “5-2-4 Selecting the Items for Which the ‘!’ LED is SHUTTER <!> OFF/ECS/SLS/ to Light” on page 86. 1/60 WHITE BAL <!> P/A/B/PA/PB/AB 5600K <!> OFF/ON <!>...
Page 149 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu VF SETTING ZEBRA OFF/ON See “5-2-6 Setting the Viewfinder” on page 88. ZEBRA SELECT 1/2/BOTH ZEBRA1 DET.LVL 50% to 105% (1% steps) ZEBRA2 DET.LVL 95% to 105% 100% (1% steps) ASPECT OFF/ON VF DETAIL LEVEL (–99 to 99) VF DTL H LEVEL (–99 to 99)
Page 150 USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu TEST OUT TEST OUT MARKER OFF/ON Selects whether or not the marker signal is mixed with the output signal from the TEST OUT connector. TEST OUT VFDISP OFF/ON Selects whether or not the VF DISP display signal is mixed with the output signal from the TEST OUT connector.
Page 151: Paint Menu
USER Page Item Settings Default Description menu UMID SET EX-OWNERSHIP REC OFF/ON See “5-3-8 Using AMID Data” on page 100. COUNTRY CODE 4 alphanumeric — characters ORGANIZATION 4 alphanumeric — characters USER CODE 4 alphanumeric — characters INSTANCE NO RND/GEN TIME ZONE 00 to 25, 1A to 1F, 2A to 2F, 32, 3A to 3F...
Page 152 Page Item Settings Default Description WHITE COLOR TEMP <A> Display color 3200 Sets the color temperature of WHITE A. temperature (Displayed one is a rough guide only) C TEMP BAL <A> (–99 to 99) Adjusts the value more precisely when the color temperature adjustment through COLOR TEMP is not satisfactory.
Page 153 Page Item Settings Default Description BLACK GAMMA BLACK GAMMA OFF/ON Turns the black gamma correction on/off. BLACK GAM RANGE LOW/L.MID/ HIGH Sets the range affected by black gamma. H.MID/HIGH MASTER BLK (–99 to 99) Adjusts the master black gamma. GAMMA R BLACK GAMMA (–99 to 99) Sets the correction curve of the R black...
Page 154 Page Item Settings Default Description SD DETAIL OFF/ON Turns the detail function on or off. SD DETAIL SD DETAIL LEVEL (–99 to 99) Sets the general level of the detail signal. SD CRISPENING (0 to 15) Sets the crispening level. SD DTL WHT LIMIT (–99 to 99) Sets the detail white limiter.
Page 155 Page Item Settings Default Description MTX MULTI MATRIX OFF/ON Turns the linear matrix correction and multi matrix correction functions on/off. MATRIX (MULTI) OFF/ON Turns the multi matrix correction function on/ off. MATRIX AREA IND OFF/ON Turns the zebra indication on/off in the area corresponding to the currently selected setting.
Page 156: Maintenance Menu
Page Item Settings Default Description SCENE FILE — — Recalls the scene file saved in the memory of the camcorder. — — — — — — — — STANDARD — — Clears all current detail-adjusted settings and switch settings and returns the settings to the standard settings saved in the reference file.
Page 157 Page Item Settings Default Description BLACK SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST Selects the channel adjusted by shading. If SHADING TEST is selected, the setting is the same as the setting of OUTPUT SELECT. Y/R/G/B Selects the output signal from the TEST OUT OUTPUT SELECT connector, the input signal to the viewfinder, and the output signal from the VBS/SDI...
Page 158 BEFORE END 3 11.0 to 17.0 V 11.8 Used when a battery pack other than a Sony- (in 0.1 V steps) made one or an external power connected to the DC IN connector is used. Sets the voltage warning level just before the battery ends.
Page 159 Page Item Settings Default Description AUDIO-2 AU REC EMPHASIS OFF/ON Turns the emphasis function on/off. CUE REC OFF/ON Turns cue audio recording on/off. AU REF LEVEL –20 dB/–18 dB/–16 –20 dB Sets the audio reference input level. AU REF OUT 0 dB/+4 dB/–3 dB 0 dB Sets the output reference level.
Page 160 Page Item Settings Default Description AUDIO-3 AU SG (1kHz) ON/OFF/AUTO Sets whether to output a 1 kHz test tone during the Color Bar mode or not. ON: a 1 kHz test tone is output during the Color Bar mode. OFF: a 1 kHz test tone is not output during the Color Bar mode.
Page 161 Page Item Settings Default Description LVL CONTROL CH4 0 to 100 Adjusts the audio recording level of audio channel 4 in manual operation mode. TIMECODE TC OUT AUTO/GENE AUTO Selects the time code signal output. AUTO: Outputs the time code generator output during recording and outputs the time code reader output during playback.
Page 162 Page Item Settings Default Description VTR MODE REC TALLY BLINK OFF/ON Turns the tally illumination control on/off in the event of BATTERY BEFORE END/TAPE BEFORE END. REC START BEEP OFF/ON Turns the alarm sound at REC START/STOP on/off. LCD DISPLAY TIMER/OFF/CONT TIMER Sets the time code (TC) display after power- HOLD...
Page 163 Page Item Settings Default Description PRESET WHT COLOR TEMP Display color 3200 White balance preset value temperature. C. TEMP BAL (–99 to 99) The color temperature adjustment is not satisfactory with COLOR TEMP , adjust the value more precisely. R GAIN ...
Page 164 Page Item Settings Default Description FUNCTION 3 WHT FILTER INH OFF/ON Turns the function which inhibits independent white memory for each filter position on and off. COLOR BAR SEL SMPTE/100 %/75 100 % Selects the color bar type. %/4:3-1/4:3-2/4:3-3 SHT DISP MODE SEC/DEG Selects whether to display the shutter speed in seconds or degrees.
Page 165: File Menu
3) When an optional HKDW-702 is installed, this item is displayed. 4) When either 50i or 25PsF is selected, this item is not displayed. 5) 59.94 is the default value for the HDW-790, and 50i is the default value of the HDW-790P. FILE Menu The following table lists and describes the items in the value.
Page 166 Page Item Settings Default Description ALL FILE ALL FILE LOAD — EXEC Loads the ALL file. ALL FILE SAVE — EXEC Saves the ALL file. F. ID 16 characters — To name the ALL file. ALL PRESET — EXEC Returns items in the ALL file to preset values. STORE ALL PRESET —...
Page 167 Page Item Settings Default Description LENS FILE 2 LENS M VMOD (–99 to 99) For lens file V Saw shading LENS CENTER H –480 to 479 For the horizontal position compensation of lens file center marker LENS CENTER V –270 to 269 For the vertical position compensation of lens file center marker Y/R/G/B...
Page 168: Diagnosis Menu
DIAGNOSIS Menu The following table lists and describes the items in the DIAGNOSIS menu. Page Item Description HOURS METER RESET METER Resets the resettable meters (-2). DRUM RUNNING Displays the total time the drum has rotated. TAPE RUNNING Displays the accumulated time the tape has run. OPERATION Display the time that the unit has been powered on.
Page 169: About A "Memory Stick
The mechanical switch at the back of the “Memory Stick” About a “Memory Stick” allows you to select the memory unit to be used depending on usage. The memory units cannot be used simultaneously and continuously. What is “Memory Stick”? “Memory Stick”...
Page 170 • To prevent data loss, make backups of data frequently. In • Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to no event will Sony be liable for any loss of data. the “Memory Stick” labeling position. • Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the •...
Page 171: Index
Index BACK TALLY indicator 31 EARPHONE jacks 19 BACK TALLY switch 31 ECS (Extended Clear Scan) mode 62 BATT indicator 34 EJECT button 26 Symbols BATTERY 158 Eject button 27 Battery attachment 17 End Search function 51 +48V/OFF switches 21 Battery pack 118 Error messages 140 ‘!’...
Page 172 SHOT MARKER 162 Shot marks 39 KNEE 1 153 OFFSET WHT 150 Shoulder pad 18, 129 KNEE 2 153 OFFSET WHT page 95 Shoulder strap 128 OPERATION menu 76 Shoulder strap posts 18 Operation messages 140 SHT ENABLE 150 Operation warnings 139 SHT ENABLE page 65 LCD LIGHT switch 32 OPTION BOARD 168...
Page 173 USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu 75 V MODULATION 155 VANC RX 165 Vertical smear 15 VF DISP 1 147 VF DISP 1 page 84 VF DISP 2 147 VF DISP 2 page 85 VF SETTING 149 VF SETTING page 88 Viewfinder 22 detaching 120 Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever Viewfinder left-right positioning ring...
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Chapter 1 Overview

