Read this first
About upgrade licenses and firmware versions
Identifying parts and controls
Screen indicators
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Recording
Playback
Editing
Using the Menu
Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Warning indicators and messages
Additional Information

Sony FS5 II User Manual

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4-581-849-13 (1)

Solid-State Memory

Camcorder

Operating Guide

PXW-FS5/FS5M2/FS5M2K

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Recording

Playback

Editing

Using the Menu

Troubleshooting

Additional Information

Read this first

Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future

reference.

Precautions when using the

camcorder

• Do not hold the camcorder by the following

parts, and also do not hold the camcorder by the

jack covers.

bNotes

• The camcorder is not dustproof, dripproof or

waterproof. See “About handling of your

camcorder” (p. 188).

• When connecting the camcorder to another

device with communication cables, be sure to

insert the connector plug in the correct way.

Pushing the plug forcibly into the terminal will

damage the terminal and may result in a

malfunction of the camcorder.

• Use your camcorder in accordance with country/

region regulations.

On the LCD screen

• A menu item that is grayed out is not available

under the current recording or playback

conditions.

• The LCD screen is manufactured using

extremely high-precision technology, so over

99.99% of the pixels are operational for

effective use. However, there may be some tiny

black points and/or bright points (white, red,

blue, or green in color) that appear constantly on

the LCD screen. These points are normal results

of the manufacturing process and do not affect

the recording in any way.

On sunlight

• Do not record the sun or leave the camcorder

under the sun. The internal parts of the

camcorder may be damaged. If sunlight is

focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire.

When you must place the camcorder under

direct sunlight, attach the front lens cap.

• Do not expose your camcorder’s viewfinder,

lens, or LCD screen to the sun or strong light

source for extended periods. Doing so may

cause a malfunction of the camcorder.

• Do not attempt to record the sun directly. Doing

so may cause a malfunction of the camcorder.

• Do not look at the sun or a strong light through a

removed lens. This may cause irrecoverable

damage to your eyes. Also, this may cause a

malfunction.

• Do not expose the lens to beams, such as laser

beams.

That may damage the image sensor and cause

the camera to malfunction.

Lens LCD screen

Microphone (sold separately) or

Microphone holder

Black point

White, red, blue or

green point

On the temperature of your camcorder

and battery pack

• Your camcorder has a protective function that

disables recording or playback if the

temperature of your camcorder or battery pack

is beyond the safely operable range. In this case,

a message appears on the LCD screen (p. 176).

On recording

• When the memory card access lamp is lit or

flashing in red, your camcorder is reading or

writing data. Do not apply any vibrations or

shocks to your camcorder. Do not turn the

power off, and do not remove the memory

cards, battery pack, or the AC Adapter. The

image data may be destroyed.

• In order to stabilize memory card operation, it is

recommended that you format the memory card

when you use it with your camcorder for the

first time. All data recorded on the memory card

will be erased by formatting, and cannot be

recovered. Save important data on the memory

card on other media, such as a computer, before

formatting the memory card.

• Before starting to record, test the recording

function to make sure the picture and sound are

recorded without any problems.

• Compensation for the loss of the content of

recordings or the loss of recording opportunities

cannot be provided, even if recording or

playback is not possible due to a malfunction of

the camcorder, storage media, etc., or even if

images or sounds are distorted due to the limits

of the capabilities of the camcorder.

• TV color systems differ depending on the

countries/regions. To view your recordings on a

TV, you need to set [60i/50i SEL] in accordance

with the country/region.

• Television programs, films, video tapes, and

other materials may be copyrighted.

Unauthorized recording of such materials may

be contrary to the copyright laws.

• Because of the way that the image device

(CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the

following phenomena may occur.

– The subjects passing by the frame rapidly

might appear crooked depending on the

recording conditions. (This phenomenon may

be notable in displays having high motion

resolution.)

– Horizontal lines appear on the LCD screen

during recording under fluorescent lights,

sodium lamps or mercury lamps. The

phenomena can be reduced by adjusting the

shutter speed (p. 51).

– Images on the LCD screen look horizontally

divided when a subject is continuously lit

with a flash. The effect of this phenomenon

may be reduced by using a slower shutter

speed. Also, you may try using software to

repair the image.

Save all your recorded image data

• To prevent your image data from being lost,

save all your recorded images on external media

periodically.

To handle the recorded images on

your computer

• Download the “Catalyst Browse” software.

Format the memory card using

[MEDIA FORMAT] if images are not

recorded or played back properly

• If you continue recording and deleting images

on memory cards for a long time, the files on

that memory card may become fragmented. As a

result, you may not be able to record and save

images properly. If this happens, save the

images on a separate recordable media, such as

a disc or computer, then format the memory

card. See “Formatting a memory card” (p. 136).

Continued ,

About the operation of the camcorder

• The operation of the camcorder is controlled

using the SEL/SET dial (p. 7, 139) or the multi-

selector on the grip (p. 10).

About this manual

• Operations in this manual are described using

the “SELP18105G” lens. When the operation

differs depending on the lens used, you will find

the relevant information in “Notes” or “Tips.”

• The values you can set in [REC FORMAT] and

other menus depend on the [60i/50i SEL]

setting. In this manual, the values for both [60i]

and [50i] settings are described.

• The images of the LCD screen used in this

manual for illustration purposes are captured

using a digital still camera.

• The on-screen displays in each local language

are used for illustrating the operating

procedures. Change the screen language before

using your camcorder if necessary (p. 165).

• Design and specifications of memory cards and

other accessories are subject to change without

notice.

Read this first (continued)

About upgrade licenses and firmware versions

Some of the functions described in this manual require an upgrade license (option) and

firmware of a specified version or later.

Purchase option products and upgrade the camera firmware according to the devices used.

Function See

page

PXW-FS5 PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K

Firmware

version Upgrade license Firmware

version Upgrade license

External output and face

detection support when

recording in XAVC QFHD

(4K mode)

133

Ver. 1.1

or later

– Ver. 1.0

or later

–

Auto ND Filter 54 Ver. 2.0

or later

––

Recording in RAW format

using a RAW recorder (sold

separately)

Purchase of

CBKZ-FS5RIF

required.

Purchase not

required

(pre-installed)

Zebra 1 / Zebra 2 54 – –

Setting the headphone

output 84 ––

GPS function 115 – –

MPEG HD recording

Ver. 3.0

or later

Purchase of

CBKZ-SLMP

required.

Purchase of

CBKZ-SLMP

required.

High dynamic range (HDR) 57 Ver. 4.0

or later

––

Expansion of ISO/GAIN

settings 147 ––

High frame rate (HFR)

Purchase of

CBKZ-FS5HFR

required.

Purchase not

required

(pre-installed)

Identifying parts and controls

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

AAccessory shoe (with cold shoe

attached)

For details about attachment, see

page 27.

BXLR handle (attached)

For details about attachment, see

page 26.

CCable clamper

DTape measure hook (p. 45)

ELCD screen connection jack (p. 29)

FShoulder strap attachment point

GImage sensor position index (p. 45)

HREMOTE jack (p. 31)

IINPUT 1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V)

switch (p. 83)

JHandle record button (p. 40)

The handle record button is disabled

when set to the HOLD position.

KHandle zoom lever (p. 43)

LMulti-interface shoe (p. 83)

MInternal microphone (p. 82)

NMicrophone holder

OINPUT 2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V)

switch (p. 83)

PINPUT 2 jack (p. 82)

QCable clamper

RCable clamper

SRecording lamp (front) (p. 40)

The recording lamp flashes if the

remaining capacity of the memory card

or battery is low.

TMounting index point (p. 23)

ULens contacts

bNote

• Do not touch directly with your hands.

VWB SET button (p. 56)

WLens lock pin

XLens release button (p. 23)

YGrip attachment point (p. 31)

ZGrip release button (p. 32)

Body

AFULL AUTO button (p. 102)

BHOLD switch (p. 113)

CSTART/STOP button (p. 40)

DND FILTER dial (p. 53)

EPRESET/VARIABLE switch (p. 53)

FASSIGN3/STATUS button (p. 123)

GND/IRIS switch (p. 50, 53) — ND/IRIS

dial (p. 53)

HIRIS — PUSH AUTO button (p. 50)

ISHUTTER button (p. 51)

JISO/GAIN button — L/M/H switch

(p. 51)

KWHT BAL button — B/A/PRESET

switch (p. 55)

LDISPLAY button (p. 122)

MTHUMBNAIL button (p. 119)

NMENU button — SEL/SET dial (p. 139)

OSLOT SEL button (p. 39)

Continued ,

A❙/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (p. 33)

BShoulder strap attachment point

CRecording lamp (rear) (p. 40)

The recording lamp flashes if the

remaining capacity of the memory card

or battery is low.

DRemote control sensor

EASSIGN1/S&Q button (p. 63)

FASSIGN2/P PROFILE button (p. 103)

GAUTO/MAN (CH-1) switch (p. 84)

HAUDIO LEVEL (CH-1) dial (p. 84)

IAUDIO LEVEL (CH-2) dial (p. 84)

JAUTO/MAN (CH-2) switch (p. 84)

KFOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch —

PUSH AUTO button (p. 45)

Li (headphones) jack

MDC IN jack

NTripod receptacles (1/4 inch, 3/8 inch)

Supports 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC

screws.

For mounting on a tripod with screw

length 5.5 mm or shorter (sold

separately).

The tripod may not be able to mount in

some orientations, depending on the

tripod specifications.

Top panel

Identifying parts and controls (continued)

OAccessory mounting screw holes

(1/4 inch)

Three locations on the handle, and eight

on the top panel.

For 1/4-20UNC screws (shorter than

6.5 mm)

bNote

Using screws longer than 6.5 mm may

damage external parts.

ADiopter adjustment dial (p. 35)

BViewfinder (p. 35)

CEye sensor

DBATT RELEASE button (p. 21)

EMemory card slot B (p. 39)

FMemory card access lamp (p. 3)

GMemory card slot A (p. 39)

HMemory card access lamp (p. 3)

IMulti/micro USB jack (p. 124)

JBattery pack (p. 21)

KSDI OUT jack (p. 124)

LHDMI OUT jack (p. 124)

MWired LAN port (p. 96)

NINPUT 1 jack (p. 82)

zTip

• Although a GPS mark is displayed on the

handle, GPS is a function that is planned for a

future firmware update.

Continued ,

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

For details about attaching the LCD screen,

see page 29.

ALCD ON/OFF switch (p. 34)

BMIRROR switch (p. 114)

CLCD screen mounting clamp

For details, refer to the instruction manual

supplied with the lens.

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

For details about attaching the grip, see

page 31.

AGrip zoom lever (p. 43)

BASSIGN4/FOCUS MAG button (p. 46)

CASSIGN dial (p. 85)

DASSIGN6 button (p. 85)

EGrip rotate lever (p. 36)

FSTART/STOP button (p. 40)

GMulti-selector (p. 61)

HASSIGN5/Fn button (p. 61)

LCD screen

Lens (PXW-FS5M2K only)

Grip

Identifying parts and controls (continued)

IGrip belt attachment point

The grip belt is attached at the time of

purchase.

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

Remove the insulation sheet before using

the Wireless Remote Commander.

ADATA CODE button (p. 122)

BTC RESET button (p. 112)

CSCAN/SLOW buttons (p. 119)

D. > (PREV/NEXT) buttons

(p. 119)

EPLAY button (p. 119)

FSTOP button (p. 119)

GDISPLAY button (p. 122)

HTransmitter

ISTART/STOP button (p. 40)

JZoom buttons (p. 43)

KPAUSE button (p. 119)

LMODE button (p. 119)

M b/B/v/V/ENTER buttons

bNotes

• Aim the Wireless Remote Commander towards

the remote sensor to operate your camcorder.

• Point the remote sensor away from strong light

sources, such as direct sunlight or overhead

lighting. Otherwise, the Wireless Remote

Commander may not function properly.

• When you are operating with the Wireless

Remote Commander supplied with your

camcorder, your video device may also operate.

In that case, select a commander mode other

than DVD2 for your video device, or cover the

sensor of your video device with black paper.

To change the battery of the Wireless

Remote Commander

1While pressing on the tab, inset your

fingernail into the slit to pull out the

battery case.

2Place a new battery with the + side

facing up.

3Insert the battery case back into the

Wireless Remote Commander until it

clicks.

• When the lithium battery becomes weak, the

operating distance of the Wireless Remote

Commander may shorten, or the Wireless

Remote Commander may not function properly.

In this case, replace the battery with a Sony

CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery

may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Wireless Remote Commander

Insulation sheet

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not

recharge, disassemble or dispose of in

fire.

Tab

Screen indicators

The numbers in ( ) are reference pages.

Upper left

Center

Indicator Meaning

100% Remaining battery

REC FORMAT (p. 48)

SIMUL/RELAY REC

(p. 41, 42)

Zxx

Optical zoom (BAR)

(p. 160)

Optical zoom (NUMBER)

× xx Clear Image Zoom

(p. 150)

PROXY REC MODE

[ON] (p. 49)

Indicator Meaning

Memory card (p. 38)

REC STBY Recording status (p. 40)

EWarning (p. 176)

NPlayback indicator

(p. 119)

Processing

Relay recording (p. 41)

SDI/HDMI REC

CONTROL (p. 155)

Upper left Upper right

Bottom

Center

Upper right

Bottom

Indicator Meaning

0min Estimated remaining

recording time (p. 178)

Recording/playback

media (p. 38)

00:00:00:00 Time code

(hour:minute:second:

frame) (p. 162)

Indicator Meaning

Face detection [ON]

(p. 47)

PEAKING (p. 158)

ZEBRA (p. 158)

NFC active (p. 88)

AIRPLANE MODE

(p. 96)

CENTER SCAN (p. 150)

Gamma display assist

(p. 111)

Gamma display assist

(when using HLG) (p. 58)

STEADYSHOT

(p. 151)

–2.0EV AE SHIFT (p. 149)

9 Manual focus (p. 44)

to Picture profile (p. 103)

Multi-interface shoe

video light (p. 151)

to ND filter (p. 53)

F5.6 Iris (p. 50)

ISO800 ISO sensitivity (p. 51)

9dB Gain (p. 51)

100 180°Shutter speed (p. 51)

AVCHD AUDIO

FORMAT (p. 155)

PP10

zTip

• Indicators may look different or appear at

different positions.

Data code during recording

For AVCHD, the recording date, time, and

shooting conditions are recorded

automatically.

They are not displayed while recording.

However, you can check them by selecting

the data to display using (DISPLAY

SET) t [DATA CODE] (p. 161) or by

pressing an ASSIGN button assigned with

the DATA CODE function.

Auto setting (p. 50)

n A

White balance (p. 55)

HISTOGRAM (p. 158)

AUDIO LEVEL

DISPLAY (p. 160)

Manual volume

adjustment (p. 84)

Indicator Meaning

Table of Contents

Read this first ........................................................................................... 2

About upgrade licenses and firmware versions ....................................... 5

Identifying parts and controls ................................................................... 6

Body ..................................................................................................... 6

LCD screen ........................................................................................ 10

Lens (PXW-FS5M2K only) .................................................................. 10

Grip ..................................................................................................... 10

Wireless Remote Commander ............................................................ 11

Screen indicators ................................................................................... 12

Step 1: Checking supplied items ............................................................ 19

Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter .......................................... 21

Step 3: Attaching the lens ...................................................................... 23

Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen,

and grip ......................................................................................... 26

Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time .......... 33

Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder .................................. 34

Step 7: Adjusting the angle of the grip ................................................... 36

Step 8: Inserting a memory card ............................................................ 38

Recording ............................................................................................... 40

Recording ........................................................................................... 40

Continuous recording on the memory cards (Relay Rec) .................. 41

Recording movies using both memory card A and B (Simul Rec) .... 42

Changing the setting of the START/STOP button and handle record

button ................................................................................................. 42

Adjusting the zoom ............................................................................. 43

Adjusting the focus ................................................................................. 44

Using automatic focus/fixed focus temporarily (push auto focus/

focus hold) .......................................................................................... 45

Using the focus magnifier .................................................................. 46

Focusing on a detected face (Face detection) .................................. 47

Changing the recording setting/image size ............................................ 48

Selecting the file format and recording format ................................... 48

Proxy recording .................................................................................. 49

Adjusting the brightness ......................................................................... 50

Adjusting the iris ................................................................................. 50

Adjusting the ISO sensitivity/gain ....................................................... 51

Adjusting the shutter speed ............................................................... 51

Getting Started

Recording

Table of Contents

To adjust the amount of light (ND filter) ............................................. 53

Zebra 1 / Zebra 2 ............................................................................... 54

Adjusting the color tone ..........................................................................55

Adjusting the white balance ............................................................... 55

Adjusting the black balance .............................................................. 56

High Dynamic Range (HDR) ..................................................................57

Shooting using HDR-compatible picture profile ................................ 57

Picture profile HDR-related items ....................................................... 57

Using the gamma display assist function .......................................... 58

Playing video recorded in HDR on the camcorder ............................ 59

Limitations on HDR files recorded in non-XAVC formats ................... 60

Using Direct Menu ..................................................................................61

Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording ...............................63

Slow & Quick Motion recording ......................................................... 63

Recording in Super Slow Motion ........................................................ 65

Slow-Motion recording at High Frame Rate (HFR) ................................68

Preparing for High Frame Rate recording .......................................... 68

Slow-motion recording at High Frame Rate ....................................... 68

Limitations of High Frame Rate recording ......................................... 69

Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder (sold separately) .......70

Preparing to record in RAW mode ..................................................... 70

Selecting RAW output and unit recording format .............................. 71

RAW 4K Super Slow Motion ............................................................... 72

RAW 2K Super Slow Motion ............................................................... 72

Setting the S&Q button for RAW ........................................................ 72

MPEG HD recording ...............................................................................73

Preparing to record in MPEG HD ....................................................... 73

Recording in MPEG HD ..................................................................... 73

Slow & Quick Motion Recording ........................................................ 74

Super Slow Motion Recording ........................................................... 75

Playback in MPEG HD ....................................................................... 76

MPEG HD output formats ................................................................... 77

Recommended memory cards .......................................................... 78

Estimated recording time of movies ................................................... 78

Proxy recording supported formats ................................................... 79

Streaming supported formats ............................................................ 80

About the MPEG format ..................................................................... 81

Specifications ..................................................................................... 81

Audio setup ............................................................................................82

Recording sound from the internal microphone ................................ 82

Recording sound from an external audio device ............................... 83

Recording with a Multi-Interface Shoe-compatible microphone (sold

separately) ......................................................................................... 83

Adjusting the audio recording level ................................................... 84

Setting the Headphone Output .......................................................... 84

Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial ....................................85

Continued ,

Using the Wi-Fi function ......................................................................... 87

What you can do with the Wi-Fi function of the camcorder ................ 87

Downloading “Content Browser Mobile” ............................................ 87

Connecting the camcorder to an Android smartphone equipped with

the NFC function using One-touch connection .................................. 88

Using a smartphone as a camcorder remote control ........................ 88

Connecting without using the NFC function (Android) ....................... 89

Connecting without using the NFC function (iPhone/iPad) ................ 90

Using network functions ......................................................................... 92

Configuring a wireless LAN ................................................................ 92

Using airplane mode .......................................................................... 96

Configuring a wired LAN .................................................................... 96

Using the streaming function (STREAMING) ..................................... 97

Using the FTP transfer function .......................................................... 99

Importing a root certificate ............................................................... 101

Resetting network settings ............................................................... 102

Useful functions ................................................................................... 102

Selecting suitable settings automatically (full auto mode setting) ... 102

Customizing the picture quality (Picture profile) .............................. 103

Using the gamma display assist function ........................................ 111

Setting time data .............................................................................. 112

Preventing accidental operation (HOLD switch) .............................. 113

Reviewing the most recently recorded scene (Last Scene

Review) ............................................................................................. 113

Inverting the LCD screen display ..................................................... 114

GPS function ........................................................................................ 115

GPS function compatible devices .................................................... 115

Acquiring position information .......................................................... 115

GPS INFORMATION ......................................................................... 116

AUTO CLOCK ADJ ........................................................................... 116

AUTO AREA ADJ .............................................................................. 117

About GPS ........................................................................................ 117

Playback .............................................................................................. 119

Playback ........................................................................................... 119

Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder ............................. 122

Changing the screen display ........................................................... 122

Displaying recording data (Data code) ............................................ 122

Checking the camcorder settings (Status check) ............................ 123

Connecting to a monitor or a TV .......................................................... 124

Selecting jacks for external output ................................................... 125

Output signal formats ....................................................................... 125

Playback

Table of Contents (continued)

Table of Contents

Protecting recorded movies (Protect) ...................................................134

Dividing a movie ...................................................................................134

Deleting movies ....................................................................................135

Formatting a memory card ...................................................................136

Preventing data on a memory card from being recovered ...................137

Repairing the image database file ........................................................138

Operating the menu ..............................................................................139

Menu items ...........................................................................................141

(CAMERA/PAINT) menu ..............................................................147

Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions

(GAIN SET/ STEADYSHOT, etc.)

(REC/OUT SET) menu ..................................................................153

Recording settings, input and output settings (REC SET/VIDEO OUT)

(AUDIO SET) menu ........................................................................155

Settings for audio recording (AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT/XLR SET, etc.)

(DISPLAY SET) menu ...................................................................158

Display settings (MARKER/DISPLAY OUTPUT, etc.)

(TC/UB SET) menu .......................................................................162

Time code settings (TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC FORMAT, etc.)

(NETWORK SET) menu ................................................................163

Settings for the Wi-Fi function (CTRL W/SMARTPHONE, etc.)

(SYSTEM) menu ...........................................................................164

Settings while recording or other basic settings (AREA SET/BEEP, etc.)

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................168

Warning indicators and messages .......................................................176

Recording time .....................................................................................178

Function limitations when recording .....................................................180

Recording format limitations ............................................................ 180

Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion limitations ................. 181

Proxy recording supported formats ......................................................182

Editing

Using the Menu

Troubleshooting

Additional Information

Continued ,

Streaming supported formats ............................................................... 183

Using your camcorder abroad ..............................................................184

File/folder structure on the memory card ............................................. 185

Maintenance and precautions .............................................................. 186

About the XAVC format .................................................................... 186

About the AVCHD format ................................................................. 186

About memory cards ........................................................................ 186

About the battery pack ..................................................................... 187

About handling of your camcorder .................................................. 188

Specifications ....................................................................................... 191

Index .................................................................................................... 194

Table of Contents (continued)

Getting Started

Step 1: Checking supplied items

Make sure that you have following items

supplied with your camcorder. If, for any

reason, there is something missing, contact

your Sony dealer.

The number in brackets indicates the

number of items supplied.

Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30)

AC Adapter/Charger (BC-U1A) (p. 22)

Power cord (mains lead) (p. 22)

Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-845)

(p. 11)

A button-type lithium battery is already installed.

Large eyecup (p. 36)

Accessory shoe kit (Accessory shoe,

Accessory shoe plate, screws [4]) (p. 27)

XLR handle (p. 26)

LCD screen (p. 29)

LCD screen protective sheet (p. 29)

USB cable

Grip (p. 31)

Body cap (attached to the camcorder)

(p. 23)

Continued ,

Handle connector protective cap (attached

to the camcorder)

Grip attachment point cover (attached to

the camcorder)

“Manuals for Solid-State Memory

Camcorder” CD-ROM

Operating Guide [2]

A lens and lens hood are supplied with the

PXW-FS5M2K.

Software Downloads

When the unit is used with a PC

connection, download any device drivers,

plug-ins, and application software you

require from the following websites.

Sony Professional products website:

U.S.A. http://pro.sony.com

Canada http://www.sonybiz.ca

Latin America

http://sonypro-latin.com

Europe, Middle East and Africa

http://www.pro.sony.eu

Japan http://www.sonybsc.com

Asia Pacific

http://pro.sony-asia.com

Korea http://bp.sony.co.kr

China http://pro.sony.com.cn

Although the data regarding recorded

materials are stored over multiple files and

folders, you can easily handle the clips

without considering the data and directory

structure, by using the dedicated application

software.

Step 1: Checking supplied items (continued)

Getting Started

Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter

The camcorder can be powered by a battery

pack or via an AC Adapter.

For safety, do not use power sources other

than genuine Sony battery packs.

Lithium-ion battery packs

BP-U30

BP-U60

BP-U60T

BP-U90

AC Adapter/Charger

BC-U1A (supplied)

BC-U2A

bNotes

• Do not place the battery pack in hot locations,

such as in direct sunlight or near naked flames.

• Use the supplied AC Adapter to power the

camcorder from a power outlet.

1Push the battery in and slide it

down into position.

To remove the battery pack

Set the ON/STANDBY switch to

STANDBY (

Press and hold the BATT RELEASE

button, and slide the battery up and out.

On the battery pack

• Always set the ON/STANDBY switch to

STANDBY (1) before changing the battery

pack.

• The Battery Info may not be correctly displayed

under the following conditions.

– The battery pack is not attached correctly.

– The battery pack is damaged.

– The battery pack is worn out.

Using a battery pack

BATT RELEASE

button

Continued ,

You can use the AC Adapter to power the

camcorder from a power outlet. While you

are using the AC Adapter, the battery pack

will not lose its charge even when it is

attached to your camcorder.

Connection example: when

connecting BC-U1A

1Connect the power cord to the AC

Adapter.

2Connect the AC Adapter to the DC

IN jack of your camcorder.

3Connect the power cord to the

power outlet (wall socket).

4Set the mode select switch on the

BC-U1A to the DC OUT position.

bNotes

• Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC

Adapter or battery terminal with any metallic

objects. This may cause a malfunction.

• The attached battery pack cannot be charged

while the AC Adapter is connected.

The battery pack can be charged using the

BC-U1A battery charger.

For details about charging, refer to the

manual for the battery charger.

bNote

• Even if the CHG lamp is not lit, the battery

charger is not disconnected from the AC power

source (mains) as long as it is connected to the

wall outlet (wall socket).

Using a power outlet

Power cord

(mains lead)

DC plug

To the

wall outlet

DC IN jack

BC-U1A

Charging the battery pack

Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter (continued)

Getting Started

Step 3: Attaching the lens

This manual explains how to attach an

SELP18105G lens.

For details about using other lenses, refer to

the manual supplied with your lens.

Hold the camcorder body with the front end

downward, and quickly change the lens

somewhere away from dusty locations so as

to keep dust or debris from getting inside

the camcorder body.

1Remove the body cap from the

camcorder body and the rear lens

cap from the lens.

2Mount the lens by aligning the

mounting indexes (white) on the

lens and the camcorder body.

While pushing the lens lightly

toward the camcorder body, turn

the lens clockwise.

The lens is attached when it clicks into

the locked position.

bNotes

• When attaching a lens, do not press the lens

release button.

• Attach the lens to the camcorder squarely,

without excessive force. Mounting the lens

forcibly may result in a malfunction or damage

of the lens mount and ND filter.

• There may be slight lens backlash when the lens

is attached, depending on the lens used. This is

not a fault.

• When attaching a heavy lens or a lens attached

to a tripod, attach individual tripods to the lens

and camera, as required, to maintain balance.

zTip

• After changing the lens, it is recommended to

adjust the black balance (p. 56) before

recording. When you adjust the black balance,

make sure that the front lens cap is attached.

1While pressing the lens release

button all the way in, turn the lens

counterclockwise until it stops.

When you remove the lens, make sure

that you hold both of the lens and the

camcorder body.

Removing the lens

Mounting indexes (white)

Continued ,

2Replace the rear lens cap on the

lens and attach the body cap to

the camcorder body.

Align the mark on the body cap to the

mounting index, and turn the cap

clockwise.

Before you attach caps, remove dust

from them.

bNotes

• When changing the lens, if dust or debris

adheres to the glass surface of the mount, it may

appear on the image, depending on the shooting

conditions. The glass surface of the mount has

an anti-dust coating to prevent dust from

adhering to the image sensor. However, attach

or remove the lens quickly somewhere away

from dusty locations.

• Do not leave the camcorder body with the lens

or body cap removed.

If dust or debris adheres on the glass

surface of the mount

Turn off the camcorder and detach the lens.

Clean the glass surface of the mount and the

surrounding area using a blower (sold

separately), and then reattach the lens.

bNotes

• Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter

water droplets inside the camcorder body.

• Hold the camcorder’s face downward to prevent

the dust from resettling in the camcorder.

• If you cannot clean the glass surface of the

mount by the above procedure, consult your

Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service

facility.

Lens release button

Align the marks.

Step 3: Attaching the lens (continued)

Getting Started

Using a mount adapter (sold separately),

you can attach an A-mount lens (sold

separately) to your camcorder. For details,

refer to the operating instructions supplied

with the mount adapter.

The available functions differ depending on

the mount adapter type.

LA-EA1/LA-EA3

• The autofocus function is not supported.

• The iris can be adjusted using the

ND/IRIS dial of the camcorder.

LA-EA2/LA-EA4

Operations when using LA-EA2/

LA-EA4

• Aperture is set to F3.5 when you record

movies with autofocusing. When you are

using a lens with an F3.5 or smaller F-

stop, aperture is set to the maximum F-

stop of the lens. When you want to set

your own value for aperture, select

manual focusing. Adjusting the aperture

during recording may cause noise or turn

the LCD screen brighter.

• The iris will not adjust automatically in

movie mode.

bNotes

• Some lenses may not be usable or may have

limited functionality. Check the dedicated

support web site or consult your local

authorized Sony service facility on compatible

lenses.

• The sound of the lens and the camcorder in

operation may be recorded during movie

recording. You can avoid this by recording

without the microphone, or by setting the

AUTO/MAN (CH-1) switch or AUTO/MAN

(CH-2) switch to “MAN” and the AUDIO

LEVEL (CH-1, CH-2) dial to 0 (p. 82).

• It may take a long time or may be difficult for

the camcorder to focus, depending on the lens

used or the subject.

Mount adapters

Function

Autofocus Continuous

AF system Phase-detection AF

AF/MF select SAM: Switchable on the lens

SSM: Switchable on the lens

and with the FOCUS switch

of the camcorder

Other lenses: Switchable with

the FOCUS switch of the

camcorder

Continued ,

AF area display

When using an A-mount lens with a mount

adapter, the camcorder displays in-focus

frames.

Autofocusing: The frame of the area that is

in focus turns green.

Manual focusing: The frame of the area that

is in focus turns green. This can assist

focusing.

When using LA-EA2/LA-EA4

Autofocusing

Manual focusing

bNote

• AF areas are not displayed during Super Slow

Motion recording.

Step 4: Attaching the

handle, accessory

shoe, microphone,

LCD screen, and grip

1Remove the protective cap from

the handle connector terminal.

2Place the handle in position,

aligning the screws and

connector with the camcorder.

3While pressing each screw down,

turn clockwise to fasten the

handle.

Attaching the handle

Step 3: Attaching the lens

(continued)

Getting Started

bNote

• Make sure to securely tighten both handle

mounting screws before use. The handle may

uncouple, causing the camcorder to fall, if the

unit is used without securely tightening the

screws.

Removing the handle

Remove the handle using the reverse

procedure for attaching.

bNote

• When using the camcorder with the handle

removed, attach the protective cap to the

connector terminal to protect the connector.

1Lift the edge of the accessory

shoe plate and pull it in the

direction opposite to that of the

arrow on the accessory shoe

plate and remove it from the

accessory shoe.

2Place the accessory shoe with its

protrusions matching the

recesses on the accessory shoe

mount, then fix it to the mount

with the four screws.

Attaching the accessory shoe

Shoe plate

Accessory shoe

Continued ,

3Insert the accessory shoe plate in

the direction of the arrow on the

plate surface until the end of the

plate engages the end of the

shoe.

To remove the accessory shoe

Remove the shoe plate in the same way as

described in step 1 of “Attaching the

accessory shoe”.

Attach the microphone holder to the handle.

1Place the microphone A into the

microphone holder B.

2Connect the plug of the

microphone to the INPUT 1 or

INPUT 2 jack C.

3Place the microphone cable into

the cable holder D.

zTips

• If the microphone cannot be attached securely,

use the spacer supplied with the microphone.

• The tip of the microphone may appear in the

picture, depending on the type of lens that is

attached. Adjust the position of the microphone.

Accessory shoe

Shoe plate

Attaching the microphone (sold

separately)

Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen,

and grip (continued)

Getting Started

1Insert the LCD screen mounting

clamp into the LCD screen

attachment point on the handle.

2Turn the screw clockwise to

fasten the clamp.

The mounting clamp can be secured at

45° increments, although it is

recommended that the clamp be

positioned directly above the screw.

3Attach the supplied protective

sheet to the LCD screen as shown

in the diagram.

bNote

• Wipe the LCD screen to remove any smudges or

dust before attaching the protective sheet.

zTips

• When peeling the protective sheet off the LCD

screen, it is recommended to use cellophane

tape to help peel off the sheet.

• Small air bubbles may disappear naturally if left

overnight.

4Attach the LCD screen to the LCD

screen mounting clamp.

Attaching the LCD screen

Put the cable in the outer cable holder.

LCD screen mounting clamp

Screw

Continued ,

5Turn the lock knob clockwise to

secure the LCD screen.

bNote

• Securely tighten the LCD screen knob before

use. The LCD screen may fall off if the unit is

used without securely tightening the knob.

6Align the “LCDv” mark on the

camcorder with the “V” mark on

the LCD screen connection jack,

and plug in the cable.

Check the cable orientation to make

sure the V faces outwards, and then

insert the cable.

To remove the cable

Press both sides (B and b) of the LCD

screen connection jack, and then remove

the connector.

To change the angle of the LCD screen

See “Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen and

viewfinder” (p. 34).

Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen,

and grip (continued)

Getting Started

To attach the LCD screen to different

positions on the handle

There are also LCD screen attachment

points on the back of the handle (2

locations). The attachment procedure is the

same as described in “Attaching the LCD

screen”.

Removing the LCD screen

Remove the LCD screen using the reverse

procedure of attaching.

1Remove the grip attachment

cover.

2Connect the cable to the REMOTE

jack.

3Align the grip mounting index

with the attachment point index

on the camcorder, and turn the

grip counterclockwise gently.

The grip is attached when it clicks into

the locked position.

bNote

• If the grip does not attach correctly, try to

attach the grip again without using

excessive force.

Attaching the grip

Indexes

Continued ,

4Insert the cable connected in

step 2 into the slot on the side of

the grip as shown in the diagram.

bNote

• If the cable is not inserted in the slot, undue

force may be applied to the cable when

changing the mounting angle of the grip or

the cable may become snagged in the

rotation mechanism.

1Disconnect the cable from the

REMOTE connector.

2Press and hold the grip release

button on the camcorder, and

turn the grip clockwise until it

detaches.

bNote

• Always place the camcorder on a desk or other

horizontal surface when removing the grip.

zTip

• You can attach rosettes to the grip attachment

point on the camcorder and to the mounting

point on the grip.

Rosette mount components are available from

Sony dealers or service representatives.

– Camcorder side: 4-546-932 (sold separately)

– Grips side: 4-547-089 (sold separately)

– Mounting screws: 7-627-556 (sold

separately)*

* 4 screws/rosette are required.

(screw holes indicated by a in the

following diagram)

Removing the grip

Grip release button

Camcorder side

Grip side

Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen,

and grip (continued)

Getting Started

Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting

the date and time

Set the ON/STANDBY switch on (❙).

When you use your camcorder for the first

time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears.

To turn off the power

Set the ON/STANDBY switch to

STANDBY (

bNote

• If messages appear on the LCD screen, follow

the instructions.

Set the date and time when you use your

camcorder for the first time.

zTip

• If you do not use your camcorder for about

2months, 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 (p. 189).

To set the date and time again, press the

MENU button, and select (SYSTEM)

t [CLOCK SET].

1Select your area by turning the

SEL/SET dial, then press the dial.

2Set [SUMMERTIME], [Y] (year),

[M] (month), [D] (day), hour and

minute, by turning the SEL/SET

dial, then press the dial.

The clock starts.

• Set [SUMMERTIME] to [ON] to move the

time forward 1 hour.

Turning on the camcorder

Setting the date and time

MENU button

SEL/SET dial

Continued ,

• You can set any year up to the year 2037.

• Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and

noon as 12:00 PM.

zTip

• The date and time are automatically recorded on

the selected memory card, and can be displayed

during playback (p. 161).

You can change the on-screen displays to

show messages in a specified language.

Press the MENU button and select

(SYSTEM) with the SEL/SET dial. Select

the screen language in [LANGUAGE]

(p. 165).

Select [60i/50i SEL] beforehand, according

to the area in which you will use the

camcorder.

To change the setting, press the MENU

button and select (SYSTEM) t [60i/

50i SEL] with the SEL/SET dial (p. 166).

Changing the language setting

Setting [60i/50i SEL]

Step 6: Adjusting the

LCD screen and

viewfinder

You can select whether to use the LCD

screen or the viewfinder using the

following settings.

To use the LCD screen only

* See page 161.

To switch between LCD screen and

viewfinder automatically

This setting enables switching to

viewfinder display automatically whenever

your eye is near the eye sensor (p. 9) on the

side of the viewfinder.

When you move your eye away from the

viewfinder, the display switches back to the

LCD screen.

bNotes

• The default setting of [VF/LCD PANEL] is

[LCD PANEL].

• The LCD screen and the viewfinder cannot be

used at the same time.

zTip

• The eye sensor will respond if the eye sensor is

blocked, even if you are not looking into the

viewfinder.

Switching between the LCD

screen and the viewfinder

LCD screen LCD screen

“LCD ON/OFF”

switch

[VF/LCD

PANEL] menu

setting

Connected ON LCD

PANEL

LCD screen LCD screen

“LCD ON/OFF”

switch

[VF/LCD

PANEL] menu

setting

Connected ON AUTO

Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and

setting the date and time (continued)

Getting Started

To use the viewfinder only

The LCD screen can be turned up, down,

forwards, or backward to any angle for easy

viewing.

The LCD screen display orientation can be

controlled using the MIRROR switch

(p. 114).

zTip

• The LCD screen should be closed when the

camcorder is not in use or when it is being

moved to protect the LCD screen.

To adjust the viewfinder angle

You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder

to suit your shooting style.

To adjust the focus of the viewfinder

display

LCD screen LCD screen

“LCD ON/OFF”

switch

[VF/LCD

PANEL] menu

setting

Connected OFF –

Not

connected

––

Adjusting the LCD screen

Adjusting the viewfinder

Diopter adjustment dial

Move it until the image

becomes clear.

Continued ,

When the picture in the viewfinder is

hard to see

If you cannot see the picture in the

viewfinder clearly under bright

circumstances, use the supplied large

eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch

it slightly and fit it over the groove of the

eyecup attached to the camcorder. You can

attach the large eyecup facing either the

right or left side.

bNote

• Do not remove the eyecup pre-attached to the

camcorder.

Large eyecup

(supplied)

Step 7: Adjusting the

angle of the grip

You can adjust the angle of the grip to suit

your shooting style.

Normal position

Rotated toward the lens

(maximum rotation)

Rotated toward the rear

(maximum rotation)

Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen

and viewfinder (continued)

Getting Started

1Move the grip rotate lever to the

position shown below, and turn

the grip while pressing the lever.

2Release the grip rotate lever when

the grip is near the desired

position.

3Move the grip slightly until it

clicks into the locked position.

When the grip is locked, move the grip

rotate lever back to its original position.

bNotes

• When finished, always check that the grip is

locked in position.

• The angle cannot be adjusted beyond the

adjustment range. Do not use force to try and

rotate the grip.

The recommended way of holding and

operating the grip is shown below.

Using the ASSIGN5/Fn button and

multi-selector

AOperate the ASSIGN dial using your index

finger.

BOperate the multi-selector and ASSIGN5

button using your thumb.

CHold the grip firmly using your middle

finger, ring finger, and little finger.

Zooming in/out

AOperate the zoom lever using your index

finger and middle finger.

BHold the grip firmly using your thumb.

Holding the grip (recommended

method)

Continued ,

CHold the grip firmly using your ring finger

and little finger.

Step 8: Inserting a

memory card

Supported memory cards

*1 SDXC UHS Speed Class (U3) is required to

record at 100 Mbps.

*2 SDXC memory card (U3) is required for

simultaneous XAVC HD (50 Mbps) and proxy

(9 Mbps) recording.

bNotes

• Operation with all memory cards is not assured.

• Only “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media and

“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” media, which

are half the size of standard “Memory Stick”

media, or standard size SD cards can be used

with this camcorder.

File format Supported memory cards

AVCHD SD, SDHC, SDXC

memory card (Class 4 or

U1 or faster)

Memory Stick PRO Duo

(Mark2), Memory Stick

PRO-HG Duo

AVCHD

(Slow & Quick

Motion, Super

Slow Motion)

SDHC, SDXC memory

card (Class 10 or U1 or

faster)

Memory Stick PRO-HG

Duo

XAVC HD SDXC memory card (Class

10 or U1 or faster)

XAVC HD

(Slow & Quick

Motion, Super

Slow Motion)

SDXC memory card (U3)

XAVC QFHD SDXC memory card (Class

10 or U1 or faster)*1

XAVC QFHD

(Slow & Quick

Motion)

SDXC memory card (U3)

XAVC HD/

Proxy

simultaneous

recording

SDXC memory card (Class

10 or U1 or faster)*2

XAVC QFHD/

Proxy

simultaneous

recording

SDXC memory card (U3)

Step 7: Adjusting the angle of the

grip (continued)

Getting Started

• See page 178 for the recording time of memory

cards.

• Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards

cannot be imported to or played back on

computers or A/V devices not supporting the

exFAT file system used for SDXC memory

cards, by connecting the camcorder to these

devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance

that the connecting equipment supports the

exFAT file system. If you connect equipment

not supporting the exFAT file system and the

format screen appears, do not perform the

format. All the data recorded will be lost.

Open the cover, and insert the

memory card with the notched

corner in the direction as illustrated

until it clicks into place.

• If you insert a memory card into the slot in the

wrong direction, the memory card, the memory

card slot, or image data may be damaged.

• Memory card slot A accepts either “Memory

Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO-

HG Duo” media, or an SD card. Memory card

slot B accepts an SD card only.

To eject the memory card

Lightly push the memory card once.

bNotes

• If [The image database file is corrupted. The

media must be restored to use again.] appears,

format the memory card (p. 136).

• When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be

careful of the memory card popping out and

dropping.

Selecting the memory card slot to be

used for recording

Press the SLOT SEL button to change

which slot is selected for recording. You

can confirm the selected slot on the screen.

bNotes

• You can only select a slot that already has a

memory card inserted.

• While movies are being recorded on the

memory card, you cannot switch the slot even if

you press the SLOT SEL button.

zTip

• When only one slot has a memory card inserted,

the slot that has the memory card is selected

automatically.

Memory card

slot B

Note the direction of the notched corner.

Memory card

slot A

SLOT SEL button

Recording

Your camcorder records movies on memory cards. Do the following steps to record.

1Set the ON/STANDBY switch D to ON (❙).

2Press a record button ACF to begin recording.

(In the following descriptions, the “record button” refers collectively to the handle record

button, START/STOP button on the camcorder, and START/STOP button on the grip.)

The recording lamps BE light up during recording.

To stop recording, press the record button again.

bNotes

• See page 178 about the recording time.

• If a movie file size exceeds 2 GB while recording in AVCHD format, the camcorder automatically divides

the file and creates a new one.

• The menu settings, the picture profile settings, and the settings made by the FULL AUTO button are

stored in your camcorder when you slide the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY (1). The memory

card access lamp lights up while the settings are being stored. If you remove the battery pack or the AC

Adapter before turning off the power, the settings return to the previous settings.

Recording

1080/60i

[STBY] t [REC]

Recording

zTips

• For details about changing the screen display during recording, see page 122.

• Indicators displayed on the LCD screen during recording are shown on page 12.

• The recording lamp can be set to stay off ([REC LAMP[F]], [REC LAMP[R]], page 166).

Insert memory cards each in both slots A and B so the camcorder switches memory card A (or

B) just before the remaining space on the other one runs out, and continues recording on the

next memory card automatically.

Do the following setting before recording.

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [SIMUL/RELAY REC] t [RELAY REC].

bNotes

• Relay recording (Relay Rec) is not supported when using the following functions.

– Slow & Quick Motion

– Super Slow Motion

– Streaming

• Do not eject the memory card that is currently being used for recording. When replacing a memory card

while recording, replace only the one in the slot whose memory card access lamp is off.

• Even if you press the SLOT SEL button, while recording movies, you cannot switch the slot currently

being used.

• When the remaining recording time of the memory card being used is less than 1 minute and the other slot

has a recordable memory card inserted, [ ] or [ ] appears on the camcorder screen.

The indicator turns off when the memory card is switched.

• If you start recording on a memory card with the remaining recording time of less than 1 minute, the

camcorder may not be able to relay-record. To relay-record without failing, make sure that the memory

card has more than 1 minute when you start recording.

• Seamless playback of relay-recorded movies with this camcorder is not supported.

• You can re-combine relay-recorded movies using the “Catalyst Browse” application software.

• The maximum recording time using relay recording in both XAVC and AVCHD is 13 hours. Recording

stops automatically when the maximum recording time elapses.

Continuous recording on the memory cards (Relay Rec)

REC start

Small space

Exchange the recordable memory card

Small space

REC end

REC: Recording

Continued ,

You can record movies on both memory card A and memory card B simultaneously.

Do the following setting before recording.

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [SIMUL/RELAY REC] t

[SIMULTANEOUS REC].

bNote

• Simultaneous recording (Simul Rec) is not supported when using the following functions.

– Slow & Quick Motion

– Super Slow Motion

–Streaming

When using SIMULTANEOUS REC, you can start and stop recording on different memory

cards by using the START/STOP buttons (camcorder and grip) and the handle record button.

In the default setting, movies are recorded on both the memory card A and B at the same time

when either record button is pressed.

• REC BUTTON (START/STOP buttons on camcorder and grip): ,

• HANDLE REC BUTTON: ,

To change the setting

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [REC BUTTON SETTING].

Recording movies using both memory card A and B (Simul Rec)

Changing the setting of the START/STOP button and handle record

button

REC BUTTON SETTING setting Button and memory card

REC BUTTON: ,

HANDLE REC BUTTON: ,

Recording on both the memory card A and the

memory card B starts and stops at the same time when

either record button is pressed.

REC BUTTON:

HANDLE REC BUTTON:

Recording on the memory card A starts and stops

when the START/STOP button is pressed, and on the

memory card B when the handle record button is

pressed.

REC BUTTON:

HANDLE REC BUTTON:

Recording on the memory card B starts and stops

when the START/STOP button is pressed, and on the

memory card A when the handle record button is

pressed.

Recording (continued)

Recording

1Press the MENU button D.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[ZOOM SET] t [ZOOM TYPE] t

zoom type with the SEL/SET dial

The zoom type varies as shown below,

depending on the type of the attached

lens.

zTip

• CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM is a zoom function that

features little or no degradation in image

quality.

Press the handle zoom lever A or grip

zoom lever C slightly to zoom slowly, and

press it further to zoom more quickly.

zTips

• Keep your finger on the power zoom lever. If

you remove your finger, the operation sound of

the power zoom lever may also be recorded.

Adjusting the zoom

Selecting the zoom type

Attached

lens

[ZOOM TYPE] setting

OPTICAL

ZOOM ONLY

ON[CLEAR

IMAGE ZOOM]

Fixed

focal

length lens

/ zoom

lens

Zoom using

zoom lever

not

supported.

Clear image

zoom

supported.

Power

zoom lens

Optical zoom

only

Optical zoom

and clear image

zoom

supported.

Adjusting the zoom with the zoom

lever

Attached

lens

[ZOOM TYPE] setting

OPTICAL

ZOOM ONLY

ON[CLEAR

IMAGE ZOOM]

Wide angle view:

Wide

Close view:

Telephoto

Continued ,

• You can change the handle zoom lever function

([HANDLE ZOOM], p. 150).

• You can switch the zoom display between a bar

indicator and number indicator ([ZOOM

DISPLAY], p. 160)

You can zoom at the desired speed by

turning the zoom ring B. Fine adjustment

is also possible.

bNote

• Turn the zoom ring B at a moderate speed. If

you turn it too fast, the zoom may lag behind the

zoom ring rotation, or the operation sound of the

zoom may also be recorded.

Turn the zoom ring right or left to decide on

the size of the subject in your image.

Zooming must be done before focusing.

When using a power zoom lens, you can

also zoom with the zoom lever of the lens.

bNotes

• The available operations and operating methods

depend on the lens attached. Refer to the

operating manual that comes with your lens.

• Do not grab or apply a strong force to the lens

cylinder as it rolls out when zooming. The lens

may be damaged.

• Keep your finger on the zoom lever. If you

move your finger off the zoom lever, the

operation sound of the zoom lever may also be

recorded.

Adjusting the zoom with the zoom

ring

Adjusting the focus

You can adjust the focus manually for

different recording conditions.

Use this function in the following cases.

– To record a subject behind a window covered

with raindrops.

– To record horizontal stripes.

– To record a subject with little contrast

between the subject and its background.

– When you want to focus on a subject in the

background.

– To record a stationary subject using a tripod.

1During recording or standby, set

the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch

A to “MAN.”

9 appears.

Recording (continued)

Recording

2Rotate the focus ring and adjust

the focus.

9 changes to when the focus

cannot be adjusted any farther, and

changes to when the focus cannot be

adjusted any closer.

To adjust automatically

Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A

to “AUTO.”

9 disappears and the automatic focus

adjustment is restored.

zTips

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

• You can assign this function to the ASSIGN dial

(p. 85).

• The focal length information (for when it is dark

and hard to adjust the focus) appears for about

3 seconds in the following cases.

– When you set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN)

switch A to “MAN” and 9 appears on the

LCD screen.

– When you rotate the focus ring while 9 is

displayed on the LCD screen.

• You can switch the focal length information

between meters and feet ([FOCUS DISPLAY],

p. 160).

To measure the precise recording

distance

The image sensor position mark and tape

measure hook are on the same plane as the

image sensor. To measure the precise

distance between the camcorder and the

subject, use this mark or tape measure hook

as a reference.

You can attach the end of a tape measure to

the hook, and measure the distance from the

subject.

bNote

• You cannot focus on a subject closer to the lens

than the minimum focus distance of the lens

used. Make sure you are not too close to the

subject.

To use push auto focus

Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A

to “MAN,” then press and hold the PUSH

AUTO button B.

The image is shot with automatic focus.

Keep the button pressed to shoot. If you

Using automatic focus/fixed

focus temporarily (push auto

focus/focus hold)

Tape measure

hook

Image sensor position mark

Continued ,

release the button, the setting returns to

manual focusing.

To use focus hold

Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A

to “AUTO,” then press and hold the PUSH

AUTO button B.

The image is shot with the focus fixed at the

point you start to press the button. Keep the

button pressed to shoot. If you release the

button, the setting returns to auto focusing.

bNote

• If the lens has the same function button as your

camcorder, the function on the lens works the

same as your camcorder. For example, when

focus hold is active on your camcorder, the

button on the lens functions as focus hold.

The selected area on the LCD screen is

magnified and displayed. This is useful

when adjusting the focus.

Press the FOCUS MAG button A on

the grip.

The setting changes with each press of the

button.

You can change the position of the enlarged

display using the multi-selector B on the

grip or the SEL/SET dial on the camcorder.

Press the multi-selector B or SEL/SET

dial to set the enlarged display position

back to the center.

bNote

• Even though the image appears enlarged on the

LCD screen, the recorded image is not enlarged.

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• You can change the magnification ratio with

[FOCUS MAG RATIO] (p. 159).

Using the focus magnifier

Enlarged display position

Adjusting the focus (continued)

Recording

The camcorder detects faces and focuses on

one of them (default setting is [OFF]). You

can use this function when the FOCUS

(AUTO/MAN) switch A is set to

“AUTO.”

1Press the MENU button C.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[FACE DETECTION] t [ON] with

the SEL/SET dial B.

Faces are detected.

When the faces are detected, frames

appear on the LCD screen.

3Move the selection cursor

(orange colored frame), and

select the priority face with the

SEL/SET dial B, then press the

dial.

The frame on the priority face changes

to a double frame.

To cancel face detection

Move the selection cursor (orange colored

frame) onto the frame (double frame) on the

priority face, using the SEL/SET dial B,

then press the dial.

bNotes

• Faces may not be detected depending on the

recording environment, the condition of the

subject or the settings.

• You may not be able to get the proper effect in

some recording environments. If this happens,

set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF].

• When [FACE DETECTION] is set to [ON], you

cannot adjust shutter speed, etc. To adjust

shutter speed, etc., set [FACE DETECTION] to

[OFF] temporarily by setting the FOCUS

(AUTO/MAN) switch C to “MAN.”

• The face detection function is not available

while using clear image zoom.

• For details about other limitations, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• To make it easy to detect faces, record under the

following conditions:

– Record in a moderately bright place

– Do not obscure the face with a hat, mask,

sunglasses, etc.

– Face the front of the camera

Focusing on a detected face

(Face detection)

Selection cursor (orange colored frame)

Priority face frame (double frame)

Changing the recording setting/image size

You can select the file format in [FILE

FORMAT] and the recording format (bit-

rate, image size, frame rate, and scanning

system) in [REC FORMAT].

You can select either XAVC QFHD,

XAVC HD, or AVCHD for the file format

on the camcorder. (For details about RAW

format recording, see page 70.)

Change the image quality according to the

recording situation or the playback device.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (REC/OUT SET) t

[REC SET] t [FILE FORMAT] t

a desired format with the SEL/

SET dial.

3Select (REC/OUT SET) t

[REC SET] t [REC FORMAT] t

a desired format with the SEL/

SET dial.

XAVC QFHD (4K mode)

• Image size: 2160 (3840×2160)

• Frame rate: 30/25/24

• Scanning system: p (progressive)

• Bit rate: 100 Mbps/60 Mbps

XAVC HD

• Image size: 1080 (1920×1080) /

720 (1280×720)

• Frame rate: 60/50/30/25/24

• Scanning system: p (progressive) / i (interlaced)

• Bit rate: 50 Mbps/35 Mbps/25 Mbps

AVCHD

• Image size: 1080 (1920×720) / 720 (1280×720)

• Frame rate: 60/50/30/25/24

• Scanning system: i (interlaced) / p (progressive)

•Bit rate

PS: max. 28 Mbps

FX: max. 24 Mbps

FH: approx. 17 Mbps (average)

HQ: approx. 9 Mbps (average)

Selecting the file format and

recording format

60i 50i

2160/30p 100Mbps 2160/25p 100Mbps

2160/30p 60Mbps 2160/25p 60Mbps

2160/24p 100Mbps

–

2160/24p 60Mbps

–

60i 50i

1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps 1080/50p 35Mbps

1080/60i 50Mbps 1080/50i 50Mbps

1080/60i 35Mbps 1080/50i 35Mbps

1080/60i 25Mbps 1080/50i 25Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps 1080/25p 35Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps –

1080/24p 35Mbps –

720/60p 50Mbps 720/50p 50Mbps

60i 50i

1080/60p PS 1080/50p PS

1080/60i FX 1080/50i FX

1080/60i FH 1080/50i FH

1080/30p FX 1080/25p FX

1080/30p FH 1080/25p FH

1080/24p FX –

1080/24p FH –

720/60p FX 720/50p FX

720/60p FH 720/50p FH

720/60p HQ 720/50p HQ

Recording

Frame rate when [60i] is selected

The frame rate displayed on the camcorder

corresponds to the values in the following table.

bNote

• For details about other limitations in each

recording format, see “Function limitations

when recording” (p. 180).

This function allows you to simultaneously

record a low bitrate proxy file at the same

time as recording the high bitrate original

file movie.

Function limitations when proxy

recording

Some functions on the camcorder are

unavailable when proxy recording. For

details, see “Function limitations when

recording” (p. 180).

Proxy recording supported formats

Proxy recording is supported only when

[FILE FORMAT] is set to XAVC QFHD or

XAVC HD. Proxy recording is not

available when set to AVCHD.

There are limitations on the size of the

original file movie and the proxy file

movie.

For details, see “Proxy recording supported

formats” (p. 182).

Proxy recording

For details about media that support proxy

recording, see “Supported memory cards”

(p. 38).

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (REC/OUT SET) t

[REC SET] t [PROXY REC

MODE] t [ON/OFF] t [ON] with

the SEL/SET dial.

appears on the screen.

3Select (REC/OUT SET) t

[REC SET] t [PROXY REC

MODE] t [SIZE] t desired

image size with the SEL/SET dial.

4Press the record button to begin

recording.

bNote

• The camcorder can no longer record when the

maximum number of XAVC files is reached

(600).

About proxy recording files

• For details about the storage location of

proxy recording files, see “File/folder

structure on the memory card” (p. 185).

• Proxy files cannot be played on the

camcorder. appears on the thumbnail

of the original file.

• A proxy file is also deleted/protected

when the corresponding original file is

deleted/protected.

Frame rate on the LCD

screen Actual frame rate

24 23.98

30 29.97

60 59.94

Proxy recording

Adjusting the brightness

You can adjust the brightness by

controlling the amount of light, etc., using

iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, or

ND filter.

bNote

• When you set the FULL AUTO button on (lit),

the iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, and

white balance are adjusted automatically. You

cannot adjust them manually.

1Press the FULL AUTO button A

to set full auto mode off.

2Press the IRIS button E.

next to the iris value disappears.

3Set the ND/IRIS switch B to the

“IRIS” position.

4Turn the ND/IRIS dial C to adjust

the value.

The volume of the light increases the

more that you open the aperture

(decreasing F value). The volume of the

light decreases the more that you close

the aperture (increasing F value).

To temporarily adjust the iris

automatically

Press and hold the IRIS PUSH AUTO

button D.

The iris is adjusted automatically for as

long as you hold the button down.

To adjust automatically

Press the IRIS button E.

appears next to the iris value.

zTips

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

• You can assign this function to the ASSIGN dial

(p. 85).

• The range of focus, an important effect of the

aperture, is called the depth of field. The depth

of field gets shallower as the aperture is opened,

Adjusting the iris

Iris value

Recording

and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the

aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in

your photography.

• You can assign [IRIS PUSH AUTO] to an

ASSIGN button (p. 85).

You can adjust the ISO sensitivity and gain

manually.

1Press the FULL AUTO button A

to set full auto mode off.

2Press the ISO/GAIN button G.

next to the ISO value or gain value

disappears.

3Set the ISO/GAIN L/M/H switch G

to the desired position.

The set ISO value or gain value appears.

You can set the value for each L/M/H

switch position using [ISO SET] or

[GAIN SET] in the (CAMERA/

PAINT) menu (p. 148).

To adjust automatically

Press the ISO/GAIN button G.

The ISO value or gain value disappears, or

appears next to the ISO value or gain

value.

zTips

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

• You can assign this function to the ASSIGN dial

(p. 85).

• You can switch the displayed value between

ISO sensitivity and gain using [ISO/GAIN SEL]

in the menu. Note that ISO sensitivity and gain

are separately saved with different values

(p. 147).

You can adjust and fix the shutter speed

manually. You can make a moving subject

look still or emphasize the fluid motion of a

moving subject by adjusting the shutter

speed.

1Press the FULL AUTO button A

to set full auto mode off.

2Press the SHUTTER SPEED

button H to highlight the shutter

speed value.

next to the shutter speed value disappears.

Adjusting the ISO sensitivity/

gain

ISO value/gain value

Adjusting the shutter speed

Shutter speed value

Continued ,

3Turn the SEL/SET dial F to

adjust the shutter speed.

The following shutter speed adjustment

ranges are available:

When [60i] is selected:

1/8 to 1/10000

(1/6 to 1/10000 when shooting with

24p)

When [50i] is selected: 1/6 to 1/10000

The denominator of the set shutter speed

appears on the LCD screen. For

example, [100] appears on the LCD

screen when you set the shutter speed to

1/100 second. The larger the value on

the LCD screen is, the faster the shutter

speed is.

4Press the SEL/SET dial F to

apply the shutter speed.

To readjust the shutter speed, repeat the

procedure from step 2.

zTips

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

• It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower

shutter speed. Manual focusing with your

camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended.

• When recording under fluorescent lamps,

sodium lamps, or mercury lamps, the picture

may flicker or change colors, or may have

horizontal bands of noise.