Features

Example of System Configuration

Precautions

Using the CD-ROM Manual

Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

Power Supply

Accessory Attachments

Audio Functions

Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions

Menu Operating Section

Time Code System

Warnings and Indications

Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel

Indicators in the Viewfinder

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback

About Cassettes

Recording

Checking Recording and Playback

Recording the Recording Start Time Code Onto the Memory Label - Tele-File

Freezing a Picture During Playback

Setting the Stand-By off Timer During Rec-Pause

Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording

Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting the Time Data

Chapter 5 Menu Displays and Detailed Settings

Menu Organization and Operation

Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen

Adjustments and Settings from Menus

Resetting USER Menu Settings to the Standard Settings

Chapter 6 Saving and Loading User Setting Data

Saving and Loading User Files

Saving and Loading Scene Files

Jumping to a File-Related Menu Page When Inserting a "Memory Stick

Chapter 7 Setting up the Camcorder

Power Supply

Adjusting the Viewfinder

Mounting the Lens

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

Audio Input System

Tripod Mounting

Attaching/Detaching the Shoulder Strap

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

Attaching the Rain Cover (Not Supplied)

Connecting the Remote Control Unit

Chapter 8 Maintenance

Testing the Camcorder before Shooting

Maintenance

Periodic Inspection

Operation Warnings

Appendixes

Specifications

Menu List

Index

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