You may be able to improve the situation by

adjusting the shutter speed to 1/50 if the power

frequency of your area is 50 Hz, or 1/60 in a 60

Hz area.

• You can switch the shutter speed display

between seconds and degrees ([SHUTTER

DISPLAY], page 160).

To adjust automatically

Press the SHUTTER button H twice.

The shutter speed value disappears, or

appears next to the shutter speed value.

Setting value after switching [60i/50i

SEL]

The shutter speed of the same level before

changing the [60i/50i SEL] setting is

applied. See the following table for the

shutter speeds on each level.

Level 60i/60p/30p 24p 50i/50p/25p

0–6–

1 8 12 6

2152412

3302525

4504030

5604850

6905060

7 100 60 100

8 125 96 120

9 180 100 150

10 250 120 215

11 350 144 300

12 500 192 425

13 725 200 600

14 1000 288 1000

15 1500 400 1250

16 2000 576 1750

17 3000 1200 2500

18 4000 2400 3500

19 6000 4800 6000

20 10000 10000 10000

Adjusting the brightness (continued)

Recording

The camcorder features two ND filter

modes. You can switch between the two

modes using the PRESET/VARIABLE

switch B.

Adjusting in preset mode

Set the PRESET/VARIABLE switch

B to “PRESET,” and switch the ND

FILTER dial A as described below.

CLEAR: No ND filter

1: Density set in CAMERA/PAINT t ND

FILTER t PRESET1.

Default is 1/4.

2: Density set in CAMERA/PAINT t ND

FILTER t PRESET2.

Default is 1/16.

3: Density set in CAMERA/PAINT t ND

FILTER t PRESET3.

Default is 1/64.

Adjusting in variable mode

1Set the ND/IRIS switch C to the

“ND” position.

2Set the PRESET/VARIABLE

switch B to “VARIABLE,” and

switch the ND FILTER dial A to

position 1, 2, or 3.

3Adjust the filter density in the

range 1/4 to 1/128 with the

ND/IRIS dial C.

The ND FILTER dial A 1/2/3 positions

have no effect on the filter density

adjustment.

zTips

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

• You can assign this function to the ASSIGN dial

(p. 85).

• If you switch ND FILTER dial A during

recording, the image or sound may become

distorted.

• When shooting a bright subject, diffraction (a

common phenomenon in video cameras, caused

by closing the iris too much) may result in poor

focusing. Using the ND FILTER dial A

suppresses this phenomenon for better shooting

images.

To adjust the amount of light

(ND filter)

Continued ,

Setting auto ND filter

1Set the PRESET/VARIABLE

switch B to VARIABLE, and

switch the ND FILTER dial A to

position 1, 2, or 3.

The ND filter mode is set to variable

mode.

2Set (CAMERA/PAINT) t [ND

FILTER] t [AUTO ND FILTER] to

ON in the menu.

(auto) appears on the icon indicating

the ND filter value.

bNotes

• Switching the auto ND filter on/off is supported

in variable mode only.

• When the camcorder is in preset mode or when

the ND FILTER dial A is set to CLEAR, the

auto ND filter is disabled.

• When full auto mode is on in variable mode, the

density of the ND filter is adjusted

automatically, even if the auto ND filter is off.

zTips

• You can assign the auto ND filter ON/OFF

setting to an ASSIGN button.

• Can be operated using Direct Menu.

However, when full auto mode is on, operating

the ND filter using the ASSIGN button or Direct

menu is not supported.

• Zebra 1: Set a reference level and range

for zebra display.

• Zebra 2: Display zebra above a set level.

Setting zebra

Select (DISPLAY SET) t [ZEBRA]

in the menu, and set the following items.

*1 Zebra 1 level (reference level)

*2 Zebra 1 range

*3 Zebra 2 level (minimum level)

When ZEBRA1 or ZEBRA2 is selected, the

icon or icon appears.

bNotes

• Zebra 1 and zebra 2 cannot be displayed at the

same time.

• Zebra is not recorded onto the memory card.

• When [ZEBRA SELECT] is OFF, the zebra

point of the histogram is not displayed.

zTip

• You can assign [ZEBRA] to an ASSIGN button.

The setting switches to OFF t ZEBRA1 t

ZEBRA2 each time you press the button.

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5).

Zebra 1 / Zebra 2

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5).

Item Settings (default

setting in bold)

[ZEBRA SELECT] OFF, ZEBRA1,

ZEBRA2

[ZEBRA1 LEVEL] *1 0% to 109% (1%

increments) (70%)

[ZEBRA1

APERTURE

LEVEL] *2

2% to 20% (2%

increments) (10%)

[ZEBRA2 LEVEL] *3 0% to 109% (1%

increments) (100%)

Adjusting the brightness (continued)

Recording

Adjusting the color tone

You can adjust and set the white balance

according to the lighting conditions of the

recording environment.

zTips

• You can assign [WB PRESET] to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• Can be operated using Direct Menu (p. 61).

1Press the FULL AUTO button A

to set full auto mode off.

2Press the WHT BAL button C to

display the WHT BAL indicator.

3Set the B/A/PRESET switch D to

the desired position.

xSetting the A/B value

Select A or B for recording with the

white balance setting (p. 56) stored in

memory A or B.

• When using a commercially available ND

filter, this adjustment is recommended.

xTo use the PRESET value of white

balance

Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[WB PRESET] and select a desired

setting.

Adjusting the white balance

Setting value Example of recording

conditions

Outdoor

([OUTDOOR])

• When recording a night

scene, neon lighting,

fireworks, etc.

• When recording a

sunrise, sunset, etc.

• Under daylight

fluorescent lamp

n Indoor

([INDOOR])

• Where lighting

conditions change,

such as at a party place,

etc.

• Under video light, such

as in a studio, etc.

• Under a sodium or

mercury lamp

Color

temperature

setting ([MANU

WB TEMP])

• You can set a desired

color temperature

between 2300K and

15000K with

(CAMERA/PAINT)

t [WB TEMP SET]

(default setting is

6500K).

Continued ,

zTips

• You can change the white balance value for

outdoor locations when set to

(OUTDOOR). Press the WB SET button B and

turn the SEL/SET dial. Select a value in the

range –7 (bluish) to 0 (standard, default value)

to +7 (reddish).

You can also set the white balance from the

menu ([WB OUTDOOR LEVEL], page 149).

• You can change the color temperature when set

to [MANU WB TEMP]. Press the WB SET

button B and turn the SEL/SET dial.

You can also set the white balance from the

menu ([WB TEMP SET], page 149).

To save the adjusted white balance

value in memory A or B

1Press the FULL AUTO button A to set

full auto mode off.

2Press the WHT BAL button C to

display the WHT BAL indicator.

3Select A ( A) or B ( B).

4Frame a white object, such as a piece of

paper, that fills the screen under the

same lighting conditions as your

subject.

5Press the WB SET button B.

The adjusted value is stored in A or

B. The stored color temperature

appears for about 3 seconds.

bNotes

• When a white balance adjustment value has not

been obtained successfully, A or B

flashes slowly. Adjust the subject appropriately

and set the shutter speed to auto or around 1/60

(1/50), then try adjusting the white balance

again.

• It may take a long time to adjust the white

balance, depending on the recording conditions.

If you want to perform a different operation

before completing the adjustment, set the B/A/

PRESET switch D to another position to stop

the white balance adjustment.

To restore automatic adjustment

Press the WHT BAL button C.

Normally, you do not need to adjust the

black balance. The black balance may be

inappropriately adjusted for some recording

situations. If that happens, adjust the black

balance. It is recommended that you adjust

the black balance also when you change the

lens.

The adjusted settings are stored.

1Press the MENU button during

standby.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[BLACK BALANCE] with the SEL/

SET dial.

3Following the message on the

LCD screen, attach the front lens

cap, and select [YES].

The black balance adjustment starts.

4When [Completed.] appears,

press the MENU button to

complete the adjustment.

If [Could not adjust.] appears

1Press the MENU button to close the

menu screen.

2Try the procedure again from step 1.

Adjusting the black balance

Adjusting the color tone (continued)

Recording

High Dynamic Range (HDR)

Reproduction of brightness over a wider

range than previously available is now

supported by applying an HDR-compatible

picture profile. The camcorder supports

Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), with four

selectable settings.

The [HLG] setting is equivalent to ITU-R

BT.2100. The [HLG1], [HLG2], and

[HLG3] settings enable images to be

reproduced with a wider dynamic range

without images that appear unnatural, as

can arise in existing camera image

reproduction.

1Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [PICTURE PROFILE] t

[PP10].

2Adjust the picture profile items,

as required.

3Press the record button.

Movies shot in HDR are recorded on the

memory card.

bNotes

•For XAVC recording

When recording HDR video in XAVC format

on the camcorder, the color space, gamma, and

other metadata required for HDR playback and

display are stored in the video file.

On devices used for playback and display that

support the metadata, the video is displayed

automatically with the appropriate settings. On

devices that do not support the metadata,

manual configuration is required.

•For AVCHD recording / MPEG HD

recording

AVCHD format recordings and MPEG HD

format recordings do not support HDR

metadata. For appropriate playback and display

of HDR, manual configuration is required.

The following items have been added.

[GAMMA] items

(Default setting in bold)

[HLG1], [HLG2], and [HLG3] all use the

same gamma curve characteristic. Only the

dynamic range and noise suppression

characteristics differ.

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 4.0 or later (see page 5).

Shooting using HDR-compatible

picture profile

Picture profile

number Example setting

PP10 Setting for

shooting in HDR

Picture profile HDR-related

items

Item Description

[HLG] Setting equivalent to ITU-R

BT.2100.

[HLG1] Setting that provides greater

noise suppression than

[HLG2]. However, the

dynamic range that can be shot

is narrower.

[HLG2] Setting with balance between

dynamic range and noise

suppression.

[HLG3] Setting that provides wider

dynamic range than [HLG2].

However, the noise level rises.

Continued ,

bNotes

• The maximum value of the video output varies

depending on whether [HLG1], [HLG2], or

[HLG3] is selected ([HLG1]: 87%, [HLG2]:

95%, [HLG3]: 100%). Test shooting beforehand

is recommended to prevent use of an

inappropriate setting during actual shooting.

• The following limitations apply when [HLG],

[HLG1], [HLG2], or [HLG3] is selected.

– If [MODE] is set to AUTO for [KNEE], the

[KNEE] setting becomes disabled.

– [COLOR MODE] can only be set to

[BT.2020] or [709].

– The [BLACK GAMMA] setting is disabled.

– [AUTO BACK LIGHT] cannot be used.

[COLOR MODE] items

(Default setting in bold)

bNote

Color bars are not output correctly when

[BT.2020] is selected.

The viewfinder and LCD screen of the

camcorder do not support HDR, and so are

not appropriate for displaying HDR.

However, they can display an image to aid

shooting using the gamma display assist

function.

The gamma display assist function affects

only the monitoring video or playback

video displayed in the viewfinder or on the

LCD screen. The recorded video and output

video are not affected.

1Select (DISPLAY SET) menu

t [GAMMA DISP ASSIST] t

[ON/OFF] t [ON].

2Select [GAMMA DISP ASSIST] t

[TYPE].

Item Description

[BT.2020] Standard color tone when

[HLG], [HLG1], [HLG2], or

[HLG3] is selected for

[GAMMA].

[709] Color tone for recording

HDTV format (BT.709) color

when [HLG], [HLG1],

[HLG2], or [HLG3] is selected

for [GAMMA].

HLG3

HLG2

HLG1

100%

100

000.20.40.60.81

95%

87%

HLG1 to HLG3

Gamma input

Video output (%)

Using the gamma display assist

function

High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued)

Recording

3Select one of the following.

(Default setting in bold)

* Requires the MPEG HD option.

zTip

When the camcorder is powered using the battery

pack, changing the brightness of the LCD will

make the HDR image easier to monitor. In the

DISPLAY SET menu, select [LCD BRIGHT] t

[BRIGHT].

Icon display

When the gamma display assist function is

ON, the following icons are displayed on

the shooting screen and playback screen.

You can play back video recorded in HDR

on the camcorder.

When playing files recorded in XAVC

QFHD or XAVC HD format, an “HLG”

icon is displayed on the thumbnail screen

and playback screen (see following

diagrams).

bNotes

• An “HLG” icon is not displayed when playing

AVCHD or MPEG HD format files recorded in

HDR.

• The HDMI output and SDI output do not

support HDR metadata. For appropriate display

of HDR, manual configuration is required.

Thumbnail screen

* Only files recorded in XAVC format.

Item Description

[AUTO] Shooting screen:

Automatically corrects

the picture according to

the picture profile setting.

Playback screen: For

AVCHD, MPEG HD,

and XAVC non-HLG

files, automatically

corrects the picture

according to the current

picture profile setting.

For XAVC HLG files,

automatically corrects the

picture according to the

gamma and color mode

of the playback image.

Thumbnail screen:

Maintains the recent

setting (shooting/

playback).

[HLG

(BT.2020)]

Applies suitable correction

for when [GAMMA] is

HLG and [COLOR MODE]

is set to [BT.2020].

[HLG(709)] Applies suitable correction

for when [GAMMA] is

HLG and [COLOR MODE]

is set to [709].

Icon Meaning

[HLG(BT.2020)] in use

[HLG(709)] in use

Playing video recorded in HDR

on the camcorder

“HLG” icon*

Continued ,

Playback screen

* Only files recorded in XAVC format.

The following limitations apply on files

recorded in formats other than XAVC-

QFHD or XAVC HD.

• The fact that the recording used HLG is

not registered in metadata.

• The “HLG” icon is not displayed on the

thumbnail screen and playback screen.

Limitations on HDR files

recorded in non-XAVC formats

“HLG” icon*

Gamma display assist icon

High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued)

Recording

Using Direct Menu

Direct Menu allows you to change menu

settings using single-hand operation from

the grip.

The following settings can be changed

using Direct Menu.

• Focus (p. 44)

• AE shift level value (p. 149)

• ND filter value (p. 53)

• Iris value (p. 50)

• ISO sensitivity/gain (p. 51)

• Shutter speed value (p. 51)

• White balance value (p. 55)

1Press the ASSIGN5 button A on

the grip.

By default, the Direct Menu function is

assigned to the ASSIGN5 button A,

but it can also be assigned to other

buttons.

After entering Direct Menu mode, a

cursor (underline) is displayed for items

along the bottom of the LCD screen.

• Orange cursor indicates the selected

item.

• White cursor indicates selectable

items.

For example, the iris value 4 is

selected in the following diagram.

AFocus value

BAE shift level value

CND filter value

DIris value

EISO sensitivity/gain

FShutter speed value

GWhite balance value

2Move the multi-selector B left/

right to move the orange cursor

to select the target item to set.

3When (auto) appears for the

item to set, moving the multi-

selector up/down clears the

mark.

Orange cursor

Continued ,

4Press the multi-selector B to

select the setting.

The set value is highlighted in reverse

black and white, allowing you to change

the value.

The following diagram shows an

example of changing the shutter speed

value.

5Move the multi-selector B up/

down to display the desired

value.

6To set another item, repeat steps

3 to 5 to move the orange cursor

using the left/right keys.

7When all desired values are

displayed, press the multi-

selector B.

The setting is applied, and Direct Menu

mode ends.

bNotes

• Direct Menu is not available when using the

following functions (including operation using

operation buttons/ASSIGN buttons).

– During menu display

– During thumbnail display

– Slow & Quick Motion

– Super Slow Motion

– FOCUS MAGNIFIER

– FACE DETECTION

– LAST SCENE REVIEW

–VOLUME

– Smartphone operation (CTRL W/

SMARTPHONE)

–STREAMING

• If an item (such as iris value or focus value) is

changed using buttons or switches while Direct

Menu is displayed, the Direct Menu may be

canceled.

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• You can also use the SEL/SET dial, instead of

the multi-selector, to perform the operations

above.

Shutter speed value

Changed shutter speed value

Using Direct Menu (continued)

Recording

Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion

recording

By recording with a frame rate that is

different from the playback frame rate, you

can record smooth slow motion or quick

motion images.

bNotes

• The supported memory cards vary depending on

the file format (p. 38).

• When recording with the Quick Motion

recording function, your camcorder may

continue recording for some time

(approximately 30 seconds at most) after you

press the record button to stop recording. Do not

operate your camcorder while the [REC]

indicator is flashing on the LCD screen; wait till

it turns to [STBY].

• After you press the button to stop recording,

your camcorder continues recording till it

completes writing of the minimum unit of data

(0.5 seconds of replay time).

1Press the MENU button C.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[SLOW & QUICK] t [S&Q

MOTION] t [REC FORMAT]/

[FRAME RATE] with the SEL/SET

dial D.

[REC FORMAT]: You can select the

recording format from the following.

When [60i] is selected:

XAVC QFHD

2160/30p 100Mbps

2160/30p 60Mbps

XAVC HD

1080/60p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps

1080/24p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/60p PS, 1080/30p FX,

1080/30p FH, 1080/24p FX,

1080/24p FH

When [50i] is selected:

XAVC QFHD

2160/25p 100Mbps

2160/25p 60Mbps

XAVC HD

1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/50p 35Mbps

1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/25p 35Mbps

Slow & Quick Motion recording

Continued ,

AVCHD

1080/50p PS, 1080/25p FX,

1080/25p FH

[FRAME RATE]: You can select the

recording frame rate from the following.

When [60i] is selected:

1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps,

60fps*

When [50i] is selected:

1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps,

50fps*

* 60fps and 50fps cannot be selected for

QFHD.

• See page 64 for the relationship

between [FRAME RATE] and [REC

FORMAT].

3Select [EXECUTE].

The Slow & Quick Motion recording

screen appears.

4Press the START/STOP button A

to start recording.

To stop recording

Press the START/STOP button.

To change the frame rate setting

During standby, press and hold the S&Q

button B, then change the value with the

SEL/SET dial D.

To cancel the setting, press and hold the

S&Q button again.

To cancel the setting

Press the S&Q button B or the MENU

button C during standby.

Playback speed based on the setting

between [FRAME RATE] and [REC

FORMAT] during Slow & Quick Motion

The playback speeds based on the recording

format and frame rate setting are as follows.

XAVC HD/AVCHD

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/24p 1080/30p 1080/60p

60 40% slow 50% slow 100%

(standard)

30 80% slow 100%

(standard)

200%

quick

15 160%

quick

200%

quick

400%

quick

8 300%

quick

375%

quick

750%

quick

4 600%

quick

750%

quick

1500%

quick

2 1200%

quick

1500%

quick

3000%

quick

1 2400%

quick

3000%

quick

6000%

quick

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/25p 1080/50p

50 50% slow 100%

(standard)

25 100%

(standard)

200% quick

12 208% quick 417% quick

6 417% quick 833% quick

3 833% quick 1667% quick

2 1250% quick 2500% quick

1 2500% quick 5000% quick

Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued)

Recording

XAVC QFHD

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

bNotes

• The maximum continuous recording time is

approximately 6 hours for XAVC and

approximately 13 hours for AVCHD.

• The [FRAME RATE] setting cannot be changed

while recording. To change the setting, first stop

recording.

• The time code is recorded in [REC RUN] mode

(p. 162).

• The Slow & Quick Motion is canceled

automatically when the ON/STANDBY switch

is set to STANDBY (1), but the [FRAME

RATE] setting is retained.

• You cannot record sound.

• For details about other limitations, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

By recording with a frame rate much higher

than the playback frame rate, you can

record images to be played back as super

slow motion images. Images recorded with

the Super Slow Motion function will appear

smoother than slow playback of images

recorded at normal speed.

bNotes

• The supported memory cards vary depending on

the file format (p. 38).

• When recording with the Super Slow Motion

recording function, your camcorder may

continue recording for some time

(approximately 6 minutes at most) after you

press the record button to stop recording. Do not

operate your camcorder while the [REC]

indicator is flashing on the LCD screen, and

wait till it turns to [STBY].

• After you press the button to stop recording,

your camcorder continues recording till it

completes writing of the minimum unit of data

(0.5 seconds of replay time).

• Super Slow Motion recording is not supported

in XAVC QFHD.

• The shutter value may not be displayed

correctly when recording in Super Slow Motion

if [SHUTTER DISPLAY] is set to [DEGREE]

(p. 160).

1Press the MENU button C.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[SLOW & QUICK] t [SUPER

SLOW MOTION] t [FRAME

RATE]/[REC FORMAT]/[REC

TIMING] with the SEL/SET dial D

[FRAME RATE]: You can select the

recording frame rate from the following.

When [60i] is selected:

120 fps, 240 fps, 480 fps, 960 fps

When [50i] is selected:

100 fps, 200 fps, 400 fps, 800 fps

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

2160/24p 2160/30p

30 80% slow 100%

(standard)

15 160% quick 200% quick

8 300% quick 375% quick

4 600% quick 750% quick

2 1200% quick 1500% quick

1 2400% quick 3000% quick

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

2160/25p

25 100% (standard)

12 208% quick

6 417% quick

3 833% quick

2 1250% quick

1 2500% quick

Recording in Super Slow Motion

Continued ,

[REC FORMAT]: You can select the

recording format from the following.

When [60i] is selected:

XAVC HD

1080/60p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps

1080/24p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/60p PS, 1080/30p FX,

1080/30p FH, 1080/24p FX,

1080/24p FH

When [50i] is selected:

XAVC HD

1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/50p 35Mbps

1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/25p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/50p PS, 1080/25p FX,

1080/25p FH

[REC TIMING]: You can select the

timing to start recording when pressing

the record button.

• See page 67 for the relationship

between [FRAME RATE] and [REC

FORMAT].

• See page 67 for variations in recording

times based on [REC TIMING].

3Select [EXECUTE].

The Super Slow Motion recording

screen appears.

4Press the START/STOP button A

to start recording.

To decide the recording time

manually

If [REC TIMING] is set to [START

TRIGGER], you can stop recording at any

time by pressing the START/STOP button.

To change the frame rate setting

During standby, press and hold the S&Q

button B, then change the value of the

frame rate with the SEL/SET dial D.

To cancel the setting, press and hold the

S&Q button again.

If you missed a scene you wished to

record

To stop recording, select [Cancel] on the

recording screen.

Recording stops, but the content recorded

up to that point is saved. The file is

displayed on the thumbnail screen.

To cancel the setting

Press the S&Q button B or the MENU

button C during standby.

Record button

START TRIGGER

END TRIGGER

HALF

Time axis

Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued)

Recording

Playback speed based on the setting

between [FRAME RATE] and [REC

FORMAT] during Super Slow Motion

The playback speed based on the recording

format and frame rate settings is as follows.

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

Recording time based on the setting

between [REC TIMING] and [FRAME

RATE]

The approximate recording time based on

the recording timing and frame rate settings

is as follows.

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

bNotes

• Available only when full auto mode is off. Note

that iris, gain and shutter speed are fixed to

manual.

• When [960] ([800]) is selected in [FRAME

RATE], the image to be displayed and recorded

is approximately half the field angle.

• When [480], [960] ([400], [800]) is selected in

[FRAME RATE], the image quality is

deteriorated compared with the image with

normal recording.

• If you adjust the gain or shutter speed, or change

the white balance, the image on the LCD screen

changes. However, the camera setting at the

time the recording ends is reflected in the

recorded image.

• To change the frame rate setting, first stop

recording.

• The time code is recorded in [REC RUN] mode

(p. 162).

• The Super Slow Motion is canceled

automatically when the ON/STANDBY switch

is set to STANDBY (1), but the [FRAME

RATE] setting is retained.

• Flicker adjustment is not available.

• You cannot record sound.

• You cannot select a shutter speed value slower

than the frame rate.

• You cannot use the WB SET button.

• Data code (time and camera data) is not

recorded during AVCHD Super Slow Motion

recording.

• For details about other limitations, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/24p 1080/30p 1080/60p

960 2.5%

slow

3.125%

slow

6.25%

slow

480 5% slow 6.25%

slow

12.5%

slow

240 10% slow 12.5%

slow

25% slow

120 20% slow 25% slow 50% slow

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/25p 1080/50p

800 3.125% slow 6.25% slow

400 6.25% slow 12.5% slow

200 12.5% slow 25% slow

100 25% slow 50% slow

FRAME

RATE

REC TIMING

START

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

HALF

960 19 sec 19 sec 9 sec

480 10 sec 10 sec 5 sec

240 8 sec 8 sec 4 sec

120 16 sec 16 sec 8 sec

FRAME

RATE

REC TIMING

START

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

HALF

800 23 sec 23 sec 11 sec

400 12 sec 12 sec 6 sec

200 9 sec 9 sec 5 sec

100 19 sec 19 sec 10 sec

Slow-Motion recording at High Frame Rate

(HFR)

Slow-motion recording at High Frame Rate

(HFR) has been added to Slow & Quick

Motion recording when the recording

format is XAVC HD.

Unlike Super Slow Motion recording, video

can be recorded up until the remaining

capacity of the media runs out, in the same

way as for normal recording. Consequently,

slow-motion recording is now possible

without missing shooting opportunities.

Shooting mode comparison

* There is an upper limit on the maximum

recording time, just as for normal recording.

The maximum recording time will vary

depending on the frame rate setting.

There are two methods available for

purchasing the option and installing it on

the camcorder.

• After purchasing, obtain an installation

key from the web site, and follow the on-

screen instructions on the camcorder.

For details, follow the procedure in the

Installation Guide of the CBKZ-FS5HFR.

• Connect a computer to the unit via USB to

invoke the automatic detection function,

and follow the instructions displayed on

the computer (Ver. 4.0 and later).

Playback speed

The playback speeds based on the recording

format are as follows.

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

Recording

1Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[S&Q MOTION] t [HIGH FRAME

RATE] t [ON].

2Select [REC FORMAT].

Shooting

mode

Maximum

recording

time

Recording

format

Maximum

frame rate

(XAVC

HD, [60i])

Slow &

Quick

Motion

recording

limitations*

XAVC

QFHD/

XAVC

HD/

AVCHD

60fps

Super

Slow

Motion

recording

Limitations

apply

XAVC

HD/

AVCHD

960fps

High

Frame

Rate

recording

limitations*

XAVC

120fps

Preparing for High Frame Rate

recording

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 4.0 or later. The CBKZ-FS5HFR

option (sold separately) is required (see

page 5).

* On the PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K, purchase and

installation of an option is not required.

Slow-motion recording at High

Frame Rate

FRAME

RATE 1080/24p 1080/30p 1080/60p

120 20% slow 25% slow 50% slow

FRAME RATE 1080/25p 1080/50p

100 25% slow 50% slow

Recording

3Select a recording format.

The frame rate is fixed to the following

value.

When [60i] is selected: 120

When [50i] is selected: 100

4Select [EXECUTE] or press the

S&Q (ASSIGN1) button.

5Press the record button to begin

recording.

To stop slow-motion recording

Press the record button.

To cancel slow-motion recording

mode

Press the S&Q button or the MENU button

during standby.

bNotes

• The camcorder may continue recording for

some time after you press the record button to

stop recording.

• The time code is recorded in [REC RUN] mode.

zTip

The High Frame Rate ON/OFF setting is not

switched by the S&Q button. When Slow &

Quick Motion is selected, the setting of the

[HIGH FRAME RATE] menu item is always

applied.

The following functions cannot be used.

• FACE DETECTION

•COLOR BAR

• CENTER SCAN

• STREAMING

• DATE REC

• SIMULTANEOUS REC/RELAY REC

• PROXY REC MODE

• Wi-Fi remote control

• Full auto mode

• CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM

• AUTO BACK LIGHT

• Audio recording

• Shutter speed automatic adjustment

• RAW recording

• “ACTIVE” image stabilization

(STEADYSHOT)

The following limitations also apply when

recording at High Frame Rate.

• There are limitations on the shutter speed.

Minimum value of 1/125 (when [60i] is

selected), 1/100 (when [50i] is selected).

• The HDMI output is fixed to 60p or 60i

(when [60i] is selected), or 50p or 50i

(when [50i] is selected).

(Default setting in bold)

60i 50i

1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/30p 25Mbps 1080/25p 25Mbps

1080/24p 25Mbps –

Limitations of High Frame Rate

recording

Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder

(sold separately)

Obtaining an install key

In order to use the RAW recording function

on the PXW-FS5, it is necessary to

purchase the “CBKZ-FS5RIF” (sold

separately), obtain the install key via the

Internet according to the following

procedure, then install the option on the

camcorder.

For details, follow the procedure in the

Installation Guide of the “CBKZ-FS5RIF”

(sold separately).

Connecting devices for recording

Signals output from the SDI OUT jack of

this camcorder can be converted by the

HXR-IFR5 (sold separately), and recorded

as RAW images on the AXS-R5 (sold

separately).

• The software version of the AXS-R5 must

be Ver. 1.20 or later.

When shooting RAW images, the following

settings on the camera are recommended.

– White balance: 3200K, 4300K, or 5500K

– ISO sensitivity/gain: Minimum ISO

sensitivity/0 dB

Notes when shooting RAW images

• You can trigger an external recorder to

start/stop recording by pressing the

START/STOP button on the camcorder.

However, the status of the external

recorder cannot be checked on the LCD

screen.

• Triggering an external recorder is always

enabled when recording in RAW. The

recording trigger status is displayed on the

LCD screen of the camcorder. For details,

see the icon description (p. 71).

• The recording date, time, and color bars

cannot be recorded when recording in

RAW.

• Flicker adjustment is disabled.

• Images are recorded in 17:9 in RAW, but

are displayed on the LCD screen of the

camcorder in 16:9 (Edge Crop).

• When recording in RAW, SDI output

settings are disabled.

• RAW images recorded on an external

recorder cannot be played back on this

camcorder. To view recorded RAW

Preparing to record in RAW

mode

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 2.0 or later. An upgrade license for

the option is required (see page 5).

Purchase the “CBKZ-FS5RIF” (sold

separately).

Obtain an install key.

Install the option on the camcorder.

Record in RAW mode.

* On the PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K, purchase and

installation of an option is not required.

75 Ω coaxial cable

(commercially available)

Battery

pack

HXR-IFR5

Interface Unit

AXS-R5 RAW

Recorder

Camcorder

Recording

images, connect the AXS-R5 to a monitor,

and then play back the images.

• Changing the gamma curve may change

the dynamic range of the image recorded

(output), depending on the type of gamma

curve.

• Noise may appear in an image, depending

on the combination of gamma and

recording mode.

• The [REC BUTTON SETTING] status

check is not displayed when shooting

RAW output only.

• When shooting in Super Slow Motion, the

final few frames of images being recorded

are the same image. In some cases, a noise

image may be included.

• Lens compensation is not performed for

video recorded in RAW format.

• Setting the lens compensation setting

(CAMERA/PAINT t LENS

COMPENSATION in the menu) to OFF

allows you to check video equivalent to

RAW video.

Setting the file format to RAW

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC

SET] t [FILE FORMAT] t [ &

XAVC HD] or [ ] in the menu.

The icon appears on the screen.

bNote

• RAW images and XAVC HD movies recorded

with the [ & XAVC HD] setting may

begin and finish at different times.

Setting the RAW output format

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [REC

SET] t [ OUTPUT FORMAT] and

select the desired format.

Camera recording formats for RAW output

The camera recording format for the format

selected using [ OUTPUT FORMAT]

is shown below.

When [60i] is selected:

The bit rate is fixed to 50 Mbps.

When [50i] is selected:

The bit rate is fixed to 50 Mbps.

Signal output from output jacks

During RAW output, the RAW signal is

always output on the SDI OUT jack,

regardless of the SDI OUT output format

setting ( (REC/OUT SET) t [VIDEO

OUT]).

The output is the same for the HDMI and

VIDEO settings when RAW is disabled.

However, if [SDI/HDMI] is set to 2160p/

1080p/480i or 1080p/480i when shooting

with 4K SUPER SLOW or 2K SUPER

SLOW in [60i] mode, the HDMI output is

set to 1080/60p for both recording and

playback.

: Ready to send a trigger to start

recording on an external recorder.

: A trigger to start recording has been

sent to an external recorder.

Selecting RAW output and unit

recording format

Settings (default setting in bold)

[60i] [50i]

4096×2160/60p

4096×2160/30p

4096×2160/24p

4096×2160/50p

4096×2160/25p

[ OUTPUT

FORMAT] setting

Camera recording

format (XAVC HD)

[4096×2160/60p] 1080/60p 50Mbps

[4096×2160/30p] 1080/30p 50Mbps

[4096×2160/24p] 1080/24p 50Mbps

[ OUTPUT

FORMAT] setting

Camera recording

format (XAVC HD)

[4096×2160/50p] 1080/50p 50Mbps

[4096×2160/25p] 1080/25p 50Mbps

Continued ,

No icon: A trigger to start recording cannot

be sent to an external recorder.

bNote

• Even when is displayed on the screen,

recording to an external recorder may not be

carried out correctly, depending on the external

recorder’s status (e.g. insufficient free space on

recording media, low battery charge, incorrect

connection to camcorder). When recording on

an external recorder, check that recording is

being carried out correctly.

4K super slow motion images can be

captured. The capture time is approximately

four seconds.

Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[SLOW & QUICK] t [ 4K SUPER

SLOW] in the menu and set the following

items.

2K super slow motion images can be

captured.

Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[SLOW & QUICK] t [ 2K SUPER

SLOW] in the menu and set the following

items.

You can set the function to assign to the

S&Q button when recording in RAW mode.

Select (SYSTEM) t [ S&Q

BUTTON SET] in the menu and select a

function.

* When [ 4K/2K SUPER SLOW] is

selected, the function switches to [ 4K

SUPER SLOW] t [ 2K SUPER SLOW]

t OFF in sequence each time you press the

S&Q button.

zTip

• Available only when full auto mode is off. Note

that exposure correction is set to manual.

RAW 4K Super Slow Motion

Item Settings (default setting in

bold)

[ OUTPUT

FORMAT]

[60i]:

4096×2160/60p

4096×2160/30p

4096×2160/24p

[50i]:

4096×2160/50p

4096×2160/25p

[FRAME

RATE]

Fixed to the following.

[60i]: 120fps

[50i]: 100fps

[REC TIMING] START TRIGGER

END TRIGGER

END TRIGGER HALF

RAW 2K Super Slow Motion

Item Settings (default setting in

bold)

[ OUTPUT

FORMAT]

[60i]:

2048×1080/60p

2048×1080/30p

2048×1080/24p

[50i]:

2048×1080/50p

2048×1080/25p

[FRAME

RATE]

[60i]:

240fps, 120fps

[50i]:

200fps, 100fps

Setting the S&Q button for RAW

Settings (default setting in bold)

[ 4K/2K SUPER SLOW]*,

[ 4K SUPER SLOW],

[ 2K SUPER SLOW]

Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder (sold separately)

(continued)

Recording

MPEG HD recording

In order to use the MPEG HD recording

function, it is necessary to purchase the

“CBKZ-SLMP” (sold separately), obtain

the install key via the Internet according to

the following procedure, and then install the

option on the camcorder.

For details, follow the procedure in the

Installation Guide of the “CBKZ-SLMP”

(sold separately).

When compatible recording media* is

inserted in the camcorder, you can switch to

MPEG HD recording in the menu.

* See “Recommended memory cards” (p. 78).

1Select (REC/OUT SET) menu

t [REC SET] t [FILE FORMAT]

t [MPEG HD 422] or [MPEG HD

420].

2Select (REC/OUT SET) menu

t [REC SET] t [REC FORMAT].

3Select the recording format.

MPEG HD 422

(Default setting in bold)

MPEG HD 420

(Default setting in bold)

4Press the record button to begin

recording.

bNotes

• The following limitations apply when recording

in MPEG HD.

– GPS (position information) is not supported.

– Data code recording and display is not

supported. If data code display is set to ON

during playback, “--” is displayed.

– Color bars can be used only when proxy

recording is OFF.

– Date recording can be used only during

interlaced recording.

• When recording in MPEG HD, recording stops

automatically when the recorded file reaches 6

hours duration.

• The maximum recording time in MPEG HD

using relay recording is 6 hours. Recording

* An upgrade license for the option is required

for this function (see page 5). On the

PXW-FS5, this function is supported using

Ver. 3.0 or later (see page 5).

Preparing to record in MPEG HD

Purchase the MPEG HD Upgrade License

“CBKZ-SLMP” (sold separately)

Obtain an install key.

Install the option on the camcorder.

Record movies in MPEG HD.

Recording in MPEG HD

60i 50i

1080/60i 50Mbps 1080/50i 50Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps –

720/60p 50Mbps 720/50p 50Mbps

60i 50i

1080/60i HQ 1080/50i HQ

1080/30p HQ 1080/25p HQ

1080/24p HQ –

1080/60i (1440) HQ 1080/50i (1440) HQ

720/60p HQ 720/50p HQ

Continued ,

stops automatically when the maximum

recording time elapses.

• The camcorder can no longer record when the

maximum number of XAVC/MPEG HD files is

reached (600).

• MPEG HD movies are stored in the [PRIVATE]

t [XDROOT] folder on memory cards.

About proxy recording

Proxy recording is supported in MPEG HD

mode.

For details about the size of recorded proxy

files, see “Proxy recording supported

formats” (p. 79).

1Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[S&Q MOTION] t [REC

FORMAT].

2Select the recording format.

MPEG HD 422

(Default setting in bold)

MPEG HD 420

(Default setting in bold)

3Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[S&Q MOTION] t [FRAME

RATE], and set the frame rate.

(Default setting in bold)

4Select [EXECUTE].

5Press the record button to begin

recording.

Playback speed for [FRAME RATE]

and [REC FORMAT] settings during

Slow & Quick Motion

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

Slow & Quick Motion Recording

60i 50i

1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps –

60i 50i

1080/30p HQ 1080/25p HQ

1080/24p HQ –

60i 50i

30fps 25fps

15fps 12fps

8fps 6fps

4fps 3fps

2fps 2fps

1fps 1fps

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/24p 1080/30p

30 80% slow 100%

(standard)

15 160% quick 200% quick

8 300% quick 375% quick

4 600% quick 750% quick

2 1200% quick 1500% quick

1 2400% quick 3000% quick

FRAME RATE REC FORMAT

1080/25p

25 100% (standard)

12 208% quick

6 417% quick

3 833% quick

2 1250% quick

MPEG HD recording (continued)

Recording

bNote

The same limitations and precautions for

XAVC HD also apply for Slow & Quick Motion.

See page 63.

1Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[SUPER SLOW MOTION] t [REC

FORMAT].

2Select the recording format.

MPEG HD 422

(Default setting in bold)

MPEG HD 420

(Default setting in bold)

3Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[SUPER SLOW MOTION] t

[FRAME RATE], and set the frame

rate.

(Default setting in bold)

4Select (CAMERA/PAINT)

menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t

[SUPER SLOW MOTION] t [REC

TIMING], and select the timing for

recording.

For the recording time settings, see

“Recording time for [REC TIMING]

and [FRAME RATE] settings” (p. 76).

5Select [EXECUTE].

6Press the record button to begin

recording.

1 2500% quick

Super Slow Motion Recording

60i 50i

1080/30p 50Mbps 1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps –

60i 50i

1080/30p HQ 1080/25p HQ

1080/24p HQ –

60i 50i

960fps 800fps

480fps 400fps

240fps 200fps

FRAME RATE REC FORMAT

1080/25p 120fps 100fps

REC TIMING settings

(Default setting in bold)

START TRIGGER, END TRIGGER,

END TRIGGER HALF

(See diagram below for timing)

60i 50i

Record button

START

TRIGGER

END TRIGGER

HALF

Time axis

Continued ,

bNote

The recording time from when recording starts

until recording ends is approximately double the

XAVC recording time.

Playback speed for [FRAME RATE]

and [REC FORMAT] settings during

Super Slow Motion

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

Recording time for [REC TIMING] and

[FRAME RATE] settings

The approximate recording time based on

the recording timing and frame rate settings

is as follows.

When [60i] is selected

When [50i] is selected

bNote

The same limitations and precautions for XAVC

HD also apply for Super Slow Motion.

See page 65.

Movies recorded in MPEG HD can be

played back in MPEG HD.

1Press the THUMBNAIL button.

2You can switch playback mode to

[MPEG HD 422] or [MPEG HD 420]

on the thumbnail screen.

3Select the thumbnail of the movie

you want to play to start

playback.

FRAME

RATE

REC FORMAT

1080/24p 1080/30p

960 2.5% slow 3.125% slow

480 5% slow 6.25% slow

240 10% slow 12.5% slow

120 20% slow 25% slow

FRAME RATE REC FORMAT

1080/25p

800 3.125% slow

400 6.25% slow

200 12.5% slow

100 25% slow

FRAME

RATE

REC TIMING

START

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

HALF

960 19 sec 19 sec 9 sec

480 10 sec 10 sec 5 sec

2408 sec8 sec4 sec

120 16 sec 16 sec 8 sec

FRAME

RATE

REC TIMING

START

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

END

TRIGGER

HALF

800 23 sec 23 sec 11 sec

400 12 sec 12 sec 6 sec

200 9 sec 9 sec 5 sec

100 19 sec 19 sec 10 sec

Playback in MPEG HD

MPEG HD recording (continued)

Recording

The output signal formats for MPEG HD

are the same as for XAVC HD.

See page 125.

MPEG HD output formats

Continued ,

Unit: minutes

Recommended memory cards

File format Supported memory cards

MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster)

MPEG HD 422/420

(Slow & Quick Motion, Super Slow

Motion)

SDXC memory cards (U3)

MPEG HD 422/420

(Proxy simultaneous recording)

SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster)

SDXC memory cards (U3) are required for MPEG HD 422/

proxy (9 Mbps) simultaneous recording.

Estimated recording time of movies

MPEG HD 422 1080 720

50Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 110

(110)

110

(110)

MPEG HD 422

+ PROXY (9M)

1080 720

50Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 95

(95)

MPEG HD 422

+ PROXY (3M)

1080 720

50Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 105

(105)

100

(100)

MPEG HD 420 1080 1080 (1440) 720

HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps)

64GB 175

(175)

175

(175)

170

(170)

MPEG HD recording (continued)

Recording

• When using Sony memory cards.

• The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time.

zTips

• The maximum number of scenes that can be recorded is 600 in XAVC and MPEG HD.

• The continuous recording time using relay recording is 6 hours for MPEG HD422/MPEG HD420.

• If the file format uses VBR (Variable Bit Rate) to automatically adjust the bit rate (varies the data

recorded per second) to suit the recording scene, the recording time of the memory card will also vary. For

example, movies containing quickly moving and complex images are recorded at a higher bit-rate, and

this reduces the overall recording time of the memory card.

• Bit-rate (movie + audio, etc.) and number of pixels of each file format are as follows.

– MPEG HD 422

50Mbps, 1920×1080

50Mbps, 1280×720

– MPEG HD 420

HQ: 35Mbps (max) 1920×1080

HQ: 35Mbps (max) 1440×1080

HQ: 35Mbps (max) 1280×720

MPEG HD 422

MPEG HD 420

+ PROXY (9M)

1080 1080 (1440) 720

HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps)

64GB 140

(140)

140

(140)

135

(135)

MPEG HD 420

+ PROXY (3M)

1080 1080 (1440) 720

HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps) HQ (max. 35 Mbps)

64GB 160

(160)

160

(160)

155

(155)

Proxy recording supported formats

Original file Proxy file

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

999333

1920×1080 60(50)i 50 Yes Yes

30(25)p 50 Yes Yes

24p 50 Yes Yes

1280×720 60(50)p 50 Yes Yes

Continued ,

MPEG HD 420

Original file Proxy file

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

999333

1920×1080 60(50)i HQ Yes Ye s

30(25)p HQ Ye s Yes

24p HQ Yes Ye s

1440×1080 60(50)i HQ Yes Ye s

1280×720 60(50)p HQ Yes Ye s

Streaming supported formats

Original file (MPEG HD 422) Streaming data

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

33211

1920×1080 60(50)i 50 Yes Yes

30(25)p 50 Yes Yes

24p 50 Yes Yes

1280×720 60(50)p 50 Yes

Original file (MPEG HD 420) Streaming data

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

33211

1920×1080 60(50)i HQ Yes Yes

30(25)p HQ Yes Yes

24p HQ Yes Yes

1440×1080 60(50)i HQ Yes Yes

1280×720 60(50)p HQ Yes

MPEG HD recording (continued)

Recording

Recording and playback on your

camcorder

Your camcorder can record in HD, based on

the MPEG format.

This uses a Long-GOP video compression

format for recording.

Video*: MPEG-2 MP@HL

When [60i] is selected:

1920×1080/60i, 1920×1080/30p,

1920×1080/24p, 1440×1080/60i,

1280×720/60p

When [50i] is selected:

1920×1080/50i, 1920×1080/25p,

1440×1080/50i, 1280×720/50p

Video*: MPEG-2 422P@HL

When [60i] is selected:

1920×1080/60i, 1920×1080/30p,

1920×1080/24p, 1280×720/60p

When [50i] is selected:

1920×1080/50i, 1920×1080/25p,

1280×720/50p

Audio: LPCM 2ch

Recording media: Memory card

* The camcorder is not able to play back data that

is recorded in MPEG format using settings other

than those described above.

System

About the MPEG format

Specifications

Video

recording

format

MPEG HD422: MPEG-2

422P@HL 4:2:2 Long profile

MPEG HD420: MPEG-2

MP@HL 4:2:0 Long profile

MPEG HD Proxy: MPEG-4

AVC/H.264 4:2:0 Long profile

Audio

recording

format

MPEG HD422: Linear PCM

2ch, 24-bit, 48 kHz

MPEG HD420: Linear PCM

2ch, 16-bit, 48 kHz

MPEG HD Proxy: AAC-LC

2ch, 16-bit, 48 kHz

Audio setup

The following jacks, switches and dials

allow you to set the sound to be recorded.

See page 28 for details about connecting a

microphone.

External audio input jacks and

switches

A INPUT 2 switch

B INPUT 2 jack

G INPUT 1 jack

H INPUT 1 switch

Audio level controls

C AUTO/MAN (CH-1) switch

D AUTO/MAN (CH-2) switch

E AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1) dial

F AUDIO LEVEL (CH-2) dial

You can record sound in stereo using the

camcorder’s internal microphone.

1Press the MENU button I.

2Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1

INPUT SELECT] t [INT MIC] with

the SEL/SET dial J.

3Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH2

INPUT SELECT] t [INT MIC] with

the SEL/SET dial J.

Recording sound from the

internal microphone

Internal

microphone

Recording

To use an external audio device, or a

microphone other than the internal

microphone, change the following settings.

1Select the input source.

Set the INPUT 1 switch H and INPUT

2 switch A according to the devices

connected to the INPUT 1 jack G and

INPUT 2 jack B, respectively.

• If you connect a device that does not

support +48V phantom power, a

malfunction may result from setting this

switch to MIC+48V. Check before

connecting the device.

• When there is no audio device connected to

an INPUT jack, set the INPUT switch of

that jack to LINE to prevent noise.

2Set the input level of the

microphone.

• Set the input level of an XLR

microphone in [INPUT1 TRIM]/

[INPUT2 TRIM] in the menu (p. 157).

Adjust the level according to the

sensitivity of the microphone.

• You can set an input level between

–60 dBu (+12 dB) and –30 dBu

(–18 dB) in 6 dB increments.

The default setting is –48 dBu (0 dB).

3Select the input source for each

channel.

1Press the MENU button I.

2Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1

INPUT SELECT] t [INPUT1] with

the SEL/SET dial J.

3Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH2

INPUT SELECT] t [INPUT2] with

the SEL/SET dial J.

zTip

• When using a stereo microphone that has two

XLR plugs, connect the left channel (L) to the

INPUT 1 jack, and the right channel (R) to the

INPUT 2 jack. Set CH-1 to INPUT 1, and CH-2

to INPUT 2.

You can record audio with a Multi-

Interface Shoe-compatible microphone.

1Connect a compatible

microphone (sold separately) to

the Multi-Interface Shoe.

2Select the microphone using the

menu.

1Press the MENU button.

2To set CH-1:

Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1

INPUT SELECT] t [MI SHOE MIC]

with the SEL/SET dial.

To set CH-2:

Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH2

INPUT SELECT] t [MI SHOE MIC]

with the SEL/SET dial.

Recording sound from an

external audio device

Audio devices Switch

position

External audio device

(mixer, etc.)

LINE

Dynamic microphones or

microphones with a built-

in battery

MIC

+48V powered (phantom

power) microphone

MIC+48V

Recording with a Multi-Interface

Shoe-compatible microphone

(sold separately)

Continued ,

To set both CH-1 and CH-2:

Perform both operations above.

When both CH-1 and CH-2 are set to “INT

MIC,” both the left and right channels are

adjusted by the CH-1 switch C and dial

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (AUDIO SET) t [CH1

INPUT SELECT] or [CH2 INPUT

SELECT] with the SEL/SET dial.

3Set the AUTO/MAN switch (C

and D) of the channels to adjust

to “MAN.”

appears on the LCD screen.

4During recording or standby, turn

the AUDIO LEVEL dial (E and F)

of the channels to adjust.

To restore automatic adjustment

Set the AUTO/MAN switch (C and D) of

the manually adjusted channels to

“AUTO.”

Setting the headphone audio

Select (AUDIO SET) t

[HEADPHONE OUT] in the menu, and

select the audio for output.

Adjusting the audio recording

level

Setting the Headphone Output

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5).

Settings

(default setting

in bold)

Output audio

Left (L) Right (R)

STEREO CH-1 CH-2

MIX MONO CH-1+CH-2 CH-1+CH-2

CH1 CH-1 CH-1

CH2 CH-2 CH-2

Audio setup (continued)

Recording

Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial

Some functions can be assigned to the

ASSIGN buttons or the ASSIGN dial.

You can assign a single function to each of

the ASSIGN1 to 6 buttons and ASSIGN

dial.

See the referenced page numbers for details

about each function.

Default function of each ASSIGN

button

• ASSIGN1: S&Q MOTION (p. 63)

• ASSIGN2: PICTURE PROFILE (p. 103)

• ASSIGN3: STATUS CHECK (p. 123)

• ASSIGN4: FOCUS MAGNIFIER (p. 46)

• ASSIGN5: DIRECT (p. 61)

• ASSIGN6: (No assignment)

Functions you can assign to the

ASSIGN buttons

• – (no function)

• FOCUS MAGNIFIER (p. 46)

• LAST SCENE REVIEW (p. 113)

• WB PRESET (p. 55)

• AE SHIFT (p. 149)

• CENTER SCAN (p. 150)

• STEADYSHOT (p. 151)

•S&Q MOTION (p.63)

• IRIS PUSH AUTO (p. 50)

• FACE DETECTION (p. 47)

• COLOR BAR (p. 152)

• DIRECT (p. 61)

•MENU (p.139)

• PICTURE PROFILE (p. 103)

• VOLUME (p. 155)

• HISTOGRAM (p. 158)

•ZEBRA (p.54)

• PEAKING (p. 158)

• MARKER (p. 158)

• CAMERA DATA DISPLAY (p. 159)

• AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY (p. 160)

• DATA CODE (p. 122, 161)

• GAMMA DISP ASSIST (p. 111)

• TC/UB DISPLAY (p. 162)

• DISPLAY (p. 122, 134, 135)

• SMARTPHONE CONNECT (p. 88)

• STREAMING (p. 97)

• STREAM OPERATION (p. 98)

• FTP TRANSFER (p. 99)

• STATUS CHECK (p. 123)

• REC LAMP[F] (p. 166)

• REC LAMP[R] (p. 166)

• THUMBNAIL (p. 119)

• AUTO ND FILTER (p. 54)

Default function of the ASSIGN dial

• IRIS (p. 50)

Functions you can assign to the

ASSIGN dial

• – (no function)

• IRIS (p. 50)

• ND FILTER (p. 53)

• ISO/GAIN (p. 51)

• AE SHIFT (p. 149)

• FOCUS (p. 44)

Continued ,

1Press the MENU button A.

2Select (SYSTEM) t [ASSIGN

BUTTON] with the SEL/SET dial

3Select the ASSIGN button to

which you want to assign a

function with the SEL/SET dial B,

then press the dial.

[--------] appears if no function is

assigned to the ASSIGN button.

4Select the function that you want

to assign with the SEL/SET dial

B, then press the dial.

5Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial

B, then press the dial.

1Press the MENU button A.

2Select (SYSTEM) t [ASSIGN

DIAL] with the SEL/SET dial B.

3Select the function that you want to

assign with the SEL/SET dial B, then

press the dial.

ASSIGN1 to 3

buttons

ASSIGN5 button

ASSIGN4 button

ASSIGN6

button

ASSIGN dial

Assigning a function to the ASSIGN

dial

Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial (continued)

Recording

Using the Wi-Fi function

The Wi-Fi function of the camcorder

enables you to operate the camcorder

remotely using a smartphone.

Using a smartphone as a camera

remote control

(One-touch remote (NFC))

Required equipment/environment

Smartphone or tablet computer

To use a smartphone as a remote control for

the camcorder, you need to install the

dedicated “Content Browser Mobile”

application on your smartphone. If

“Content Browser Mobile” is already

installed on your smartphone, update it to

the latest version as necessary.

Android OS

Search for “Content Browser Mobile” in Google

Play, then install it.

• You need Android 4.1 or later when you use

NFC One-touch.

• Google play may not be supported depending on

country or region. In this case, search for

“Content Browser Mobile” on the Internet then

install it.

iOS

Search for “Content Browser Mobile” in the App

Store, then install it.

You need iOS 7.0 or later.

• You cannot use NFC One-touch when you use

iOS.

bNotes

• You need an NFC-compatible smartphone or

tablet computer in order to use the NFC One-

touch function of the camcorder.

• Proper operation of the Wi-Fi function detailed

in this manual is not guaranteed for all

smartphones or tablet computers.

What you can do with the Wi-Fi

function of the camcorder

Downloading “Content Browser

Mobile”

Continued ,

• Operations and screen displays of the

application may be subject to change without

notice by future upgrades.

1Select [Settings] on the

smartphone, then select [More…]

and place a check mark next to

[NFC].

2Set the camcorder to shooting

mode.

You can use the NFC function only

when (N-Mark) is displayed on the

screen.

3Touch the smartphone against

the camcorder.

The smartphone connects to the

camcorder, and launches “Content

Browser Mobile.”.

[CTRL W/SMARTPHONE] starts on

the camcorder.

zTips

• Cancel sleep mode and screen lock of the

smartphone beforehand.

• Continue to touch (1 to 2 seconds) the

smartphone against the camcorder, without

moving it, until “Content Browser Mobile”

starts.

• While [CTRL W/SMARTPHONE] is activated,

only the START/STOP button and handle

record button are available on the camcorder.

• The smartphone cannot be connected to the

camcorder when [AIRPLANE MODE] is set to

[ON]. Set [AIRPLANE MODE] to [OFF]

(p. 163).

You can control some of the camcorder’s

shooting functions remotely with a

smartphone. To start [CTRL W/

SMARTPHONE] using the NFC function,

see page 88.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[CTRL W/SMARTPHONE] with the

SEL/SET dial.

Connecting the camcorder to an

Android smartphone equipped

with the NFC function using

One-touch connection

Using a smartphone as a

camcorder remote control

Using the Wi-Fi function (continued)

Recording

3Connect the smartphone to the

camcorder, using the information

that appears on the screen when

the camcorder is ready to be

connected.

The connection method will depend on

the type of smartphone.

Android: page 89

iPhone/iPad: page 90

4Operate the camcorder using the

smartphone.

bNotes

• Live view images may not be displayed

smoothly, depending on the smartphone

performance and/or transmission conditions.

• Movies cannot be saved on a smartphone.

• For details about usage restrictions, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

zTip

• You can assign [SMARTPHONE CONNECT]

to an ASSIGN button.

You can start [CTRL W/SMARTPHONE] by

pressing that ASSIGN button when the shooting

screen is displayed (p. 85).

Functions that can be controlled using

[CTRL W/SMARTPHONE]

• Recording start/stop

• Touch focus

– Available when using manual focus.

• Zooming

•Iris adjustment

bNote

• You cannot perform other operations during

touch focus.

1Select [Settings] on your

smartphone, then select [Wi-Fi]

and the SSID (displayed on the

camcorder).

Setting button

Iris, Focus, and

Zoom buttons

Start/stop button

Connecting without using the

NFC function (Android)

Continued ,

2Input the password displayed on

the camcorder (first time only).

3Confirm connection to the SSID

displayed on the camcorder.

zTip

• The next time that you want to connect to

the camcorder, select the camcorder in the

device list in the Connect menu, and select

[Connect].

4Return to the Home screen, then

start “Content Browser Mobile.”

For details on how to operate “Content

Browser Mobile” after it starts, refer to the

Help section in “Content Browser Mobile.”

1Select [Settings] on the iPhone or

iPad, then select [Wi-Fi] and the

SSID (displayed on the

camcorder).

Connecting without using the

NFC function (iPhone/iPad)

Using the Wi-Fi function (continued)

Recording

2Input the password displayed on

the camcorder (first time only).

3Confirm connection to the SSID

displayed on the camcorder.

4Return to the Home screen, then

start “Content Browser Mobile.”

For details on how to operate “Content

Browser Mobile” after it starts, refer to the

Help section in “Content Browser Mobile.”

Using network functions

When the camcorder is connected to a

network, you can stream a movie in real-

time or transfer recorded files to an FTP

server.

You can connect the camcorder to a

network using a wireless LAN.

Selecting and registering an access

point

You can connect the camcorder and an

access point using a wireless LAN.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [ACCESS POINT

SET] with the SEL/SET dial.

After a short delay, a list of access

points that can be connected is

displayed.

3Select an access point to register.

If an access point you want to register is

not displayed, select [Manual setting]

and configure settings manually (p. 94).

4Enter the password, and select

[Next].

Password entry is not required for

access points that do not display .

5Configure the access point

settings.

IP address

Select the IP address configuration

method.

When [Manual] is selected, enter the IP

address configuration items displayed

on the screen, and select [OK].

Priority Connection

Select whether to configure connection

priority for access points.

zTip

• Selecting [DNS server setting] on the IP

ADDRESS SET screen will display the DNS

server setting screen.

6Select [Register].

• Connection to the access point is

initiated.

• [Registered.] appears when the access

point is registered successfully. The

SSID of the registered access point is

also displayed.

7Select t , and press the

MENU button to close the menu

screen.

Registering an access point using the

WPS function

You can register an access point quickly if

the access point supports the WPS function.

1Turn on the access point.

2Turn on the camcorder.

Configuring a wireless LAN

Recording

3Press the MENU button.

4Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [WPS] with the

SEL/SET dial.

• After a short delay, the following

screen appears.

5Press the WPS button of the

access point within the next two

minutes.

• For details about the WPS button

function, refer to the manual for the

access point.

• Connection to the access point is

initiated.

• [Registered.] appears when the access

point is registered successfully. The

SSID of the registered access point is

also displayed.

• A message is displayed on the screen

if the access point could not be

connected. Select [OK], then repeat

the procedure after selecting [WPS] in

step 4.

6Select t , and press the

MENU button to close the menu

screen.

bNotes

• For details about the functions and settings

supported by your access point, refer to the

manual for the access point or contact the access

point administrator.

• The camcorder and access point may not

connect or the distance between them for

successful communication may be short,

depending on the surrounding environment,

such as obstacles and walls, and the radio wave

conditions. Move the camcorder or otherwise

reduce the distance between the camcorder and

the access point.

Registering an access point using the

WPS PIN method

You can register an access point by entering

the PIN code of the access point.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [ACCESS POINT

SET] with the SEL/SET dial.

After a short delay, a list of access

points that can be connected is

displayed.

3Select [Manual setting] t [WPS

PIN].

zTip

• If ten access points have been registered in the

camcorder, another access point cannot be

registered and a message appears. Select

[Delete], and delete any access points that are no

longer required.

Continued ,

4Enter the PIN code displayed on

the camcorder screen, within two

minutes, into the access point to

which to connect.

• Connection to the access point is

initiated.

• [Registered.] appears when the access

point is registered successfully. The

SSID of the registered access point is

also displayed.

5Select t , and press the

MENU button to close the menu

screen.

bNotes

• For details about the functions and settings

supported by your access point, refer to the

manual for the access point or contact the access

point administrator.

• The camcorder and access point may not

connect or the distance between them for

successful communication may be short,

depending on the surrounding environment,

such as obstacles and walls, and the radio wave

conditions. Move the camcorder or otherwise

reduce the distance between the camcorder and

the access point.

Registering an access point manually

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [ACCESS POINT

SET] with the SEL/SET dial.

After a short delay, a list of access

points that can be connected is

displayed.

3Select [Manual setting] t

[Manual regist.].

bNote

• If ten access points have been registered in the

camcorder, another access point cannot be

registered and a message appears. Select

[Delete], and delete any access points that are no

longer required.

4Enter the SSID on the displayed

screen, and select [Next].

5Select the security method.

If [WEP] or [WPS] is displayed, enter

the password on the displayed screen,

and select [Next].

6Configure the access point

settings.

IP address

Select the IP address configuration

method.

When [Manual] is selected, enter the IP

address configuration items displayed

on the screen, and select [OK].

Priority Connection

Select whether to configure connection

priority for access points.

zTip

• Selecting [DNS server setting] on the IP

ADDRESS SET screen will display the DNS

server setting screen.

Using network functions (continued)

Recording

7Select [Register].

• Connection to the access point is

initiated.

• [Registered.] appears when the access

point is registered successfully. The

SSID of the registered access point is

also displayed.

8Select t , and press the

MENU button to close the menu

screen.

Changing the device name

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [EDIT DEVICE

NAME] with the SEL/SET dial.

“Wi-Fi Direct” and other devices

appear.

To rename a device, use the following

procedure to enter a name from the

keyboard.

How to use the keyboard

To cancel character during entry, press .

Resetting connection information

The connection information that you

registered in order to use [CTRL W/

SMARTPHONE] can be reset.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [SSID/PW RESET]

with the SEL/SET dial.

A message appears.

Screen items Function

1 Switch

character type

Characters switch

between alphabetical

letters, numerals, and

symbols.

2 Keyboard Characters are displayed

in the order they are

selected.

3 Space Enters a space.

4 Input box Entered characters are

displayed.

5 Move cursor Moves the cursor in the

input box to the left or

right

6 Delete Deletes the character

preceding the cursor

7 Switches between

uppercase and lowercase

alphabetical letters

8 OK Confirms an input

operation

Continued ,

3Select [OK].

bNote

• If the connection information has been reset, it

will be necessary to set up the smartphone again

in order to connect it to the camcorder.

Displaying the MAC address of the

camcorder

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[Wi-Fi SET] t [DISP MAC

ADDRESS] with the SEL/SET dial.

The camcorder’s MAC address appears.

Wi-Fi-related settings can be disabled

(when boarding a plane, etc.).

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[AIRPLANE MODE] with the SEL/

SET dial.

3Select [ON].

You can connect the camcorder to a

network using a wired LAN.

1Connect the wired LAN jack of the

camcorder to a router using a

LAN cable (sold separately).

2Press the MENU button.

3Select (NETWORK SET) t

[WIRED LAN SET] t [IP

ADDRESS SET] with the SEL/SET

dial.

Using airplane mode

Configuring a wired LAN

Internet

Router

Using network functions (continued)

Recording

4Configure the access point

settings.

IP address

Select the IP address configuration

method.

When [Manual] is selected, enter the IP

address configuration items displayed

on the screen, and select [OK].

zTip

• Selecting [DNS server setting] on the IP

ADDRESS SET screen will display the DNS

server setting screen.

You can connect the camcorder to a

network and stream a movie in real-time to

external devices.

Streaming formats

There are limitations on the size of the

original file movie and the streaming movie.

For details, see “Streaming supported

formats” (p. 183).

Configuring streaming (preset

registration)

You configure streaming settings and

distribute a stream using those settings.

The following items can be configured.

SIZE

Select the image size for streaming.

– 1280×720

– 640×360

zTip

• Select a size of “640×360” for increased

streaming distribution stability.

DESTINATION SET

Configure the streaming distribution

destination.

–Host Name: IP address or host name of the

receiver

–Port: Port number used for streaming on the

receiver

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[STREAMING] t desired

PRESET number t configuration

item with the SEL/SET dial.

3Select/set the setting value.

4Press the MENU button to return

to the shooting screen.

Streaming distribution

You can distribute a stream of the movie

being shot using the connected network.

1Check that the network

connection settings are

successful (p. 92).

2Press the MENU button.

Using the streaming function

(STREAMING)

Continued ,

3Select (NETWORK SET) t

[STREAMING] t [EXECUTE] t

network connection method.

• The network connection starts.

• To cancel streaming, press the MENU

button or press the ASSIGN button

assigned with the [STREAMING]

function or select .

• When connection is successful,

appears on the screen and the

camcorder is ready to start streaming.

4Press the THUMBNAIL button to

start streaming distribution.

• The screen icon changes to .

zTips

• You can assign [STREAMING] to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85). Pressing the ASSIGN button

with the assigned function displays the network

connection setup screen.

• You can assign [STREAM OPERATION] to an

ASSIGN button. Pressing the ASSIGN button

with the assigned function starts streaming

distribution (p. 85).

• To simultaneously record XAVC or AVCHD

movies to memory card and distribute a stream,

start recording after the camcorder is in

streaming standby state.

• If an error occurs during streaming distribution

standby or during streaming distribution, a

message appears. If [RECONNECT] appears,

selecting it will attempt to reconnect the

camcorder. Selecting [END] will disconnect the

camcorder. Repeat the procedure from step 1 to

reconnect.

bNotes

• The streaming function is not available when

using the following functions.

– During playback

– During thumbnail display

– In the following formats when the file format

is AVCHD:

1080/60p, 1080/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p

– In the following formats when the file format

is XAVC QFHD:

2160/30p 100Mbps, 2160/24p 100Mbps,

2160/25p 100Mbps

• The following functions are not available when

the streaming function is on.

– Slow & Quick Motion

– PROXY REC MODE

– Super Slow Motion

– FACE DETECTION

– COLOR BAR

–CENTER SCAN

–DATE REC

– SIMULTANEOUS REC/RELAY REC

• Only wired LAN connection is supported when

[AIRPLANE MODE] is set to [ON].

• Streaming distribution transmits the raw video

and audio data via the Internet.

Accordingly, the data may be disclosed to other

parties.

• Check that the streaming data is being received

by the receiving device.

• Data may be transmitted to a third party if the

address or other settings are configured

incorrectly.

• Some frames may not be played, depending on

the network status.

• The image quality of fast-changing scenes may

be adversely affected.

Camcorder operation during

streaming

The following functions are enabled during

streaming. Use the hardware switches and

buttons to control the camcorder. Operation

from the menu is not supported.

• Zooming

• Focusing

• To adjust the output audio level, adjust the

input level using the AUDIO LEVEL dial.

Using network functions (continued)

Recording

• Exposure adjustment (iris, ISO

sensitivity/gain and shutter speed)

• White balance

To stop streaming distribution

Press the THUMBNAIL button.

zTip

• You can also stop streaming distribution by

pressing an ASSIGN button assigned with the

[STREAM OPERATION] function (p. 85).

When the camcorder is connected to a

network, you can transfer recorded movie

files directly to an FTP server. Proxy files

can also be transferred.

Registering an FTP server

An FTP server must be registered in order

to use FTP transfer. Up to three servers can

be registered. This section describes the

registration of FTP SERVER1 as an

example.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[FTP TRANSFER] t [FTP

SERVER1] with the SEL/SET dial.

The FTP SERVER1 setup screen

appears.

3Select the item name of each

setting, and enter the settings for

FTP SERVER1.

Enter using the keyboard, then select

[OK].

zTip

• For details about the keyboard input method, see

page 95.

DISPLAY NAME

Enter the display name of the FTP server

to register.

DESTINATION SET

•Host Name: Host name or IP address

of the server

•Secure Protocol: Enable/disable

secure FTP transfer

•Port: Port number of the FTP server

•Directory: Transfer destination

directory

USER INFO SET

User name and password

bNote

• It is recommended that [Secure Protocol] be set

to [ON]. If set to [OFF], the user name,

password, and movie file data may be disclosed

to other parties if communication with the FTP

server is intercepted or if connected to an

unintended FTP server.

Selecting an FTP server

Select an FTP server to use for FTP transfer

from the list of registered FTP servers.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[FTP TRANSFER] t [FTP

SERVER SELECT] with the SEL/

SET dial.

3Select the desired server.

Using the FTP transfer function

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100

Using FTP transfer

You can transfer files by FTP using the

connected network.

1Check that the network settings

are configured (p. 92).

2Press the THUMBNAIL button.

3Select the media, where the files

you want to transfer are stored,

and the file format on the

thumbnail screen.

4Press the MENU button.

5Select (NETWORK SET) t

[FTP TRANSFER] t [EXECUTE]

t network connection method

with the SEL/SET dial.

• The network connection starts.

• The thumbnail screen appears when

connection to the FTP server is

successful.

• If the file format is set to [XAVC] in

step 3, select the file to transfer using

“Main” and “PROXY.”

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

6Select the thumbnail of the file

you want to transfer, and select

• Up to 100 files can be selected.

• Press the DISPLAY button to preview

the image.

• appears on the thumbnail of files

that have a proxy file.

7Select whether to turn the

camcorder off (YES) or not (NO)

automatically when the FTP

transfer is completed.

• File transfer starts.

• To cancel the transfer, select [Cancel].

• If [YES] was selected in step 7, the

camcorder turns off automatically

when the transfer is completed.

If [NO] was selected, select [OK].

You can also continue transferring

files.

bNotes

• Only files that were recorded by the camcorder

can be transferred using FTP.

• Do not exchange a memory card after starting a

file transfer.

Using network functions (continued)

101

Recording

• FTP transfer is not available in shooting mode.

To start a file transfer, first press the

THUMBNAIL button to switch to playback

mode.

• Only wired LAN connection is supported when

[AIRPLANE MODE] is set to [ON].

Checking FTP transfer results

You can check whether all files have been

transferred. If the camcorder is configured

to turn off automatically after transfer is

completed, it is recommended that you

check the transfer results.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[FTP TRANSFER] t [FTP

RESULT].

• The transfer results are displayed.

• The displayed transfer results contains

the following items.

Date

Date and time of transfer start

Number of Contents

Number of transferred contents / total

number of transfer contents

Result

Transfer result

If [Secure Protocol] is set to [ON] for FTP

transfer, a root certificate for authentication

of the FTP server is required. The

camcorder contains a built-in root

certificate, which can also be updated. To

update the root certificate, save the

certificate on a memory card and then

import the certificate from the memory

card.

1Write the root certificate to a

memory card.

Write the certificate in PEM format with

a “certification.pem” file name to the

root directory of the memory card.

2Insert the memory card with the

root certificate into memory card

slot A of the camcorder.

3Press the MENU button.

4Select (NETWORK SET) t

[ROOT CERTIFICATE] t [OK]

with the SEL/SET dial.

• The root certificate starts importing.

• The certificate is imported

successfully when “Completed.”

appears. Select to dismiss the

screen.

bNotes

• Do not eject the memory card while a certificate

is being imported.

• Resetting network settings (p. 102) will delete

the root certificate imported from the memory

card, and will initialize the root certificate of the

camcorder.

Note on wireless network function

We assume no responsibility whatsoever

for any damage caused by unauthorized

access to, or unauthorized use of,

destinations loaded on the camcorder,

resulting from loss or theft.

Importing a root certificate

Continued ,

102

Security in the use of wireless LAN

devices

• To avoid hacking, access by malicious

third parties, and other vulnerabilities,

confirm that the wireless LAN is always

secure.

• It is very important to set up security on a

wireless LAN.

• If a problem occurs due to inadequate

security measures or due to foreseeable

circumstances, Sony Corporation is not

responsible for any resulting damage.

The following settings are reset when

resetting network settings.

• SSID/password for smartphone operation

• Streaming settings (p. 97)

• FTP transfer settings (p. 99)

• FTP transfer result (p. 101)

• Wired LAN settings (p. 96)

• Access point settings (p. 92 to 95)

• Device name (p. 95)

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (NETWORK SET) t

[NETWORK RESET] t [OK] with

the SEL/SET dial.

Resetting network settings

Useful functions

You can optimize settings to suit the scene

to record.

Press the FULL AUTO button A to

set full auto mode on.

The FULL AUTO button lamp turns on.

The iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed,

and white balance are adjusted

automatically. You cannot adjust them

manually.

To set full auto mode off

Press the FULL AUTO button A to turn

the indicator lamp off.

bNotes

• When you set the FULL AUTO button on (lit),

the iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, and

white balance are adjusted automatically. You

cannot adjust them manually.

• The following functions are not available when

full auto mode is on.

– Slow & Quick Motion

– Super Slow Motion

Selecting suitable settings

automatically (full auto mode

setting)

Using network functions

(continued)

103

Recording

You can customize the picture quality by

adjusting picture profile items, such as

[GAMMA] and [DETAIL]. You can make

adjustments for the time of day, weather

conditions, or just personal preference.

Connect your camcorder to a TV or

monitor, and adjust the picture quality

while observing the picture on the TV or

monitor screen.

Picture quality settings for different

recording conditions have been stored in

[PP1] through [PP10] as default settings. 1Press the MENU button B.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[PICTURE PROFILE] t a desired

number with the SEL/SET dial A,

then press the dial.

You can record with the settings of the

selected picture profile.

3Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial

A, then press the dial.

Customizing the picture quality

(Picture profile)

Picture profile

number Example setting

OFF Do not use a picture

profile.

PP1 Example settings of a

color tone with

[STANDARD] gamma

PP2 Example settings with

color tone like an

interchangeable-lens still

camera movie with

[STILL] gamma.

PP3 Example settings of

natural color tone with

[ITU709] gamma

PP4 Example settings of a

color tone that is faithful

to [ITU709]

PP5 Example settings of a

color tone with [CINE1]

gamma

PP6 Example settings of a

color tone with [CINE2]

gamma

PP7 Recommended setting

when shooting using

[S-LOG2] gamma

PP8 Recommended setting

when shooting using

[S-LOG3] gamma and

S-GAMUT3.CINE color

mode.

PP9 Recommended setting

when shooting using

[S-LOG3] gamma and

S-GAMUT3 color mode.

PP10 Setting for shooting in

HDR.

Picture profile

number Example setting

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104

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

To cancel the picture profile recording

Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/SET

dial A, then press the dial.

To change the picture profile

You can change the settings stored in [PP1]

through [PP10].

1Press the MENU button B.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[PICTURE PROFILE] t picture

profile number you want to change with

the SEL/SET dial A, then press the

dial.

3Select [SETTING] with the SEL/SET

dial A, then press the dial.

4Select an item to be adjusted with the

SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial.

5Adjust the picture quality with the SEL/

SET dial A, then press the dial.

6Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust other

items.

7Select [ RETURN] with the SEL/

SET dial A, then press the dial.

8Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial A,

then press the dial.

A picture profile indicator appears.

Useful functions (continued)

105

Recording

BLACK LEVEL

To set the black level.

GAMMA

To select a gamma curve.

BLACK GAMMA

To correct gamma in low intensity area.

Item Description and settings

Sets the black level.

–15 to +15

Item Description and settings

[STANDARD] Standard gamma curve for movies

[STILL] Gamma curve like an interchangeable-lens still camera movie.

[CINE1] Makes soft color images by decreasing dark area contrast and

sharpening bright area tone changes (HG4609G33 equivalent).

[CINE2] Almost the same effect as [CINE1]; select this if you want to treat the

image in a range within 100% of video signal when editing, etc.

(HG4600G30 equivalent).

[CINE3] Increases contrast between bright areas and dark areas more than

[CINE1] and [CINE2], sharpening dark area tone changes.

[CINE4] Increases dark area contrast more than that of [CINE3]. The dark area

contrast is weaker and the bright area contrast is stronger than that of

[STANDARD].

[ITU709] Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU-709. Gain in low intensity area:

4.5

[ITU709(800%)] Gamma curve for checking scenes when shooting using [S-LOG2] or

[S-LOG3].

[S-LOG2] [S-LOG2] gamma curve. This setting presumes editing in post-

production after recording.

[S-LOG3] [S-LOG3] gamma curve. Gamma curve with characteristics similar to

film, and which presumes editing in post-production after recording.

Item Description and settings

[RANGE] Selects a correcting range.

HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW

[LEVEL] Sets the correcting level.

–7 (maximum black compression) to +7 (maximum black stretch)

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KNEE

To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting

signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder.

When [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1], [CINE2], [CINE3], [CINE4], [STILL], [ITU709(800%)],

[S-LOG2], or [S-LOG3], setting [MODE] to [AUTO] will set [KNEE] off. To use the

[KNEE] function, set [MODE] to [MANUAL].

Item Description and settings

[MODE] Selects automatic or manual mode.

[AUTO] : Sets the knee point and slope automatically.

[MANUAL] : Sets the knee point and slope manually.

[AUTO SET] Sets the maximum point and sensitivity in [AUTO] mode.

[MAX POINT] : Sets the maximum value of the knee point.

90% to 100%

[SENSITIVITY] : Sets the sensitivity.

HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW

[MANUAL SET] Sets the knee point and slope in [MANUAL] mode.

[POINT] : Sets the knee point.

75% to 105%

[SLOPE] : Sets the knee slope.

–5 (gentle) to +5 (steep)

[KNEE] is set off when you set to +5.

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Recording

COLOR MODE

Selects the type of color.

bNote

• If S-GAMUT, S-GAMUT3, or S-GAMUT3.CINE is selected in [COLOR MODE], the setting is fixed to

3200, 4300, or 5500, according to the white balance setting.

SATURATION

To set the color level.

COLOR PHASE

To set the color phase.

Item Description and settings

[STANDARD] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STANDARD].

[STILL] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STILL].

[CINEMA] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1].

[PRO] Natural color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [ITU709].

[ITU709 MATRIX] Gamma curve that corresponds to ITU-709.

[B/W] Black and white.

[S-GAMUT/3200K] Applies a combination of the following three settings and three color

temperatures.

S-GAMUT: Use when [GAMMA] is set to [S-LOG2], a

setting that presumes editing in post-production

after recording.

S-GAMUT3.CINE: Use when [GAMMA] is set to [S-LOG3], a

setting that presumes editing in post-production

after recording.

Supports recording in a color gamut for easy

adjustment to digital cinema color gamut.

S-GAMUT3: Use when [GAMMA] is set to [S-LOG3], a

setting that presumes editing in post-production

after recording.

Supports recording with wide color gamut.

3200K: 3200K color temperature

4300K: 4300K color temperature

5500K: 5500K color temperature

[S-GAMUT/4300K]

[S-GAMUT/5500K]

[S-GAMUT3.CINE/

3200K]

[S-GAMUT3.CINE/

4300K]

[S-GAMUT3.CINE/

5500K]

[S-GAMUT3/3200K]

[S-GAMUT3/4300K]

[S-GAMUT3/5500K]

Item Description and settings

–32 (light) to +32 (dark)

Item Description and settings

–7 (greenish) to +7 (reddish)

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COLOR DEPTH

To set the color depth for each color phase.

This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors.

The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value to more positive side, and lighter as

you decrease the value to more negative side.

COLOR CORRECTION

To set the color correction.

Item Description and settings

[R] –7 (light red) to +7 (deep red)

[G] –7 (light green) to +7 (deep green)

[B] –7 (light blue) to +7 (deep blue)

[C] –7 (light cyan) to +7 (deep cyan)

[M] –7 (light magenta) to +7 (deep magenta)

[Y] –7 (light yellow) to +7 (deep yellow)

Item Description and settings

TYPE Selects color correction type.

[OFF]: Not correct colors.

[COLOR REVISION]: Corrects colors stored in memory.

Colors not stored in memory (displayed in black and white when

[COLOR EXTRACT] is set) will not be corrected.

[COLOR EXTRACT]: Displays areas in colors that are stored in the

memory.

The other areas are displayed in black and white. You can use this

function to add effects to your movies or to confirm the colors to be

stored in the memory.

MEMORY

SELECTION

Selects a memory to make active.

[1]: Sets Memory 1 to be active.

[2]: Sets Memory 2 to be active.

[1&2]: Sets both Memory 1 and 2 to be active.

MEMORY1 COLOR Sets colors stored in Memory 1.

[PHASE]: Sets color phase.

0 (purple) to 8 (red) to 16 (yellow) to 24 (green) to 31 (blue)

[PHASE RANGE]: Sets color phase range.

0 (no color selection), 1 (narrow: to select only a single color) to 31

(wide: to select multiple colors in similar color phase)

[SATURATION]: Sets saturation.

0 (to select from light colors to dark colors) to 31 (to select dark color)

[ONE PUSH SET]: Automatically sets [PHASE] for a subject at the

center of the marker. [SATURATION] is set to 0.

Useful functions (continued)

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Recording

zTips

• Setting both memories to the same setting doubles the color correction effect.

• The settings of [COLOR CORRECTION] will be retained even if the power is turned off. However, if

you want to correct colors that may change according to time of the day, weather, location, etc., it is

recommended that you set [COLOR CORRECTION] again prior to recording.

• If you change the white balance value or the settings of [WB SHIFT], [SATURATION] or [COLOR

PHASE] of the picture profile, the settings of [PHASE RANGE] and [PHASE] of the selected memory

will change. When you change the white balance value or the settings of the above picture profile items

after you have set [PHASE RANGE] and [PHASE], check the settings of [COLOR CORRECTION] prior

to recording.

• When the white balance is set in full auto mode, the white balance value automatically varies according to

the lighting conditions of your recording environment. Manual white balance adjustment is recommended

when you use [COLOR CORRECTION].

WB SHIFT

To set items for the white balance shift.

Items you can adjust differ depending on the filter type.

MEMORY1

REVISION

Corrects colors in Memory 1.

[PHASE]: Corrects the phase of the color in Memory 1.

–15 to +15 (0 for no correction.)

[SATURATION]: Corrects the saturation of the color in Memory 1.

–15 to +15 (0 for no correction.)

MEMORY2 COLOR Sets colors stored in Memory 2.

See [MEMORY1 COLOR] for description and settings.

MEMORY2

REVISION

Corrects colors in Memory 2.

See [MEMORY1 REVISION] for description and settings.

Item Description and settings

[FILTER TYPE] Selects a color filter type for the white balance shift.

[LB-CC] : Film type (color conversion and correction)

[R-B] : Video type (correction of R and B levels)

[LB[COLOR TEMP]] Sets a color temperature offset value.

–9 (bluish) to +9 (reddish)

[CC[MG/GR]] Sets a color correct offset value.

–9 (greenish) to +9 (magentish)

[R GAIN] Sets an R level.

–9 (low R level) to +9 (high R level)

[B GAIN] Sets a B level.

–9 (low B level) to +9 (high B level)

Item Description and settings

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DETAIL

To set items for the detail.

Item Description and settings

[LEVEL] Sets the detail level.

–7 to +7

[MANUAL SET] [ON/OFF] : Turns on and off the manual detail adjustment.

Set to [ON] to enable the manual detail

adjustment (automatic optimization will not be

performed).

[V/H BALANCE] : Sets the vertical (V) and horizontal (H) balance

of DETAIL.

–2 (off to the vertical (V) side) to +2 (off to the

horizontal (H) side)

[B/W BALANCE] : Selects the balance of the lower DETAIL (B) and

the upper DETAIL (W).

TYPE1 (off to the lower DETAIL (B) side) to

TYPE5 (off to the upper DETAIL (W) side)

[LIMIT] : Sets the limit level of DETAIL.

0 (Low limit level: likely to be limited) to 7

(High limit level: not likely to be limited)

[CRISPENING] : Sets the crispening level.

0 (shallow crispening level) to 7 (deep crispening

level)

[HI-LIGHT DETAIL]

: Sets the DETAIL level in the high intensity

areas.

0 to 4

Useful functions (continued)

111

Recording

COPY

To copy the settings of the picture profile to

another picture profile number.

RESET

To reset the picture profile to the default

setting.

To copy the picture profile setting to

another picture profile number

1Press the MENU button B.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[PICTURE PROFILE] t picture

profile number you want to copy with

the SEL/SET dial A, then press the

dial.

3Select [SETTING] t [COPY] with the

SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial.

4Select the number of the picture profile

that you want to copy to with the SEL/

SET dial A, then press the dial.

5Select [YES] t [ RETURN] t

[OK] with the SEL/SET dial A.

To reset the picture profile settings

You can reset the picture profile settings by

each picture profile number. You cannot

reset all picture profile settings at once.

1Press the MENU button B.

2Select (CAMERA/PAINT) t

[PICTURE PROFILE] t target picture

profile number with the SEL/SET dial

A, then press the dial.

3Select [SETTING] t [RESET] t

[YES] t [ RETURN] t [OK] with

the SEL/SET dial A.

Movies shot using S-Log2 or S-Log3

require editing in post production. These

images have low contrast, that make live

monitoring difficult. To preview the video,

you can use [GAMMA DISP ASSIST] to

convert the video for display in the

viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

This function affects only the monitoring

video or playback video displayed in the

viewfinder or on the LCD screen. The

recorded video and output video is not

affected.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (DISPLAY SET) t

[GAMMA DISP ASSIST] t [ON]

with the SEL/SET dial.

3Select (DISPLAY SET) t

[GAMMA DISP ASSIST] t [TYPE]

with the SEL/SET dial.

4Select the desired value with the

SEL/SET dial.

AUTO: If the gamma is set to

[S-LOG2] in [PICTURE PROFILE],

selects [S-LOG2t709(800%)] to

convert the video for display. If

[S-LOG3] is set, selects

[S-LOG3t709(800%)].

S-LOG2t709(800%): Converts

S-LOG2 to ITU-709(800%) equivalent

for display.

Using the gamma display assist

function

Continued ,

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S-LOG3t709(800%): Converts

S-LOG3 to ITU-709(800%) equivalent

for display.

bNote

• If [AUTO] is selected for playback, the video is

converted for display according to the gamma

settings in [PICTURE PROFILE], not the

gamma setting (S-LOG2/S-LOG3) of the

playback video.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

The camcorder records movies

accompanied by time data, such as time

code and user bit.

1Press the MENU button and select

(TC/UB SET) t [TC PRESET] with

the SEL/SET dial, then press the dial.

2Select [PRESET] with the SEL/SET

dial, then press the dial.

3Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/

SET dial, then press the dial. You can

set the time code within the following

range.

When [60i] is selected:

00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:29

• When setting 24p, you can set the last 2 time

digits to 00, 02, 08, 12, 16, or 20.

When [50i] is selected:

00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:24

4Set other digits by repeating step 3.

5Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial,

then press the dial.

To reset the time code

Select [RESET] in step 2 of “Setting the

time code” above to reset the time code

(00:00:00:00).

To reset the time code using the

Wireless Remote Commander

Press the TC RESET button on the Wireless

Remote Commander to reset the time code

(00:00:00:00).

1Press the MENU button and select

(TC/UB SET) t [UB PRESET] with

the SEL/SET dial, then press the dial.

2Select [PRESET] with the SEL/SET

dial, then press the dial.

3Select the first 2 digits with the SEL/

SET dial, then press the dial.

4Set other digits by repeating step 3.

5Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial,

then press the dial.

To reset the user bits

Select [RESET] in step 2 of “Setting the

user bits” above to reset the user bits (00 00

00 00).

Setting time data

Setting the time code

Setting the user bits

Useful functions (continued)

113

Recording

This locks the buttons and switches to

prevent recording errors by accidental

operation.

Slide the HOLD switch A in the

direction of the arrow.

To cancel the setting

Slide the HOLD switch A in the opposite

direction of the arrow so that the yellow

part is not visible.

bNote

• You cannot lock the following buttons and

switches.

– ON/STANDBY switch (camcorder)

– AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) dials

(camcorder)

– ND FILTER dial (camcorder)

– FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch (camcorder)

– ISO/GAIN — L/M/H switch (camcorder)

– WHT BAL — B/A/PRESET switch

(camcorder)

– PRESET/VARIABLE switch (camcorder)

– INPUT 1 switch (camcorder)

– INPUT 2 switch (handle)

– Grip rotate lever (grip)

– LCD ON/OFF switch (LCD screen)

– MIRROR switch (LCD screen)

– Lens switches (lens)

zTip

• You can change the functions to be locked with

[HOLD SW SET] (p. 166).

You can review the most recently recorded

scene on the LCD screen. This function is

available when the function is assigned to

an ASSIGN button.

1Assign [LAST SCENE REVIEW] to

an ASSIGN button beforehand

(p. 85).

2After you stop recording, press

the assigned ASSIGN button.

The camcorder plays from the start to

the end of the most recently recorded

scene, then returns to standby mode.

To stop reviewing the last scene

Press the ASSIGN button during playback.

Review stops, and the camcorder returns to

standby mode.

bNotes

• If you edit the movie or remove the media after

you stop recording, the Last Scene Review

function may not work correctly.

• Last Scene Review is not available in Super

Slow Motion mode.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

Preventing accidental operation

(HOLD switch)

Reviewing the most recently

recorded scene (Last Scene

Review)

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You can flip the screen display up/down or

up/down/left/right using the MIRROR

switch on the LCD screen, and turn the

LCD screen 180° towards the lens so that

the camcorder can be controlled from the

lens side.

* The information display in the example

diagrams below are shown larger than normal to

emphasize the inverted state.

OFF

The image is not inverted.

B/T

The image is inverted vertically (bottom/

top).

The information indicators are inverted

horizontally and vertically.

zTip

• Time data is not displayed when the switch is

set to “B/T.”

ROTATE

The image is inverted horizontally and

vertically.

The information indicators are inverted

horizontally and vertically.

zTip

• The B/T and ROTATE switch positions affect

the display on the LCD screen only. The output

image and recorded image are not affected.

Inverting the LCD screen display

MIRROR

switch

position

Display state Example

display*

OFF The image is

not inverted

(normal

position

display).

Refer to

the

following

diagrams.

B/T The image is

inverted

vertically

(bottom/top).

The information

display is

inverted

horizontally and

vertically.

ROTATE The information

display is

inverted

horizontally and

vertically.

Useful functions (continued)

115

Recording

GPS function

You can use the GPS function on models

with a GPS logo marked on the handle.

bNotes

• The GPS receiver is built into the handle.

Accordingly, the GPS function cannot be used

when the handle is not attached.

• GPS position information can be recorded when

shooting in XAVC or AVCHD.

GPS information is not recorded in proxy

recordings or RAW recordings.

Set (SYSTEM) t [GPS SETTING]

in the menu to ON.

appears, and the camcorder starts

searching for signals. When triangulation is

established, position information is

recorded when shooting video.

bNotes

• The icon displayed on the screen varies

according to the strength of signal reception

from GPS satellites.

* On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported

using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5).

GPS function compatible

devices

Acquiring position information

• [GPS SETTING] is set to [ON] by default.

Position information and time information are

recorded with the video when the GPS function

is on. If you do not want to record position

information, set [GPS SETTING] to [OFF].

• If a triangulating icon is not displayed after

several minutes, there may be a problem with

signal reception. You can start shooting without

position information, or move to an area with a

clear view of the sky. Shooting when a

Triangulation

status

Screen

indicators

GPS reception

status

Off No

indicator

[GPS

SETTING] is set

to [OFF] or an

error occurred.

Not available

Position

information

could not be

obtained

because a GPS

signal could not

be received.

Move to a

location with a

clear view of the

sky.

Searching for

satellites

Searching for

GPS satellites.

Several minutes

may be required

to acquire

satellites.

Triangulating

A weak GPS

signal is being

received.

Triangulating

A GPS signal is

being received.

Position

information can

be acquired.

Triangulating

A strong GPS

signal is being

received.

Position

information can

be acquired.

Continued ,

116

triangulating icon is not displayed means that

position information will not be recorded.

• The GPS signal may not be received when

indoors or near tall structures. Move to a

location with a clear view of the sky.

• The recording of position information may be

interrupted, depending on the strength of the

received signal, even if a triangulating icon is

displayed.

• If a GPS signal received is reflected off

buildings or other structures, or the received

GPS signal strength is weak, there may be an

error of up to several hundred meters in the

position information.

Displaying position information using

the data code function

To display recorded position information

during playback, select (DISPLAY

SET) t [DATA CODE] t

[COORDINATES] in the menu.

The latitude and longitude appear in the

bottom left of the screen.

zTip

•[--° --' --" -] is displayed when shooting if a GPS

signal cannot be received.

Displays position information.

Set (SYSTEM) t [GPS

INFORMATION] in the menu to ON.

Acquired information symbols

• When position information cannot be

received, triangulation priority mode is

activated. All other functions stop and the

camcorder searches for satellites, making

it easier to receive position information.

• To receive position information manually,

press the [Update] button.

• To close the GPS information screen,

press .

Maintains accurate time by acquiring time

information using GPS.

Set (SYSTEM) t [AUTO CLOCK

ADJ] in the menu to ON.

GPS INFORMATION

Position information

Color of

satellites/

triangulation

gauge

Status

z/x (black) No signal, but orbit

information for the satellite

is available.

z/x (gray) 33% of orbit information

acquired

z/x (brown) 66% of orbit information

acquired

z/x (ocher) 99% of orbit information

acquired

z/x (green) Satellite is in use

AUTO CLOCK ADJ

Satellite icons

Triangulation

gauge

Last received

position information

GPS function (continued)

117

Recording

bNotes

• Adjust the date and time on your camcorder

before using your camcorder.

• There may be discrepancies of a few seconds

even when [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is activated.

• [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] automatically adjusts the

clock when the camcorder receives GPS signals

and finishes triangulating successfully while the

power is on. Once the clock is adjusted, it will

not be adjusted until the next time you turn the

camcorder on again.

• [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] may not be adjusted to

the correct time, depending on the country/

region. In this case, set [AUTO CLOCK ADJ]

to [OFF].

Automatically corrects for time differences

detected using location information

acquired by GPS.

Set (SYSTEM) t [AUTO AREA

ADJ] in the menu to ON.

bNotes

• Adjust the date and time on your camcorder

before using your camcorder.

• There may be discrepancies of a few seconds

even when [AUTO AREA ADJ] is activated.

• [AUTO AREA ADJ] may not be adjusted to the

correct time, depending on the country/region.

In this case, set [AUTO AREA ADJ] to [OFF].

The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a

system that calculates geographical location

from highly accurate US space satellites.

This system allows you to pinpoint your

exact location on the earth.

The GPS satellites are located in 6 orbits,

20,000 km above the earth. The GPS

system consists of 24 or more GPS

satellites. A GPS receiver receives radio

signals from the satellites, and calculates

the current location of the receiver based on

the orbital information (almanac data) and

travel time of the signals, etc.

Determining a location is called

“triangulation.” A GPS receiver can

determine the location’s latitude and

longitude by receiving signals from 3 or

more satellites.

• As the positions of GPS satellites vary

constantly, it may take longer to

determine the location or the receiver may

not be able to determine the location at all,

depending on the location and time you

use the camcorder.

• “GPS” is a system for determining

geographic location by triangulating radio

signals from GPS satellites. Avoid using

the camcorder in places where radio

signals are blocked or reflected, such as a

shadowy place surrounded by buildings or

trees, etc. Use the camcorder in open sky

environments.

• You may not be able to record position

information at locations or in situations

where radio signals from the GPS

satellites do not reach the camcorder as

follows.

– In tunnels, indoors, or under the shade of

buildings.

– Between tall buildings or in narrow

streets surrounded by buildings.

– In underground locations, locations

surrounded by dense trees, under an

elevated bridge, or in locations where

magnetic fields are generated, such as

near high voltage cables.

– Near devices that generate radio signals

of the same frequency band as the

camcorder: near 1.5 GHz band mobile

telephones, etc.

About triangulation errors

• If you move to another location right after

setting [GPS SETTING] to [ON] in the

menu, it may take a longer time for the

camcorder to start triangulating,

compared to when you stay in the same

place.

• Error caused by the position of GPS

satellites

The camcorder automatically triangulates

your current location when the camcorder

AUTO AREA ADJ

About GPS

Continued ,

118

receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS

satellites. The triangulation error of the

GPS satellites is about 10 m (33 feet).

Depending on the environment of the

location, the triangulation error can be

greater. In this case, your actual location

may not match the location on the map

based on the GPS information. Also, the

GPS satellites are controlled by the United

States Department of Defense, and the

degree of accuracy may be changed

intentionally.

• Error during the triangulation process

The camcorder acquires position

information periodically during

triangulation.

About restrictions on use of GPS

Use GPS in accordance with the regulations

of the situation, the countries/regions of

use.

About the geographic coordinate

system

The “WGS-84” geographic coordinate

system is used.

GPS function (continued)

119

Playback

1Press the THUMBNAIL button B.

The thumbnail screen appears.

• You can turn on/off the date and time display on the thumbnails by pressing the DISPLAY button A.

• Icons may also be displayed on thumbnails.

Playback

Memory cards Playback mode

Thumbnails

Current movie data

(p. 120)

Proxy recording (p. 49) icon Protected (p. 134) icon

Continued ,

120

2Play back a recording.

1Select the memory card you want to play back with the SEL/SET dial C.

: Memory card A

: Memory card B

2Select the playback mode with the SEL/SET dial C.

• XAVC QFHD

• XAVC HD

• AVCHD

3Select the thumbnail of the movie you want to play back with the SEL/SET dial C.

Information about the movie appears in the lower part of the LCD screen.

1Date and time of recording start

2Resolution

3Frame rate

4Bit rate

5Recording time

6Time code of recording start

Time code will not be displayed correctly when you play back a memory card with no

time code, or a memory card with time code that your camcorder does not support.

7DOLBY DIGITAL recording

Displayed when audio is recorded in Dolby Digital format in AVCHD.

•i appears on the thumbnail for the movie that has been most recently played back or recorded.

Selecting it will continue playback from the previous time.

4Press the SEL/SET dial C.

Playback mode

2015

Playback (continued)

121

Playback

Playback starts.

zTips

• You can assign the [THUMBNAIL] button function to an ASSIGN button.

• When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the thumbnail screen.

• Select / during pause to play back movies slowly.

• As you select / during playback, movies are played back at about 5 times t about 10 times t

about 30 times t about 60 times normal speed.

To adjust the volume

Press the MENU button D and select (AUDIO SET) t [VOLUME] to adjust the

volume.

To return to recording mode

Press the THUMBNAIL button B.

On playing back movies

• Movies recorded using this camcorder may not be played back normally on devices other than this

camcorder. Also, movies recorded on other devices may not play back properly on this camcorder.

Stop

Slow/Fast reverse

Play/Pause

Slow/Fast forward

122

Changing/checking the settings in your

camcorder

You can display information, such as time

code, etc., on the image.

Press the DISPLAY button B.

The screen indicators turn on (displayed)

y off (not displayed) each time you press

the button. In recording mode, the screen

changes in the order, detailed display t

simple display t no display with each

press of the button.

zTips

• You can display the screen indicators during

playback on a TV by setting [DISPLAY

OUTPUT] to [ALL OUTPUT] (p. 161).

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

You can display information, including

date, time and camera data automatically

stored during recording on the screen

during playback.

1Press the MENU button D.

2Select (DISPLAY SET) t

[DATA CODE] with the SEL/SET

dial C, or press the ASSIGN

button assigned with the DATA

CODE function during playback

or pause.

The screen changes in the order, date

and time display t camera data display

t no display with each press of the

button.

AWhite balance

appears during playback of a

movie recorded with [MANU WB

TEMP].

BShutter speed

CIris

DISO sensitivity/gain

EExposure

appears during playback of the

movie recorded with the iris, ISO

sensitivity/gain, and shutter speed

automatically adjusted.

appears during playback of the

movie recorded with the iris, ISO

sensitivity/gain, and shutter speed

manually adjusted.

FSteadyShot

Changing the screen display

Displaying recording data (Data

code)

123

Playback

bNotes

• Data code cannot be displayed for XAVC

QFHD or XAVC HD.

• When you play back the memory card on other

devices, the camera data may be displayed

incorrectly. Confirm the correct camera data on

your camcorder.

You can check the settings of the following

items.

• Audio setup (p. 155)

• Output signal setup (p. 153)

• Functions assigned to the ASSIGN

buttons (p. 85)

• Camera setup (p. 147)

• Record button setup (p. 42)

• Memory card information

You can check the estimated used and free

space.

• Battery Info

You can check the remaining capacity of

the attached battery.

1Press the STATUS button A.

2Turn the SEL/SET dial C until the

desired item appears on the LCD

screen.

Switches in the order AUDIO t

OUTPUT t ASSIGN t CAMERA

t REC BUTTON SET t MEDIA

INFO t BATTERY INFO.

Setup items are displayed according to

the settings of the camcorder when it is

turned on.

To hide the display

Press the STATUS button A.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

Checking the camcorder

settings (Status check)

124

Connecting to a monitor or a TV

Playback image quality depends on the type of monitor or TV, and the jacks used to make the

connection.

bNotes

• Video signals cannot be output simultaneously from the jacks in the diagram above.

• A signal cannot be output from the jacks above when recording in 4K mode (XAVC QFHD).

Monitor/TV

To HDMI input

jack

HDMI cable (sold separately)

75 Ω (ohms) coaxial cable

(commercially available)

To SDI jack

: Signal flow

AV cable (sold separately)

Monitor/TV

To audio jack

To video jack

SDI OUT

HDMI OUT

125

Playback

zTip

• VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT are integrated into the Multi/Micro USB jack. To connect to the video

jack or audio jack of a monitor or TV, an AV cable (sold separately) is required. VMC-15MR2 is

recommended.

1Press the MENU button.

2Select (REC/OUT SET) t [OUTPUT SELECT] t the jack that you want

to use for output with the SEL/SET dial.

The signal format of the outputs from the SDI OUT jack, HDMI OUT jack, and multi/micro

USB jack is shown below.

SDI OUT output format (when [60i] is selected)

–: Independent of set value

Selecting jacks for external output

Output signal formats

Menu item

SDI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

24p/30p

XAVC QFHD 2160/24p 2160p/1080p/

480i

24p/30p 1080/24p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/24psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i – 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 24p/30p 1080/24p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/24psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p No output

480i 480/60i

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126

2160/30p 2160p/1080p/

480i

24p/30p 1080/30p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf

60P(Pull Down) 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i – 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 24p/30p 1080/30p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p No output

480i 480/60i

XAVC HD

AVCHD

1080/24p 2160p/1080p/

480i

24p/30p 1080/24p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/24psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i – 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 24p/30p 1080/24p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/24psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p No output

480i 480/60i

Menu item

SDI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

24p/30p

Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued)

127

Playback

1080/30p 2160p/1080p/

480i

24p/30p 1080/30p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i – 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 24p/30p 1080/30p

24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p No output

480i 480/60i

1080/60p

720/60p

1080/60i

2160p/1080p/

480i

– 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 1080/60p

720p/480i 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p No output

480i 480/60i

Menu item

SDI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

24p/30p

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HDMI OUT output format (when [60i] is selected)

–: Independent of set value

Menu item

HDMI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

24p/30p

XAVC QFHD 2160/24p 2160p/1080p/

480i

– 2160/24p

2160p/720p/480i

2160p/1080i/480i

1080p/480i 24p/30p During recording:

1080/24p

During playback:

1080/60p

24PsF/30PsF

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p 480/60p

480i 480/60i

2160/30p 2160p/1080p/

480i

– 2160/30p

2160p/720p/480i

2160p/1080i/480i

1080p/480i – 1080/60p

720p/480i 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p 480/60p

480i 480/60i

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Playback

XAVC HD

AVCHD

1080/24p 2160p/1080p/

480i

24p/30p During recording:

1080/24p

During playback:

1080/60p

24PsF/30PsF

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i – 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 24p/30p During recording:

1080/24p

During playback:

1080/60p

24PsF/30PsF

60p(Pull Down) 1080/60p

720p/480i – 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p 480/60p

480i 480/60i

1080/30p 2160p/1080p/

480i

– 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 1080/60p

720p/480i 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p 480/60p

480i 480/60i

1080/60p

720/60p

1080/60i

2160p/1080p/

480i

– 1080/60p

2160p/720p/480i 720/60p

2160p/1080i/480i 1080/60i

1080p/480i 1080/60p

720p/480i 720/60p

1080i/480i 1080/60i

480p 480/60p

480i 480/60i

Menu item

HDMI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

24p/30p

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Multi/micro USB jack output format (when [60i] is selected)

Output is always 480/60i.

SDI OUT output format (when [50i] is selected)

–: Independent of set value

Menu item

SDI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

50p

XAVC QFHD 2160/25p 2160p/1080p/

576i

25p 1080/25p

25PsF 1080/25psf

50p 1080/50p

2160p/720p/576i – 720/50p

2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i

1080p/576i 25p 1080/25p

25PsF 1080/25psf

50p 1080/50p

720p/576i – 720/50p

1080i/480i 1080/50i

576p No output

576i 576/50i

XAVC HD

AVCHD

1080/25p 2160p/1080p/

576i

25p 1080/25p

25PsF 1080/25psf

50p 1080/50p

2160p/720p/576i – 720/50p

2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i

1080p/576i 25p 1080/25p

25PsF 1080/25psf

50p 1080/50p

720p/576i – 720/50p

1080i/576i 1080/50i

576p No output

576i 576/50i

Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued)

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Playback

HDMI OUT output format (when [50i] is selected)

–: Independent of set value

1080/50p

720/50p

1080/50i

2160p/1080p/

576i

– 1080/50p

2160p/720p/576i 720/50p

2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i

1080p/576i 1080/50p

720p/576i 720/50p

1080i/576i 1080/50i

576p No output

576i 576/50i

Menu item

HDMI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

50p

XAVC QFHD 2160/25p 2160p/1080p/

576i

– 2160/25p

2160p/720p/576i

2160p/1080i/576i

1080p/576i 1080/50p

720p/576i 720/50p

1080i/480i 1080/50i

576p 576/50p

576i 576/50i

Menu item

SDI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

50p

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Multi/micro USB jack output format (when [50i] is selected)

Output is always 576/50i.

Output in Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion mode

• For XAVC QFHD 2160/24p, the output in Slow & Quick Motion mode is the same as when

the recording format is 2160/30p.

• For XAVC HD/AVCHD, when shooting in Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion mode

in a recording format with frame rate of 30p or 24p, the output is either 60p or 60i.

When the recording format frame rate is 25p, the output is either 50p or 50i.

bNotes

• It is recommended that you use an authorized cable with HDMI logo or a Sony HDMI cable.

• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are

recorded in the movies.

• Images and sounds may not be reproduced correctly on some monitors or TVs.

• Do not connect the output jacks of the camcorder with the output jacks of the monitor or TV. A

malfunction may be caused.

• If you display the edit screen while outputting signals to a monitor or TV, the menu may not be displayed

correctly.

XAVC HD

AVCHD

1080/25p 2160p/1080p/

576i

– 1080/50p

2160p/720p/576i 720/50p

2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i

1080p/576i 1080/50p

720p/576i 720/50p

1080i/576i 1080/50i

576p 576/50p

576i 576/50i

1080/50p

720/50p

1080/50i

2160p/1080p/

576i

– 1080/50p

2160p/720p/576i 720/50p

2160p/1080i/576i 1080/50i

1080p/576i 1080/50p

720p/576i 720/50p

1080i/576i 1080/50i

576p 576/50p

576i 576/50i

Menu item

HDMI OUT output

signal format

Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 50p

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

FILE FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

REC SET>

REC FORMAT

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

SDI/HDMI

REC/OUT SET>

VIDEO OUT>

50p

Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued)

133

Playback

• This camcorder is not compatible with “BRAVIA” sync.

External output and face detection support when recording in XAVC QFHD (4K

mode)

Select REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT].

The picture being recorded is not displayed on the viewfinder/LCD panel when

[QFHD REC OUTPUT] is set to [EXTERNAL OUTPUT].

bNotes

• The picture is output to the viewfinder/LCD panel when recording using the following functions, even

when set to [EXTERNAL OUTPUT].

– Slow & Quick Motion (S&Q) recording

– Recording to media and streaming distribution during live streaming

• The [QFHD REC OUTPUT] settings are enabled only when [FILE FORMAT] is set to [XAVC QFHD] in

the REC/OUT SET menu.

• Any one of the following functions can be used when recording in XAVC QFHD.

– External output while recording

– Face detection function

– Proxy recording (however, not supported when all the conditions below are met)

• When REC/OUT SET t [REC SET] t [REC FORMAT] is set to 100Mbps

• When REC/OUT SET t [REC SET] t [SIMUL/RELAY REC] is not set to [OFF]

• On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 1.1 or later (see page 5).

REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT]

Item Settings (default setting in

bold) Description

[OUTPUT SELECT] SDI, HDMI, VIDEO Selects the external output destination.

[QFHD REC

OUTPUT]

VF/LCD PANEL,

EXTERNAL OUTPUT

Selects the output destination for video

signals while recording in QFHD.

VF/LCD PANEL: Viewfinder/LCD panel

EXTERNAL OUTPUT: External output

selected in [OUTPUT SELECT] above.

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Editing

Protecting recorded

movies (Protect)

You can protect movies to avoid deleting

them by mistake.

1Press the MENU button when the

thumbnail screen is displayed.

2Select (EDIT) t [PROTECT]

with the SEL/SET dial.

3Select the movies to protect.

is displayed on the selected image.

• Press the DISPLAY button to preview the

image. Press to return to the selection

screen.

• You can select up to 100 images at one time.

4Select t t .

To undo the protection

Select a movie marked with in step 3.

disappears.

Dividing a movie

You can divide a movie at a designated

point (AVCHD only).

1Press the MENU button while

playing back movies.

2Select (EDIT) t [DIVIDE] with

the SEL/SET dial.

3Select X at the point where you

want to divide.

4Select t .

bNotes

• You cannot restore movies once they are

divided.

• Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adapter

or the memory card that contains the movies

from your camcorder during the operation. It

may damage the memory card.

• A slight difference may occur from the point

where you touch X and the actual dividing

point, as your camcorder selects the dividing

point based in about half-second increments.

• You cannot divide a protected movie. Undo the

protection of the movie to divide it, before you

try to divide it (p. 134).

After you select the point with X, make

fine adjustment with these buttons.

Returns to the beginning of the

selected movie.

135

Editing

• Movies recorded in XAVC HD cannot be

divided.

zTip

• Only simple editing is available on this

camcorder. Use commercially available editing

software for more advanced editing.

Deleting movies

You can free media space by deleting

movies from the memory card.

bNotes

• You cannot restore images once they are

deleted.

• Do not remove the battery pack, the AC Adapter

or the memory card that contains the movies

from your camcorder during the operation. It

may damage the memory card.

• You cannot delete protected movies. Undo the

protection of the movies, before you try to

delete them (p. 134).

• Save important movies beforehand.

zTip

• To delete all data recorded on the memory card

and recover all the recordable space of the

media, format the media (p. 136).

1Press the MENU button when the

thumbnail screen is displayed.

2Select (EDIT) t [DELETE]

with the SEL/SET dial.

3Select the movie to delete.

is displayed on the selected image.

• Press the DISPLAY button to preview the

image. Press to return to the selection

screen.

• You can select up to 100 images at one time.

•- appears at the upper right corner on the

thumbnail of protected images.

• No checkbox appears on the thumbnail of

protected images.

Continued ,

136

4Select t t .

Formatting a memory

card

Formatting deletes all data from the

memory card to recover recordable free

space.

bNotes

• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall

socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to

prevent your camcorder from running out of

power during the operation.

• To avoid the loss of important images, you

should save them before formatting the media.

• Protected movies are also deleted.

1 Press the MENU button.

2Select (SYSTEM) t [MEDIA

FORMAT] with the SEL/SET dial.

3Select the memory card to format.

4Select t .

bNote

• While [Executing...] is displayed, do not operate

the buttons on the camcorder, disconnect the AC

Adapter, or remove the memory card from your

camcorder (memory card access lamp is on or

flashing during formatting).

Deleting movies (continued)

137

Editing

Preventing data on a memory card from being

recovered

Unintelligible data can be written on a

memory card, making it difficult to recover

any original data. It is impossible to delete

all data completely, even if you format the

memory card. Therefore, when you dispose

of or transfer the memory card, it is

recommended that you use the following

procedure to erase the media.

bNotes

• If you perform this operation, all stored data is

deleted. To avoid the loss of important images,

you should save them before formatting the

media.

• You cannot perform this operation unless you

connect the AC Adapter to the wall outlet (wall

socket).

• Disconnect all cables except the AC Adapter.

Do not disconnect the AC Adapter during the

operation.

• Do not apply any vibrations or shocks to your

camcorder during this operation.

1Connect the AC Adapter and the

power cord (mains lead) to the DC

IN jack of your camcorder and the

wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 22).

2 Press the MENU button.

3Select (SYSTEM) t [MEDIA

FORMAT] with the SEL/SET dial.

4Select the memory card to format.

The format screen appears.

5Select [Empty] t .

bNotes

• It may take from several minutes to several

hours to erase data, depending on the capacity.

You can check the actual time required on the

LCD screen.

• If you stop the operation while [Executing...] is

displayed, be sure to complete the operation by

performing [MEDIA FORMAT] or emptying

before you use the memory card again.

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Repairing the image database file

This function checks the database

information and the consistency of movies

on a memory card, and repairs any

inconsistencies found.

bNote

• Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall

socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to

prevent your camcorder from running out of

power during the operation.

1 Press the MENU button.

2Select (SYSTEM) t [REPAIR

IMAGE DB FILE] with the SEL/

SET dial.

3Select the memory card for which

you want to check the database

file.

4Select .

The database file check starts. Select

and quit the database file check if

no inconsistency is found.

5Select t .

bNote

• If you stop the operation while [Repairing the

image database file.] is displayed, be sure to

complete the operation as described above

before you use the memory card again.

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Using the Menu

Operating the menu

You can change various settings or make

detailed adjustments using the menu items

displayed on the LCD screen.

1Press the MENU button.

The menu screen appears.

2Turn the SEL/SET dial until the

icon of the desired menu is

highlighted, then press the dial to

select the menu.

CAMERA/PAINT (p. 147)

REC/OUT SET (p. 153)

AUDIO SET (p. 155)

DISPLAY SET (p. 158)

TC/UB SET (p. 162)

NETWORK SET (p. 163)

SYSTEM (p. 164)

EDIT (p. 146)

3Turn the SEL/SET dial until the

desired menu item is highlighted,

then press the dial to select the

item.

4Turn the SEL/SET dial until the

desired setting is highlighted,

then press the dial to confirm the

setting.

5Press the MENU button to hide

the menu screen.

To return to the previous screen, select

[ RETURN].

bNotes

• The available menu items vary depending on the

context of your camcorder during recording or

playback.

MENU button

SEL/SET dial

CAMERA/PAINT

[MENU]: END

STBY

00:00:08.15

ISO/GAIN SEL

ISO SET

AUTO ISO LIMIT

GAIN SET

AGC LIMIT

WB PRESET

WB OUTDOOR LEVEL

WB TEMP SET

100%

Continued ,

140

• Items and setting values not available due to

other settings are grayed out.

Operating the menu (continued)

141

Using the Menu

Menu items The function and setting value of each menu item are as follows.

The default settings are marked with B.

(CAMERA/PAINT)

(p. 147)

ISO/GAIN SEL BISO, GAIN

ISO SET H

ISO800 to

ISO32000 *1

(BISO3200)

ISO800 to

ISO32000 *1

(BISO1600)

ISO800 to

ISO32000 *1

(BISO800)

GAIN SET H

0dB to 33dB

(B18dB)

0dB to 33dB

(B9dB)

0dB to 33dB

(B0dB)

AUTO ISO LIMIT BOFF, ISO800 to

ISO25600 *1

AGC LIMIT BOFF, 0dB to 30dB

WB PRESET BOUTDOOR,

INDOOR, MANU WB

TEMP

WB OUTDOOR

LEVEL

–7 to +7

(B0)

WB TEMP SET 2300K to 15000K

(B6500K)

BLACK BALANCE

AE SHIFT ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

LEVEL

–2.0EV to +2.0EV

(B0EV)

LENS

COMPENSATION

BAUTO, OFF

ND FILTER PRESET1

B1/4, 1/8, 1/16,

1/32, 1/64, 1/128

PRESET2

1/4, 1/8, B1/16,

1/32, 1/64, 1/128

PRESET3

1/4, 1/8, 1/16,

1/32, B1/64, 1/128

ND/IRIS DIAL

DIRECTION

BNORMAL,

OPPOSITE

CENTER SCAN BOFF, ON

ZOOM SET ZOOM TYPE

BOPTICAL ZOOM

ONLY, ON[CLEAR

IMAGE ZOOM]

HANDLE ZOOM

ZOOM SPEED TYPE

BVARIABLE,

FIXED, OFF

ZOOM SPEED

1 to 8 (B3)

ZOOM RING ROTATE

BLEFT(W)/

RIGHT(T),

RIGHT(W)/LEFT(T)

STEADYSHOT BSTANDARD,

ACTIVE, OFF

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142

SLOW & QUICK S&Q MOTION

HIGH FRAME RATE

BOFF, ON

REC FORMAT

When [60i] is

selected:

XAVC QFHD

2160/30p 100Mbps

2160/30p 60Mbps

2160/24p 100Mbps

2160/24p 60Mbps

XAVC HD

1080/60p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps

B1080/24p 50Mbps

1080/24p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/60p PS

1080/30p FX

1080/30p FH

B1080/24p FX

1080/24p FH

When [50i] is

selected:

XAVC QFHD

2160/25p 100Mbps

B2160/25p 60Mbps

XAVC HD

1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/50p 35Mbps

B1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/25p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/50p PS

B1080/25p FX

1080/25p FH

FRAME RATE

When [60i] is

selected:

XAVC QFHD

1fps to 30fps

(B30fps)

XAVC HD/AVCHD

1fps to 60fps

(B60fps)

When [50i] is

selected:

XAVC QFHD

1fps to 25fps

(B25fps)

XAVC HD/AVCHD

1fps to 50fps

(B50fps)

SUPER SLOW

MOTION

REC FORMAT

When [60i] is

selected:

XAVC HD

1080/60p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps

B1080/24p 50Mbps

1080/24p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/60p PS

1080/30p FX

1080/30p FH

B1080/24p FX

1080/24p FH

When [50i] is

selected:

XAVC HD

1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/50p 35Mbps

B1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/25p 35Mbps

AVCHD

1080/50p PS

B1080/25p FX

1080/25p FH

FRAME RATE

When [60i] is

selected:

120fps to 960fps

(B120fps)

When [50i] is

selected:

100fps to 800fps

(B100fps)

Menu items (continued)

143

Using the Menu

REC TIMING

START TRIGGER,

BEND TRIGGER,

END TRIGGER

HALF

4K SUPER

SLOW

See page 72.

2K SUPER

SLOW

See page 72.

AUTO BACK LIGHT BOFF, ON

FACE DETECTION BOFF, ON

VIDEO LIGHT BPOWER LINK,

REC LINK, REC

LINK+STBY, AUTO

AF MICRO

ADJUSTMENT

ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

AMOUNT

–20 to +20

(B0)

CLEAR ALL

COLOR BAR ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

TONE

BOFF, ON

PICTURE PROFILE See page 103.

(REC/OUT SET) (p. 153)

REC SET FILE FORMAT

XAVC QFHD

BXAVC HD

AVCHD

& XAVC HD

REC FORMAT

XAVC QFHD

When [60i] is

selected:

2160/30p 100Mbps

B2160/30p 60Mbps

2160/24p 100Mbps

2160/24p 60Mbps

When [50i] is

selected:

2160/25p 100Mbps

B2160/25p 60Mbps

XAVC HD

When [60i] is

selected:

1080/60p 50Mbps

1080/60p 35Mbps

B1080/60i 50Mbps

1080/60i 35Mbps

1080/60i 25Mbps

1080/30p 50Mbps

1080/30p 35Mbps

1080/24p 50Mbps

1080/24p 35Mbps

720/60p 50Mbps

When [50i] is

selected:

1080/50p 50Mbps

1080/50p 35Mbps

B1080/50i 50Mbps

1080/50i 35Mbps

1080/50i 25Mbps

1080/25p 50Mbps

1080/25p 35Mbps

720/50p 50Mbps

AVCHD

When [60i] is

selected:

1080/60p PS

B1080/60i FX

1080/60i FH

1080/30p FX

1080/30p FH

1080/24p FX

1080/24p FH

720/60p FX

720/60p FH

720/60p HQ

When [50i] is

selected:

1080/50p PS

B1080/50i FX

1080/50i FH

1080/25p FX

1080/25p FH

720/50p FX

720/50p FH

720/50p HQ

SIMUL/RELAY REC

BOFF,

SIMULTANEOUS

REC, RELAY REC

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144

REC BUTTON

SETTING

See page 42.

OUTPUT

FORMAT

See page 71.

PROXY REC MODE

ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

SIZE

B1280×720,

640×360

VIDEO OUT OUTPUT SELECT

OUTPUT SELECT

SDI, BHDMI,

VIDEO

QFHD REC OUTPUT

BVF/LCD PANEL,

EXTERNAL

OUTPUT

SDI/HDMI

When [60i] is

selected:

2160p/1080p/480i,

2160p/720p/480i,

2160p/1080i/480i

1080p/480i,

720p/480i,

B1080i/480i,

480p, 480i

When [50i] is

selected:

2160p/1080p/576i,

2160p/720p/576i,

2160p/1080i/576i

1080p/576i,

720p/576i,

B1080i/576i, 576p,

576i

24p/30p OUTPUT *4

B24p/30p,

24PsF/30PsF,

60p(Pull Down)

25p OUTPUT *5

B25p, 25PsF,

50p(Pull Down)

DOWN CONVERT

TYPE

BSQUEEZE,

LETTER BOX(16:9),

EDGE CROP

HDMI TC OUTPUT

BOFF, ON

SDI/HDMI REC

CONTROL

BOFF, ON

(AUDIO SET) (p. 155)

VOLUME

AVCHD AUDIO

FORMAT

BLINEAR PCM,

DOLBY DIGITAL

CH1 INPUT SELECT BINT MIC, INPUT1, MI

SHOE MIC

CH2 INPUT SELECT BINT MIC, INPUT1,

INPUT2, MI SHOE MIC

AUDIO LIMIT BOFF, ON

HEADPHONE OUT BSTEREO, MIX

MONO, CH1, CH2

INT MIC SET INT MIC SENS

BNORMAL, HIGH

INT MIC WIND

BOFF, ON

XLR SET XLR AGC LINK

BSEPARATE,

LINKED

INPUT1 TRIM

–18dB to +12dB

(B0dB)

INPUT1 WIND

BOFF, ON

INPUT2 TRIM

–18dB to +12dB

(B0dB)

INPUT2 WIND

BOFF, ON

Menu items (continued)

145

Using the Menu

(DISPLAY SET) (p. 158)

HISTOGRAM BOFF, ON,

ON[ZEBRA POINT]

ZEBRA ZEBRA SELECT

BOFF, ZEBRA1,

ZEBRA2

ZEBRA1 LEVEL

0% to 109% (B70%)

ZEBRA1 APERTURE

LEVEL

2% to 20% (B10%)

ZEBRA2 LEVEL

0% to 109% (B100%)

PEAKING ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

COLOR

BWHITE, RED,

YELLOW

LEVEL

HIGH, BMIDDLE,

LOW

MARKER ON/OFF

BOFF, ON

CENTER

BON, OFF

ASPECT

BOFF, 4:3, 13:9,

14:9, 15:9, 1.66:1,

1.85:1, 2.35:1

SAFETY ZONE

BOFF, 80%, 90%

GUIDEFRAME

BOFF, ON

FOCUS MAG RATIO ×4.0, ×8.0,

B×4.0/×8.0

CAMERA DATA

DISPLAY

OFF, BON

AUDIO LEVEL

DISPLAY

BON, OFF

ZOOM DISPLAY BBAR, NUMBER

FOCUS DISPLAY BMETER, FEET

SHUTTER DISPLAY BSECOND, DEGREE

DATA CODE BOFF, DATE/TIME,

CAMERA DATA

GAMMA DISP

ASSIST

ON/OFF

BON, OFF

TYPE

BAUTO, S-LOG2

709(800%), S-LOG3

709(800%)

HLG(BT.2020)

HLG(709)

LCD BRIGHT BNORMAL, BRIGHT

VF COLOR TEMP.

VF/LCD PANEL BLCD PANEL, AUTO

DISPLAY OUTPUT BLCD PANEL,

ALL OUTPUT

(TC/UB SET) (p. 162)

TC/UB DISPLAY BTC, U-BIT

TC PRESET PRESET

RESET

UB PRESET PRESET

RESET

TC FORMAT *2 BDF, NDF

TC RUN BREC RUN,

FREE RUN

TC MAKE BPRESET,

REGENERATE

UB TIME REC BOFF, ON

(NETWORK SET) (p. 163)

CTRL W/

SMARTPHONE

STREAMING PRESET SELECT

BPRESET1,

PRESET2,

PRESET3

PRESET1/PRESET2/

PRESET3

SIZE

B640×360,

1280×720

DESTINATION SET

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*1 Setting range when picture profile is set to

[OFF].

*2 When 2160/30p is selected.

*3 When 2160/24p is selected.

*4 Available only when [60i/50i SEL] is set to

[60i].

*5 Available only when [60i/50i SEL] is set to

[50i].

FTP TRANSFER FTP SERVER SELECT

BFTP SERVER1,

FTP SERVER2, FTP

SERVER3

FTP SERVER1/FTP

SERVER2/FTP

SERVER3

DISPLAY NAME

DESTINATION SET

USER INFO SET

FTP RESULT

WIRED LAN SET IP ADDRESS SET

Wi-Fi SET ACCESS POINT SET

WPS

EDIT DEVICE NAME

SSID/PW RESET

DISP MAC ADDRESS

AIRPLANE MODE BOFF, ON

ROOT

CERTIFICATE

NETWORK RESET

(SYSTEM) (p. 164)

STATUS CHECK

CAMERA PROFILE MEMORY CARD A/

MEMORY CARD B

LOAD

SAVE

DELETE

S&Q BUTTON

SETTING

BS&Q/SUPER SLOW,

S&Q MOTION, SUPER

SLOW MOTION

S&Q BUTTON

SET

B 4K/2K SUPER

SLOW, 4K

SUPER SLOW,

2K SUPER SLOW

ASSIGN BUTTON ASSIGN1, ASSIGN2,

ASSIGN3, ASSIGN4,

ASSIGN5, ASSIGN6

ASSIGN DIAL ----, BIRIS, ND

FILTER, ISO/GAIN, AE

SHIFT, FOCUS

ASSIGN DIAL

DIRECTION

BNORMAL,

OPPOSITE

CLOCK SET

AREA SET

SUMMERTIME BOFF, ON

LANGUAGE

GPS SETTING BON, OFF

GPS INFORMATION –

AUTO CLOCK ADJ BON, OFF

AUTO AREA ADJ BON, OFF

DATE REC BOFF, ON

BEEP BOFF, ON

REC LAMP[F] BON, OFF

REC LAMP[R] BON, OFF

HOLD SW SET W/REC BUTTON

ON, BOFF

W/GRIP REMOTE

BON, OFF

REMOTE CONTROL BON, OFF

60i/50i SEL

MEDIA FORMAT MEMORY CARD A

MEMORY CARD B

REPAIR IMAGE DB

FILE

MEMORY CARD A

MEMORY CARD B

USB CONNECT

USB LUN SET BMULTI, SINGLE

OPERATION TIME

OPTION HIGH FRAME RATE

MPEG HD

RAW

INSTALL OPTION

VERSION DISPLAY

INITIALIZE

(EDIT)

PROTECT

DIVIDE

DELETE

Menu items (continued)

147

Using the Menu

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• You can display the [EDIT] menu by pressing

the MENU button when the thumbnail or

playback screen is displayed.

(CAMERA/PAINT)

Settings to adjust your camcorder to the

recording conditions (GAIN SET/

STEADYSHOT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

You can switch the ISO sensitivity/gain

indicator.

BISO

Displays the ISO sensitivity.

GAIN

Displays the gain (dB).

bNotes

• Note that ISO sensitivity and gain are separately

saved with different values.

• [ISO/GAIN SEL] is available only when the

FULL AUTO button is off (not lit).

You can set ISO values for the positions of

the ISO/GAIN L/M/H switch.

Default setting:

[L]: ISO800, [M]: ISO1600,

[H]: ISO3200

1Select CAMERA/PAINT t ISO SET

t L, M, or H with the SEL/SET dial.

2Set the ISO sensitivity value with the

SEL/SET dial, then press the dial.

You can select a value between ISO800

and ISO32000 in 1/3EV increments.

Press the MENU button t select

(CAMERA/PAINT) with the SEL/SET

dial.

ISO/GAIN SEL

* On the PXW-FS5, the following ISO/GAIN

settings are applicable using Ver. 4.0 or later

(see page 5).

ISO SET

Continued ,

148

The larger the value, the higher the ISO

sensitivity.

3Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial.

Setting value

The value you can set depends on the

[GAMMA] setting of the picture profile.

– STANDARD: ISO800 to ISO32000

– STILL: ISO640 to ISO25600

– CINE1: ISO640 to ISO25600

– CINE2: ISO500 to ISO20000

– CINE3: ISO800 to ISO32000

– CINE4: ISO800 to ISO32000

– ITU709: ISO800 to ISO32000

– ITU709(800%): ISO2000 to ISO102400

– S-LOG2: ISO2000 to ISO102400

– S-LOG3: ISO2000 to ISO102400

– HLG: ISO800 to ISO32000

– HLG1: ISO400 to ISO16000

– HLG2: ISO640 to ISO25600

– HLG3: ISO800 to ISO32000

zTips

• Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to

[ISO].

• The value can be set separately from the one set

in [GAIN SET].

You can set gain values for H, M and L

positions of the ISO/GAIN switch.

Default setting:

[L]: 0dB, [M]: 9dB, [H]: 18dB

1Select CAMERA/PAINT t GAIN

SET t L, M, or H with the SEL/SET

dial.

2Set the gain value with the SEL/SET

dial, then press the dial.

You can select a value between 0dB and

33dB in 3dB increments. The larger the

value, the higher the gain.

3Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial.

zTips

• Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to

[GAIN].

• The value can be set separately from the one set

in [ISO SET].

You can select the upper limit for auto ISO

adjustment.

Default setting:

BOFF, ISO800 to ISO25600

(1/3EV increments)

Setting value

The value you can set depends on the

[GAMMA] setting of the picture profile.

– STANDARD: ISO800 to ISO25600

– STILL: ISO640 to ISO20000

– CINE1: ISO640 to ISO20000

– CINE2: ISO500 to ISO16000

– CINE3: ISO800 to ISO25600

– CINE4: ISO800 to ISO25600

– ITU709: ISO800 to ISO25600

– ITU709(800%): ISO2000 to ISO80000

– S-LOG2: ISO2000 to ISO80000

– S-LOG3: ISO2000 to ISO80000

– HLG: ISO800 to ISO25600

– HLG1: ISO400 to ISO12800

– HLG2: ISO640 to ISO20000

– HLG3: ISO800 to ISO25600

bNote

• This function is not active when you adjust the

ISO sensitivity manually.

zTips

• Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to

[ISO].

• The value can be set separately from the one set

in [AGC LIMIT].

You can select the upper limit for the Auto

Gain Control (AGC).

GAIN SET

AUTO ISO LIMIT

AGC LIMIT

(CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued)

149

Using the Menu

BOFF, 30dB to 0dB (3dB increments)

bNote

• This function is not active while you adjust the

gain manually.

zTips

• Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to

[GAIN].

• The value can be set separately from the one set

in [AUTO ISO LIMIT].

You can use the preset white balance. For

details, see page 55.

bNote

• Cannot be selected when [COLOR MODE] in

the picture profile is set to the following.

S-GAMUT/xxxxK, S-GAMUT3.CINE/

xxxxK, or S-GAMUT3/xxxxK

The white balance color temperature is fixed to

xxxxK when any of the color modes above is

selected.

You can set an offset value to adjust the

outdoor white balance when you set [WB

PRESET] to [OUTDOOR].

–7 to B0 to +7

(bluish to normal to reddish)

bNote

• Cannot be selected when [COLOR MODE] in

the picture profile is set to the following.

S-GAMUT/xxxxK, S-GAMUT3.CINE/

xxxxK, or S-GAMUT3/xxxxK

The white balance color temperature is fixed to

xxxxK when any of the color modes above is

selected.

You can set the color temperature when you

set [WB PRESET] to [MANU WB TEMP].

2300K to B6500K to 15000K (100K

increments)

bNote

• Cannot be selected when [COLOR MODE] in

the picture profile is set to the following.

S-GAMUT/xxxxK, S-GAMUT3.CINE/

xxxxK, or S-GAMUT3/xxxxK

The white balance color temperature is fixed to

xxxxK when any of the color modes above is

selected.

See page 56.

xON/OFF

BOFF

Does not use the AE SHIFT function.

Uses the AE SHIFT function. The selected

value (–2.0EV for example) appears on the

LCD screen.

xLEVEL

You can adjust the brightness with the SEL/

SET dial.

–2.0EV to B0EV to +2.0EV (1/4EV

increments)

(dark to standard to bright)

bNote

• This function is not available while you adjust

the iris, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity/gain

manually.

zTips

• You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button

(p. 85).

• Can be operated using Direct Menu.

• You can assign the LEVEL adjustment to the

ASSIGN dial (p. 85).

WB PRESET

WB OUTDOOR LEVEL

WB TEMP SET

BLACK BALANCE

AE SHIFT

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150

Enable/disable the lens compensation

function.

BAUTO

Use the lens compensation function.

OFF

Do not use the lens compensation function.

Set the preset value of the ND filter.

xPRESET1

B1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128

xPRESET2

1/4, 1/8, B1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128

xPRESET3

1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, B1/64, 1/128

Select the operation direction of the dial

beside the ND/IRIS switch.

BNORMAL

Rotating upward makes the picture

brighter. When assigned to the grip

ASSIGN dial, corresponds to rotating

right.

OPPOSITE

Rotating downward makes the picture

brighter. When assigned to the grip

ASSIGN dial, corresponds to rotating left.

You can record a cropped portion at the

center of the image sensor. It provides the

equivalent of a 2× optical zoom.

BOFF

Disable center scan.

ON ( )

Enable center scan.

bNote

• For details about usage restrictions, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

zTip

• You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button

(p. 85).

Sets the action when operating the zoom

lever.

xZOOM TYPE

BOPTICAL ZOOM ONLY

Uses optical zoom only.

ON[CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM]

You can use the clear image zoom in

addition to the optical zoom.

bNote

• The face detection function is not available

while using clear image zoom.

zTip

• Clear image zoom maintains an image quality

that is close to the original.

xHANDLE ZOOM

Set the type of handle zoom.

ZOOM SPEED TYPE

BVARIABLE

Press the zoom lever slightly to zoom

slowly, and press it further to zoom more

quickly.

FIXED

Zoom at a fixed speed.

OFF

Do not use handle zoom.

ZOOM SPEED

1 to (B3) to 8

xZOOM RING ROTATE

LENS COMPENSATION

ND FILTER

ND/IRIS DIAL DIRECTION

CENTER SCAN

ZOOM SET

(CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued)

151

Using the Menu

Select the operation method of the zoom

ring on the lens.

BLEFT(W)/RIGHT(T)

Turn the zoom ring clockwise, as viewed

from the body, to more to the telephoto

end.

RIGHT(W)/LEFT(T)

Turn the zoom ring counterclockwise, as

viewed from the body, to more to the

telephoto end.

bNote

• This setting is available only when a lens that

supports switching the direction of the zoom

ring is attached. Cannot be used with lenses that

do not support the switching function.

This setting is available only when a lens

that supports SteadyShot image

stabilization is attached.

BSTANDARD ( )

Uses SteadyShot under relatively stable

conditions.

ACTIVE ( )

Uses SteadyShot with more powerful

stabilization effect.

OFF ( )

Does not use SteadyShot.

This setting is recommended when you use

a tripod.

bNotes

• [ACTIVE] can be selected only when recording

with a lens that supports active image

stabilization.

• For lenses fitted with an image stabilization

selector switch, the switch setting on the lens

takes precedence.

This menu cannot be selected if a lens fitted

with an image stabilization selector switch is

attached that does not support ACTIVE image

stabilization. The image stabilization for such a

lens is:

Lens switch on: STANDARD

Lens switch off: OFF

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

See page 63.

• For details about HIGH FRAME RATE,

see page 68.

• For details about 4K SUPER

SLOW, see page 72.

• For details about 2K SUPER

SLOW, see page 72.

You can automatically correct for

backlighting.

BOFF

Does not correct for backlighting.

Automatically corrects for backlighting.

See page 47.

This sets the lighting method for a video

light attached to the multi-interface shoe.

BPOWER LINK

Video light turns on/off when the

camcorder power is turned on/off.

REC LINK

Video light turns on/off when the

camcorder starts/stops recording.

REC LINK+STBY

Video light turns on or switches to standby

when the camcorder starts/stops recording.

AUTO

Light turns on automatically.

STEADYSHOT

SLOW & QUICK

AUTO BACK LIGHT

FACE DETECTION

VIDEO LIGHT

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bNote

When set to [REC LINK] and shooting in Super

Slow Motion, video cannot be recorded while the

video light is turned on. To turn on the video light

and shoot in Super Slow Motion, set to [POWER

LINK].

When you use the LA-EA2/LA-EA4 mount

adapter (sold separately) and an A-mount

lens, you can register a specific focal setting

for that lens.

xON/OFF

BOFF

Deactivates AF micro adjustment.

Activates AF micro adjustment.

xAMOUNT

You can set the adjustment value of the

attached lens.

Set a higher value to focus farther from the

camcorder, or set a lower value to focus closer

to the camcorder.

–20 to B0 to +20

xCLEAR ALL

You can clear the values of all the registered

lenses.

bNotes

• When [AF MICRO ADJUSTMENT] is not set

to [ON], you cannot register an adjustment

value.

• We recommend that you decide the value under

actual shooting conditions.

• When you attach a lens that is registered on the

camcorder, the registered value is displayed. If

the lens is unregistered, [±0] is displayed.

• If the number of registered lenses reaches 30,

[AMOUNT] is grayed out and cannot be

selected. To register any further lenses, you first

need to delete already registered lenses. To do

this, attach a lens to delete its registered value,

then reset its value to [±0]. Alternatively, you

can reset the values of all lenses with [CLEAR

ALL].

• If you perform AF micro adjustment with the

lens of another manufacturer, the adjustment

values of Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta

lenses may be affected. Do not use this function

with lenses of any other manufacturer.

• You cannot perform individual AF micro

adjustment for Sony, Minolta, or Konica

Minolta lenses of the same specifications.

This function helps you to adjust colors when you

view movies recorded with your camcorder on a

TV or a monitor.

xON/OFF

BOFF

Does not display color bars.

Displays color bars on the LCD screen,

records them, and outputs audio tone

signals.

bNotes

• For details about usage restrictions, see

“Function limitations when recording” (p. 180).

• This function is automatically set to [OFF]

when you switch the format, perform the

function by the MENU button, or turn off the

camcorder.

• You cannot change the setting during recording

or focus magnification operation.

xTONE

BOFF

Does not output audio tone signals.

Outputs audio tone signals (1 kHz: full bit

–20dB (when [60i] is selected), –18dB

(when [50i] is selected)).

Set [ON/OFF] to [ON], too.

zTips

• If you record color bars with [TONE] set to

[OFF], the camcorder records sound from the

microphone.

• You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button

(p. 85).

AF MICRO ADJUSTMENT

COLOR BAR

(CAMERA/PAINT) menu

(continued)

153

Using the Menu

See page 103.

PICTURE PROFILE

(REC/OUT SET)

Recording settings, input and output

settings (REC SET/VIDEO OUT)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

xFILE FORMAT

See page 48.

xREC FORMAT

See page 48.

For details about RAW format recording,

see page 71.

xSIMUL/RELAY REC

See page 42.

xREC BUTTON SETTING

See page 42.

xPROXY REC MODE

See page 49.

xOUTPUT SELECT

You can select where to output images.

SDI

BHDMI

VIDEO

xQFHD REC OUTPUT

See page 133.

Press the MENU button t select

(REC/OUT SET) with the SEL/SET dial.

REC SET

VIDEO OUT

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xSDI/HDMI

You can select the resolution of the output

signal from the SDI/HDMI jacks.

When [60i] is selected:

2160p/1080p/480i

2160p/720p/480i

2160p/1080i/480i

1080p/480i

720p/480i

B1080i/480i

480p

480i

When [50i] is selected:

2160p/1080p/576i

2160p/720p/576i

2160p/1080i/576i

1080p/576i

720p/576i

B1080i/576i

576p

576i

zTip

• See page 125 for the resolution of the output

signal for each type of connecting cable.

x24p/30p OUTPUT (when [60i] is

selected)

Sets the output format when the frame rate

in [REC FORMAT] is set to 24p and

progressive scan method is selected.

B24p/30p

24PsF/30PsF

60p(Pull Down)

bNote

• This function is available only when SDI/HDMI

is 1080p/480i.

x25p OUTPUT (when [50i] is selected)

Sets the output format when the frame rate

in [REC FORMAT] is set to 25p and

progressive scan method is selected.

B25p

25PsF

50p(Pull Down)

bNote

• This function is available only when SDI/HDMI

is 1080p/576i.

xDOWN CONVERT TYPE

You can set the output format of the video

signal.

Selects the shape of the output 4:3 image at

480p/480i or 576p/576i.

BSQUEEZE

Outputs a horizontally compressed image

while maintaining its original height.

LETTER BOX(16:9)

Outputs a vertically compressed image,

with black bands across top and bottom,

while maintaining its original aspect ratio.

EDGE CROP

Outputs the central portion of the original

image by cropping its right and left edges.

HD(16:9)

SQUEEZE LETTER

BOX(16:9)

EDGE

CROP

(REC/OUT SET) menu (continued)

155

Using the Menu

xHDMI TC OUTPUT

You can set whether to output time code to

other professional-use devices, using

HDMI.

BOFF

Does not overlay the time code

information on the HDMI output signal.

Overlays the time code information on the

HDMI output signal.

The data is transmitted as digital data, not

as a projected image, and the connected

device identifies the time data by

referencing the transmitted digital data.

xSDI/HDMI REC CONTROL

When the camcorder is connected to an

external recorder that supports this

function, you can set whether the external

recorder automatically starts/stops

recording in sync with the camcorder.

BOFF

Does not record in sync with the

camcorder.

Records to an external recorder in sync

with the camcorder.

(AUDIO SET) menu

Settings for audio recording (AVCHD

AUDIO FORMAT/XLR SET, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

Turn the SEL/SET dial to adjust the

volume.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

You can set the audio format for AVCHD

recording.

BLINEAR PCM ( )

Records in Linear PCM system.

DOLBY DIGITAL ( )

Records in Dolby Digital system.

Sets the CH-1 audio source.

BINT MIC

Internal microphone.

INPUT1

Input to INPUT 1 jack.

MI SHOE MIC

Microphone attached to Multi Interface

Shoe.

Press the MENU button t select

(AUDIO SET) with the SEL/SET dial.

VOLUME

AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT

CH1 INPUT SELECT

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156

Sets the CH-2 audio source.

BINT MIC

Internal microphone.

INPUT1

Input to INPUT 1 jack.

INPUT2

Input to INPUT 2 jack.

MI SHOE MIC

Microphone attached to Multi Interface

Shoe.

You can set the clipping-noise reduction

function for CH-1/CH-2.

BOFF

Disables the function.

Enables the function.

bNote

• This function is available only when you set the

AUTO/MAN (CH-1/CH-2) switches to

“MAN.”

See page 84.

xINT MIC SENS

You can set the audio recording sensitivity of

the internal microphone.

BNORMAL

Sensitivity generally used for professional-

use devices.

HIGH ( )

Sensitivity generally used for consumer-

use devices.

appears on the status check

screen.

xINT MIC WIND

You can attenuate low tone input sound in the

internal microphone to reduce wind noise.

BOFF

Disables wind noise reduction.

ON ( )

Enables wind noise reduction.

appears on the status check screen.

bNote

• If the internal microphone is selected for both

CH-1 and CH-2 (CH-1: INT MIC, CH-2: INT

MIC), the sound that is output from the

headphones during recording and standby will

have weaker stereo effect than the sound that is

actually recorded.

xXLR AGC LINK

You can select either linked or separate AGC

(Auto Gain Control) of CH-1 and CH-2 when

using an external microphone.

BSEPARATE

Separately applies the AGC for channels 1

and 2. Sound inputs from channels 1 and 2

will be recorded separately.

LINKED ( )

Links AGC (channels 1 and 2 are recorded

with linked AGC, like stereo).

appears on the status check screen.

bNote

• Enabled when the AUTO/MAN switches for

both CH-1 and CH-2 are set to “AUTO,” and

LINE, MIC, or MIC+48V is selected on the

INPUT 1/INPUT 2 switches for both channels

(p. 82).

CH2 INPUT SELECT

AUDIO LIMIT

HEADPHONE OUT

INT MIC SET

XLR SET

(AUDIO SET) menu (continued)

157

Using the Menu

xINPUT1 TRIM

You can adjust the input signal level from the

INPUT 1 jack.

–18dB, –12dB, –6dB, B0dB, +6dB,

+12dB

bNote

• The setting is not available when you set the

INPUT 1 switch to “LINE.”

xINPUT1 WIND

BOFF

Disables the wind noise reduction function

for the INPUT 1 jack.

ON ( )

Activates the wind noise reduction

function for the INPUT 1 jack.

appears on the status check screen.

bNote

• The setting is not available when you set the

INPUT 1 switch to “LINE.”

xINPUT2 TRIM

xINPUT2 WIND

See the description for the corresponding

functions for INPUT1.

zTips

• If the recording level is set to “AUTO” and

INPUT TRIM is set to [0dB], a –48 dBu input

will be recorded at the reference recording level

(–48 dBu corresponds to 0 dB level).

For example, if a microphone with –30 dB

sensitivity (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz) is

connected and a 1 kHz 74 dB SPL sound

pressure level is input (microphone output is

–48 dBu), set INPUT TRIM to [0dB].

If using a microphone with –36 dB sensitivity,

setting INPUT TRIM to [+6dB] will

compensate for the difference in sensitivity from

a microphone with –30 dB sensitivity.

• The INPUT TRIM function adjusts the input

level from an external microphone. For

microphones with high sensitivity or to record

high-level audio, adjust in the negative

direction. For microphones with low sensitivity

or to record low-level audio, adjust in the

positive direction.

• Distortion of high-volume audio may occur in

the input stage or the recording stage. To

counter distortion of the input stage, adjust the

level using the INPUT TRIM function. To

counter distortion in the recording stage, reduce

the overall level manually.

• If the INPUT TRIM is adjusted in the negative

direction too far, the audio level from the

microphone may become too small, adversely

affecting the S/N ratio.

• Test the effect of using [XLR SET] beforehand

to suit the microphone used and the sound field

to record.

158

(DISPLAY SET)

Display settings (MARKER/DISPLAY

OUTPUT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

The histogram displays the luminance

distribution that shows how many pixels of

a particular brightness exist in the image.

BOFF

Does not display the histogram.

Displays a histogram.

A line appears at the 100% position, and

the color of the zone above the line

changes.

ON[ZEBRA POINT]

The histogram shows the point where the

zebra pattern appears. A line is displayed

at the brightness level set with [ZEBRA].

zNote

• Cannot be displayed when Super Slow Motion

mode is set.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

Press the MENU button t select

(DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/SET dial.

HISTOGRAM

Histogram

See page 54.

xON/OFF

BOFF

Does not display the peaking.

ON ( )

You can display an image on the LCD

screen with its outlines enhanced.

This function helps you to adjust the focus.

xCOLOR

You can select peaking color.

BWHITE, RED, YELLOW

xLEVEL

You can select the peaking sensitivity.

HIGH, BMIDDLE, LOW

bNote

• The enhanced outlines will not be recorded on

the memory card.

zTips

• You can focus more easily using this function in

combination with the focus magnifier function

(p. 46).

• You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button

(p. 85).

xON/OFF

BOFF

Does not display markers.

Displays markers.

xCENTER

OFF

Does not display a center maker.

BON

ZEBRA

PEAKING

MARKER

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Using the Menu

Displays a marker at the center of the LCD

screen.

xASPECT

BOFF

Does not display the aspect ratio.

4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 15:9, 1.66:1, 1.85:1,

2.35:1

Displays markers at boundaries of display

area defined by the aspect ratio.

xSAFETY ZONE

BOFF

Does not display the safety zone.

80%, 90%

If you select 80% or 90%, you can display

markers at boundaries of the display area

that regular home TVs can display.

xGUIDEFRAME

BOFF

Does not display the guideframe.

Displays the guideframe.

You can check the horizontal and vertical

aspect of a subject.

bNotes

• Markers are not recorded onto the memory card.

• Only the time code, zebra, peaking, and face

detection frames are output when marker

display is on, even if [DISPLAY OUTPUT] is

set to [ALL OUTPUT].

• Markers cannot be displayed during [FOCUS

MAGNIFIER] operation.

• The marker display cannot be output to an

external device.

zTips

• You can display all types of markers at the same

time.

• You can obtain a balanced composition by

positioning the subject at the cross points of the

guideframe marker.

• You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button

(p. 85).

You can set the magnification of the focus.

×4.0

×8.0

B×4.0/×8.0

The setting changes in the order [×4.0] t

[×8.0] t Off with each press of the

FOCUS MAG button.

OFF

Does not display the iris, ISO sensitivity/

gain, and shutter speed settings.

BON

Constantly displays the iris, ISO

sensitivity/gain, and shutter speed settings.

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

FOCUS MAG RATIO

CAMERA DATA DISPLAY

Iris value Shutter speed value

ISO sensitivity/gain

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• The settings appear on the LCD screen during

the manual adjustment regardless of the settings

of this function.

• indicates that the settings are automatically

adjusted values.

• The displayed settings vary when you press a

button assigned with the DATA CODE function

(p. 122).

BON

Displays the audio level meters on the

LCD screen.

OFF

Does not display the audio level meters.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

BBAR

Displays a bar that indicates the zoom

position.

NUMBER

Displays a number (0 to 99) that indicates

the zoom position.

BMETER

Displays the focal length in meters.

FEET

Displays the focal length in feet.

BSECOND

Displays the shutter indicator in seconds.

DEGREE

Displays the shutter indicator in degrees.

The shutter speed equal to the period that

your camcorder reads image data from the

image sensor is defined as 360 degrees. The

angle degree is calculated based on this

definition and displayed.

When [60i] is selected

– With a frame rate of 60 selected in [REC

FORMAT], when the shutter speed is 1/60,

the shutter angle is 360 degrees.

– With a frame rate of 30 selected in [REC

FORMAT], when the shutter speed is 1/30,

the shutter angle is 360 degrees.

– With a frame rate of 24 selected in [REC

FORMAT], when the shutter speed is 1/24,

the shutter angle is 360 degrees.

When [50i] is selected

– With a frame rate of 50 selected in [REC

FORMAT], when the shutter speed is 1/50,

the shutter angle is 360 degrees.

– With a frame rate of 25 selected in [REC

FORMAT], when the shutter speed is 1/25,

the shutter angle is 360 degrees.

See page 48 for details on the [REC

FORMAT] setting.

bNote

• The shutter speed displayed when pressing an

ASSIGN button assigned with the DATA

CODE function is displayed in seconds

regardless of this setting.

zTip

• If the shutter speed is more than 360 degrees, it

is displayed as an integral multiple of

360 degrees (360 × 2, etc.).

AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY

ZOOM DISPLAY

FOCUS DISPLAY

Audio level meters

SHUTTER DISPLAY

(DISPLAY SET) menu (continued)

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Using the Menu

You can select the information that is

displayed during playback.

BOFF

No information is displayed.

DATE/TIME

The date and time are displayed.

CAMERA DATA

Camera data is displayed.

zTips

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

• Displayed only during playback.

See page 111.

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD

screen. Changes in the LCD brightness are

not affect the brightness of recording

images.

BNORMAL

BRIGHT

bNote

• Selection is disabled when connected to an AC

Adapter, but is enabled when a battery pack is

connected.

You can change the color temperature of

the viewfinder.

Low color temperature makes the

viewfinder appear reddish, and high color

temperature makes it appear bluish.

Selects whether the camera image is

displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD

screen.

BLCD PANEL

The image is always displayed on the LCD

screen.

AUTO

Automatically displays image in the

viewfinder when you look through the

viewfinder. The image is displayed on the

LCD screen at all other times.

For details, see page 34.

You can select where to output the display

information, such as time code.

BLCD PANEL

Outputs the information to the LCD

screen.

ALL OUTPUT

Outputs information to the SDI OUT,

HDMI OUT, multi/micro USB jacks, and

the LCD screen. Zebra, peaking, and face

detection frames are also output.

bNote

• Only the time code, zebra, peaking, and face

detection frames are output when [MARKER] is

set to [ON] and a marker is displayed on the

LCD screen.

DATA CODE

GAMMA DISP ASSIST

LCD BRIGHT

VF COLOR TEMP.

VF/LCD PANEL

DISPLAY OUTPUT

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(TC/UB SET) menu

Time code settings (TC PRESET/UB

PRESET/TC FORMAT, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

Switches the display between time code and

user bits.

BTC

Displays the time code.

U-BIT

Displays the user bits.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

See page 112.

You can select the time code recording

method when [60i/50i SEL] is set to [60i].

This setting is fixed to [NDF] when [50i] is

set.

BDF

Records the time code in drop frame.

NDF

Records the time code in non-drop frame.

bNote

• This setting is fixed to [NDF] when recording in

1080/24p, even if [60i/50i SEL] is set to [60i].

Press the MENU button t select

(TC/UB SET) with the SEL/SET dial.

TC/UB DISPLAY

TC PRESET

UB PRESET

TC FORMAT

zTip

Drop frame

Time code is based on 30 frames per second;

however, gaps in the actual time occur during

extended periods of recording as the actual frame

frequency of NTSC image signal is 29.97 frames

per second. Drop frame corrects this gap to make

time code and actual time equal. In drop frame,

the first 2 frame numbers are removed every

minute except in every tenth minute. Time code

without this correction is called non-drop frame.

You can select how the time code advances.

BREC RUN

Advances the time code only during

recording.

Select this setting to record the time code

sequentially from the last time code of the

previous recording.

FREE RUN

Advances the time code regardless of

operation of your camcorder.

bNotes

• Even if the time code advances in [REC RUN]

mode, the time code may not be recorded

sequentially in the following cases:

– When the recording format is changed.

– When the images are recorded to the memory

card simultaneously.

– When the memory card is removed.

• [REC RUN] is selected automatically for the

Slow & Quick Motion recording and Super

Slow Motion recording.

TC RUN

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Using the Menu

BPRESET

Records the newly set time code on the

memory card.

REGENERATE

Reads the last time code of the previous

recording from the memory card and

records the new time code consecutively

from the last time code.

The time code runs in [REC RUN] mode

regardless of the setting of [TC RUN].

BOFF

Does not record the time in the user bits.

Records the time in the user bits.

bNote

• The last 2 digits are fixed to 00 when it is set to

[ON].

TC MAKE

UB TIME REC

(NETWORK SET)

Settings for the Wi-Fi function (CTRL W/

SMARTPHONE, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

See page 88.

See page 97.

See page 99.

See page 96.

See page 92.

See page 96.

See page 101.

See page 102.

Press the MENU button t select

(NETWORK SET) with the SEL/SET dial.

CTRL W/SMARTPHONE

STREAMING

FTP TRANSFER

WIRED LAN SET

Wi-Fi SET

AIRPLANE MODE

ROOT CERTIFICATE

NETWORK RESET

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(SYSTEM) menu

Settings while recording or other basic

settings (AREA SET/BEEP, etc.)

The default settings are marked with B.

See page 139 for details on selecting

menu items.

See page 123.

You can save up to 99 camera profile

settings in a memory card and recall them at

any time for easy setup.

In addition, if you should require multiple

camcorders with the same settings, you can

load the desired settings to all cameras via

the memory card.

bNotes

• Camera profiles for 50i models and 60i models

are not compatible.

• Camera profiles for PXW-FS5 and

PXW-FS5M2 are not compatible.

• The file may not be shown properly if the file

name is changed on the computer, or the power

turned off during generation.

• Formatting the memory card also deletes saved

camera profiles.

zTip

• Items that can be saved include setting values

for menus, picture profiles, buttons, etc. You

can save these setting values all together in the

camera profile.

xLOAD

Load the camera profile, and execute the

settings.

1Select the camera profile to be loaded

with the SEL/SET dial.

2Select [YES] on the confirmation

screen.

Press the MENU button t select

(SYSTEM) with the SEL/SET dial.

STATUS CHECK

CAMERA PROFILE

The camcorder restarts, and the loaded

camera profile is applied.

bNote

• A camera profile saved on a camcorder with

different model name, or edited on a computer

cannot be loaded.

xSAVE

You can save the camera profile.

1Select [NEW FILE] or an existing

profile name with the SEL/SET dial.

2Select [YES] on the confirmation

screen.

The camera profile is saved.

zTips

• When you select [NEW FILE], the profile is

named [01] (when saving for the first time).

• If you select an existing camera profile, the

current setting values are overwritten.

• You cannot use a computer to edit saved

settings.

xDELETE

You can delete the saved camera profile.

1Select the camera profile to be deleted

with the SEL/SET dial.

2Select [YES] on the confirmation

screen.

You can set the functions to assign to the

S&Q button.

BS&Q/SUPER SLOW

The setting changes in the order [S&Q

MOTION] t [SUPER SLOW MOTION]

t Off with each press of the S&Q button.

S&Q MOTION

Set Slow & Quick Motion.

SUPER SLOW MOTION

Set Super Slow Motion.

S&Q BUTTON SETTING

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Using the Menu

bNote

• Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion

cannot be executed when the FULL AUTO

button is on (lit).

See page 72.

See page 85.

You can set the direction of the ASSIGN

dial.

BNORMAL

Normal direction.

OPPOSITE

Opposite direction.

See page 33.

You can adjust a time difference without

stopping the clock. When you use your

camcorder abroad, you can adjust the clock

to the local time.

You can change this setting to advance the

time by 1 hour during summer months in

areas that feature summer time. Set

[SUMMERTIME] to [ON] to move the

time forward 1 hour.

BOFF

Does not set summer time.

Sets summer time.

You can select the language to be used on

the LCD screen.

See page 115.

See page 116.

See page 117.

BOFF

Does not superimpose the date and time on

images.

Superimposes the date and time on images.

zTips

• You can set this item only when the interlace

scanning system is selected.

• When zebra or peaking is activated, the date and

time characters are affected by the signal, but

properly recorded on images.

BOFF

Does not emit a beep.

Emits an operation beep.

S&Q BUTTON SET

ASSIGN BUTTON

ASSIGN DIAL

ASSIGN DIAL DIRECTION

CLOCK SET

AREA SET

SUMMERTIME

LANGUAGE

GPS SETTING

GPS INFORMATION

AUTO CLOCK ADJ

AUTO AREA ADJ

DATE REC

BEEP

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BON

Turns on the front camera recording lamp.

OFF

Turns off the front camera recording lamp.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

BON

Turns on the rear camera recording lamp.

OFF

Turns off the rear camera recording lamp.

zTip

• You can assign this function to an ASSIGN

button (p. 85).

You can set what functions will be locked

when the HOLD switch is on.

xW/REC BUTTON

Set whether the START/STOP button

function is locked.

Locked.

BOFF

Not locked.

xW/GRIP REMOTE

Set whether the grip remote control and

LANC remote control functions are locked.

BON

Locked.

OFF

Not locked.

BON

Enables the supplied Wireless Remote

Commander (p. 11).

OFF

Disables the supplied Wireless Remote

Commander to prevent misoperation by

the remote control of another device.

Select according to the frame rate to record.

B60i

To record at 24p, 30p, 60i, or 60p.

50i

To record at 25p, 50i, or 50p

bNote

• Memory cards formatted and recorded at 60i

(50i) cannot be recorded or played back at 50i

(60i), and vice versa. If [A movie with a

different video signal format from this device

has been recorded. Movie recording disabled.]

appears on the LCD screen after switching 60i

to 50i, or 50i to 60i, try another memory card or

run [MEDIA FORMAT].

See page 136.

See page 138.

Select this item when [USB CONNECT]

does not appear on the LCD screen by

connecting the camcorder to another device

with the USB cable.

REC LAMP[F]

REC LAMP[R]

HOLD SW SET

REMOTE CONTROL

60i/50i SEL

MEDIA FORMAT

REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE

USB CONNECT

(SYSTEM) menu (continued)

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Using the Menu

You can improve compatibility with

external devices by limiting the functions of

the USB connection.

BMULTI

Set to [MULTI] in normal conditions.

SINGLE

Set to [SINGLE] if you are unable to

connect using the [MULTI] setting.

Displays the total hours of operation in

10-hour increments.

Displays the installation status of options.

Displays the current version of your

camcorder and lens. Be sure to check for

firmware updates.

bNote

• To perform an update, use the AC Adapter.

You can reset all settings, including the

clock setting, to their default values.

bNote

• The picture profile settings are not reset.

USB LUN SET

OPERATION TIME

OPTION

VERSION DISPLAY

INITIALIZE

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Troubleshooting

If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the flow chart below.

• Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander (p. 168)

• Memory cards (p. 170)

• Recording (p. 170)

• Playback (p. 172)

• Connecting to TV (p. 173)

• Copying/Editing/Connecting to other devices (p. 174)

• Connecting to a computer (p. 174)

• ND FILTER dial (p. 174)

The power does not turn on or abruptly turns off.

• Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (p. 21).

• Use the AC Adapter to connect the camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) (p. 22).

The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.

• Disconnect the power source (battery or AC Adapter), then reconnect it after about 1 minute.

• Check the HOLD switch. Hold state is indicated when an orange portion is visible; release

hold state as required.

The camcorder gets warm.

• Camera body may get warm with use – this is normal.

1Check your camcorder, referring to the items on pages 168 to 174.

2Disconnect the power source, reconnect the power source after about 1 minute and turn

on your camcorder.

3Press the MENU button and select (SYSTEM) t INITIALIZE.

This operation will reset the date, time and area settings.

4Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander

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The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct figure.

• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.

This is not a malfunction.

• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace

with a new battery (p. 21).

• The indicated figure may not be correct in certain circumstances. For example, when you

remove the LCD screen, it takes about 1 minute to display the correct remaining battery.

The battery pack discharges too quickly.

• Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough.

This is not a malfunction.

• Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace

with a new battery (p. 21).

The image on the viewfinder is not clear.

• Move the viewfinder diopter adjustment dial until the image appears clearly (p. 35).

The supplied Wireless Remote Commander does not function.

• Set [REMOTE CONTROL] to [ON] (p. 166).

• Remove any obstructions between the Wireless Remote Commander and the remote sensor

of the camcorder.

• Keep strong light sources, such as sunlight or overhead lighting, away from the remote

sensor, otherwise the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly.

• Change the battery. Insert a fresh battery with the +/– terminals aligned correctly (p. 11).

Another video device malfunctions when you use the supplied Wireless

Remote Commander.

• Select a commander mode other than DVD2 for your video device.

• Cover the sensor of your video device with black paper.

When a device is connected to the REMOTE jack, the camcorder or the device

does not operate properly.

• Check whether the device is compatible or incompatible.

• The connected device may react slowly to some operations.

• If you disconnect the cable from the device while the cable is still connected to the

camcorder’s REMOTE jack, the camcorder may not restore the proper settings. Disconnect

the cable also from the camcorder’s REMOTE jack.

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170

The camcorder does not operate with the memory card inserted.

• The memory card was formatted on a computer. Format it on this camcorder (p. 136).

The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing.

• The file is damaged.

• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 185).

The memory card indicator is flashing.

• An error occurred with the memory card during recording. Stop recording to all memory

cards, and repair the database files.

Images on the memory card cannot be deleted.

• You can select no more than 100 images to be deleted on the edit screen.

• The images are protected. Unprotect the images (p. 134).

A repair memory card prompt screen appears.

• There may have been a problem recording to the memory card during the most-recent

recording.

• Press [OK] to repair the card to the extent possible.

• Press [Cancel] to continue without repairing.

The recording does not start when you press the START/STOP button.

• The playback screen is displayed. Stop playback operation (p. 121).

• The START/STOP button may be locked by the HOLD switch (p. 6).

• There is no empty space on the memory card. Replace the memory card with a new one,

format the memory card (p. 136), or delete unnecessary images (p. 135).

• Total number of movie scenes exceeds the recordable capacity of your camcorder (p. 178).

Delete unnecessary images (p. 135).

• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it

for a while in a cool place.

• The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and leave it

for a while in a warm place.

• An error occurred with the memory card during recording. Stop recording to all memory

cards, and repair the database files.

The memory card access lamp remains lit even after recording was stopped.

• Your camcorder is recording the scene you have just shot on the memory card.

Memory cards

Recording

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The imaging field looks different.

• The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is

not a malfunction.

The actual recording time for movies is less than the estimated recording time.

• Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for

example when recording a fast moving object, etc. (p. 178).

The camcorder does not keep the setting changes.

• Some menu items return to the default setting when the power is turned off.

• The focus magnification setting is not stored.

• The power source has been disconnected when the ON/STANDBY switch is set ON (❙). Set

the camcorder ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY (1) and save your settings. Before

disconnecting the battery or the AC Adapter, set the ON/STANDBY switch to

STANDBY (1), wait a few seconds, and then remove the power source.

There is a time difference between the point when the record button is pressed

and the point that the recording movie actually starts or stops.

• On your camcorder, there may be a slight time difference between the point where you press

the record button and the actual point that recording movie starts/stops. This is not a

malfunction.

Automatic focus does not function.

• Set the FOCUS switch to “AUTO” to enable automatic adjustment (p. 45).

• Adjust the focus manually if the automatic focus does not work properly (p. 44).

Menu items are grayed out or do not work.

• You cannot select grayed out display items in the current recording/playback situation.

• There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. The following list shows

examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.

The iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, and white balance cannot be

adjusted manually.

• Press the FULL AUTO button to set full auto mode off.

Cannot use

(menu disabled) Situation

[ON/OFF] of [AE SHIFT] Iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, and shutter speed are all set

manually.

[ZEBRA], [PEAKING] [COLOR BAR] is set to [ON].

[TC PRESET] [TC MAKE] is set to [REGENERATE].

[COLOR BAR] [REC FORMAT] is set to [XAVC QFHD].

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Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the LCD screen.

• This phenomenon appears when using a slow shutter speed (p. 51). This is not a malfunction.

The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked.

• This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a malfunction. Because of the way that

the image device (CMOS sensor) reads out image signals, the subjects passing by the frame

rapidly might appear crooked depending on the recording conditions.

Horizontal stripes appear on the image.

• This occurs when recording pictures under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury

lamp. This is not a malfunction. This can be improved by changing the shutter speed (p. 51).

The image appears divided horizontally.

• Images on the LCD screen look horizontally divided when a subject is continuously lit with a

flash. The effect of this phenomenon may be reduced by using a slower shutter speed.

• You may try downloading the “Catalyst Browse” software to repair the image.

Black bands appear when you record a TV screen or computer screen.

• Adjust the shutter speed (p. 51).

Fine patterns flicker, diagonal lines look jagged.

• Adjust [DETAIL] to the negative side (p. 110).

The time code is not recorded in sequence.

• The time code may not be recorded sequentially if you change the recording format settings.

Refer also to “Memory cards” (p. 170).

The desired images cannot be found.

Images cannot be played back.

• Select the memory card and image quality of the image you want to play back on the

thumbnail screen (p. 119).

• Image data cannot be played back if you have modified file names or folders, or have edited

the data on a computer. This is not a malfunction.

• Images recorded on other devices may not be played back, or displayed in incorrect size. This

is not a malfunction.

• Display the thumbnail screen, and select the thumbnail of the movie you want to play back

with the SEL/SET dial (p. 120).

Playback

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The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing.

• The file is damaged.

• The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 185).

• Only the file name is displayed, if the folder structure does not conform to the universal

standard.

No sound or only a low sound is heard.

• Turn up the volume (p. 121).

• Movies recorded with Slow & Quick Motion or Super Slow Motion do not have sound.

“---” is displayed on the LCD screen.

• Bars will be displayed for the camera data of the movies recorded with [COLOR BAR] set to

[ON].

appears on the LCD screen.

• appears when you play back movies recorded with 5.1ch surround sound. 5.1ch

surround sound is down-mixed to 2ch stereo and played back on your camcorder.

Neither image nor sound is played back on the TV connected with the HDMI

cable.

• Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack if copyright protection signals are recorded

in the images.

• Signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack when the USB jack is connected.

Neither image nor sound is played back on the TV, projector, or AV amplifier

connected with the HDMI cable.

• If you cannot view images or hear sound on the TV, projector, or AV amplifier connected

with the HDMI cable, try disconnecting and connecting the HDMI cable, or turn on your

camcorder again.

The image appears distorted on a 4:3 TV. Or black bands may across the top

and bottom of the screen.

• This happens when viewing a movie recorded in 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV.

Select (REC/OUT SET) t [VIDEO OUT] t [DOWN CONVERT TYPE] and set the

appropriate down conversion type (p. 154).

Connecting to TV

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174

Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected

device.

• Set [DISPLAY OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 161).

Sound cannot be added to the recording after recording.

• You cannot add sound to the recording after recording on your camcorder.

The computer does not recognize the camcorder.

• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again securely.

• Disconnect the cable from your computer and camcorder. Reboot your computer, and

connect your computer and camcorder following the steps in the correct order.

Movies cannot be viewed or copied to the computer.

• Disconnect the cable from the computer, then connect it again.

• You need to download the “Catalyst Browse” software to copy movies from your camcorder

to your computer.

The ND filter does not move.

• You can move the ND filter to the “CLEAR” position using the following procedure.

1Turn off the camcorder.

2Remove the round cap.

3Insert a screwdriver into the hole and turn

counterclockwise.

Turning the screwdriver counterclockwise

moves the ND filter. Turn the screwdriver until

the ND filter is in the “CLEAR” position.

Use a flat-blade screwdriver of size φ2.4 or

smaller. The screwdriver insertion depth is

approximately 1.5 cm (5/8 in.).

4Set the PRESET/VARIABLE switch to

“PRESET,” and switch the ND FILTER dial to

the “CLEAR” position.

Copying/Editing/Connecting to other devices

Connecting to a computer

ND FILTER dial

Screwdriver hole

(with cap removed)

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bNotes

• The procedure above should not be used during normal operation. It should only be used when the

ND filter is no longer moving. The ND unit may become damaged if the procedure is used during

normal operation.

• After performing the procedure above, the camcorder should be repaired at a service center.

• An error message may appear after performing the procedure above, but the camcorder can still

record.

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Warning indicators and messages

When an error occurs, a warning indicator

appears on the LCD screen.

If a problem persists even after you have

tried resolving the issue a couple of times,

contact your Sony dealer or local

authorized Sony service facility.

C:06:ss

• The battery pack is too hot. Replace the

battery pack, or remove the battery

pack and put it in a cool place.

C:13:ss

• Remove the memory cards. After

installing them again, operate your

camcorder.

C:32:ss

• Remove the power source. Reconnect it

and operate your camcorder again.

E:ss:ss

• Try steps 2 to 4 on page 168.

E (Battery level warning)

• The battery pack is nearly used up.

• Depending on the operation,

environment, or battery conditions, the

indicator may flash, even if around

10% is displayed as the battery

remaining figure.

(Warning indicators

pertaining to battery pack

temperature)

• The battery pack is too hot. Replace the

battery pack, or remove the battery

pack and put it in a cool place.

(Warning indicators

pertaining to memory cards)

Slow flashing

• Free spaces for recording images are

running out. For details about memory

cards you can use with your camcorder,

see page 38.

• No memory card is inserted (p. 38).

Fast flashing

• There are not enough free spaces for

recording images. Delete unnecessary

images (p. 135), or format the memory

card (p. 136) after storing the images

on other media.

• The image database file may be

damaged (p. 138).

(Warning indicator

pertaining to memory card

formatting)*

• The memory card is damaged.

• The memory card is not formatted

correctly (p. 136).

(Warning indicator

pertaining to incompatible memory

cards)*

• An incompatible memory card is

inserted (p. 38).

- (Warning indicator

pertaining to the write-protect of the

memory card)*

• The write-protect switch is set to lock

position on the memory card.

• Access to the memory card was

restricted on another device.

Fast flashing

• The image database file may be

damaged (p. 138).

* When [BEEP] is set to [ON] (p. 165), you hear a

beep when the warning indicators appear on the

LCD screen.

Self-diagnosis display/Warning

indicators

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Troubleshooting

If a warning message is displayed, follow

the instructions.

The following error messages may appear if

trouble occurs during FTP transfer or

streaming distribution. Try the solution

suggested on the display.

No registered access point.

There are no access points registered.

Select (NETWORK SET) t

[ACCESS POINT SET], and register an

access point.

Cannot find connectable access

point.

Set the access point setting.

An access point could not be found. Select

(NETWORK SET) t [ACCESS

POINT SET], and check the access point

settings.

Connection to the access point

failed.

Please input your password again.

Could not connect to the access point. Try

re-entering the password for the access

point.

Connection with an access point

disconnected.

Check the connection condition.

Connection to the access point was

disconnected. Check the access point

connection conditions.

No response from the access point.

There was no response from the access

point. Check the connection with the

access point.

Failed to acquire an IP address.

Change the IP address setting.

Could not acquire the IP address.

If connecting to a network via a wireless

LAN, select (NETWORK SET) t

[ACCESS POINT SET], and specify the

IP address manually.

If connecting to a network via a wired

LAN, select (NETWORK SET) t

[WIRED LAN SET], and specify the IP

address manually.

Network error occurred.

A Wi-Fi communication error occurred.

Check the LAN cable connection.

Could not connect to the network. Check

the LAN cable connection.

Failed to connect to an FTP server.

Check the FTP server settings.

Check the registered FTP server settings.

Failed to connect to an FTP server.

Connection to the FTP server failed

because the FTP server could not be found

or for other reasons.

Could not verify the certificate.

The FTP server certificate is not valid.

Connection to the FTP server

disconnected.

Connection to the FTP server was

disconnected.

Cannot upload to the FTP server.

Connection to the FTP server was

successful, but a file could not be

transferred. Check the transfer destination

directory settings and the settings on the

FTP server.

Unable to access the media.

The memory card could not be loaded.

The memory card may be damaged.

Warning messages

Error messages

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Additional Information

Recording time

(Unit: minute)

XAVC QFHD

XAVC HD

AVCHD

xWhen [AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT] is set

to [LINEAR PCM]

(Unit: minute)

xWhen [AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT] is set

to [DOLBY DIGITAL]

(Unit: minute)

• When using Sony memory card.

• The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable

time.

bNote

• The recording time may vary depending on the

recording conditions, subjects, and [REC SET]

(p. 153).

zTips

• The maximum number of scenes that can be

recorded is 600 in XAVC HD/QFHD and 3,999

in AVCHD.

• The continuous recording time using relay

recording is 6 hours for XAVC HD/QFHD and

13 hours for AVCHD.

• Your camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit

Rate) format to automatically adjust image

quality to suit the recording scene. This

technology causes fluctuations in the recording

time of the memory card. For example, movies

containing quickly moving and complex images

are recorded at a higher bit-rate, and this reduces

the overall recording time of the memory card.

Estimated recording time of

movies

4K (QFHD) 2160

60Mbps 100Mbps

64GB 100

(100)

(65)

4K (QFHD) +

PROXY

(9M)

2160

60Mbps 100Mbps

64GB 85

(85)

(55)

XAVC 1080 720

50Mbps 35Mbps 25Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 120

(120)

170

(170)

220

(220)

120

(120)

XAVC +

PROXY

(9M)

1080 720

50Mbps 35Mbps 25Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 100

(100)

135

(135)

160

(160)

100

(100)

XAVC +

PROXY

(3M)

1080 720

50Mbps 35Mbps 25Mbps 50Mbps

64GB 110

(110)

155

(155)

195

(195)

110

(110)

16GB 70

(70)

(80)

110

(110)

185

(145)

32GB 145

(145)

170

(170)

225

(225)

290

(290)

64GB 290

(290)

340

(340)

450

(450)

590

(590)

16GB 75

(75)

(90)

120

(120)

215

(165)

32GB 150

(150)

180

(180)

245

(245)

440

(330)

64GB 305

(305)

360

(360)

495

(495)

880

(665)

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Additional Information

• Bit-rate (movie + audio, etc.) and number of

pixels of each file format are as follows.

– XAVC QFHD

100 Mbps 3840×2160

60 Mbps 3840×2160

– XAVC HD

50 Mbps 1920×1080

35 Mbps 1920×1080

25 Mbps 1920×1080

50 Mbps 1280×720

– AVCHD

PS: max 28Mbps 1920×1080

FX: max 24Mbps 1920×1080, 1280×720

FH: approx. 17Mbps (avg) 1920×1080,

1280×720

HQ: approx. 9Mbps (avg) 1440×1080,

1280×720

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Function limitations when recording

Yes: Supported, No: Not supported

Recording format limitations

Function XAVC QFHD XAVC HD AVCHD

FACE DETECTION Yes

(See page 133)

Yes Yes

COLOR BAR No Yes

(when proxy

recording is OFF)

Yes

(when proxy

recording is OFF)

CENTER SCAN No Yes Yes

SUPER SLOW MOTION No Yes Yes

S&Q MOTION Yes Yes Yes

STREAMING Yes

(60 Mbps only)

Yes Yes

DATE REC No Yes

(Interlaced recording)

Yes

(Interlaced recording)

SIMULTANEOUS REC Yes Yes Yes

RELAY REC Yes Yes Yes

PROXY REC MODE Yes Yes No

Simultaneous recording +

Proxy recording

Yes

(60 Mbps only)

Yes No

Relay recording + Proxy

recording

Yes

(60 Mbps only)

Yes No

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Additional Information

Yes: Supported, No: Not supported

Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion limitations

Function Slow & Quick Motion Super Slow Motion

FACE DETECTION No No

COLOR BAR No No

CENTER SCAN Yes No

STREAMING No No

DATE REC No No

SIMULTANEOUS REC/

RELAY REC

No No

PROXY REC MODE No No

Wi-Fi remote control No No

Full auto mode No No

HISTOGRAM Yes No

PEAKING Yes Yes

ZEBRA Yes Yes

WB SET Yes No

FOCUS MAGNIFIER Yes Yes

CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM Yes No

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Proxy recording supported formats

bNote

• Proxy recording is not supported when the following three are selected at the same time.

– Recording mode: 4K (XAVC QFHD)

– Recording format bit rate: 100Mbps

– Simultaneous/relay recording: ON

Original file Proxy file

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

9 993 33

3840×

2160

30(25)p 100 Yes Yes

60 Yes Yes

24p 100 Yes Yes

60 Yes Yes

1920×

1080

60(50)p 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

60(50)i 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

25 Yes Yes

30(25)p 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

24p 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

1280×

720

60(50)p 50 Yes Yes

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Additional Information

Streaming supported formats

Original file (XAVC) Streaming data

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

33211

3840×2160 30(25)p 60 Yes Yes

24p 60 Yes Yes

1920×1080 60(50)p 50 Yes

35 Yes

60(50)i 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

25 Yes Yes

30(25)p 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

24p 50 Yes Yes

35 Yes Yes

1280×720 60(50)p 50 Yes

Original file (AVCHD) Streaming data

Image size 1280×720 640×360

Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 24p 60(50)p 30(25)p 24p

Bit rate

(Mbps)

33211

1920×1080 60(50)p PS

60(50)i FX Yes Yes

FH Yes Yes

30(25)p FX Yes Yes

FH Yes Yes

24p FX Yes Yes

FH Yes Yes

1280×720 60(50)p FX

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Using your camcorder abroad

Power supply

You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adapter supplied with your

camcorder within the 100 V to 240 V AC, 50Hz/60 Hz range.

Viewing on TV

Before recording a movie with your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set [60i/50i SEL] to the

appropriate TV system for the country/region in which you intended to view the movie. The

following shows which countries and regions require [60i] or [50i] setting.

Countries/regions that require [60i/50i SEL] set to [60i]

Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican

Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Japan, Korea,

Mexico, Micronesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saint

Lucia, Samoa, Surinam, Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S.A., Venezuela, etc.

Countries/regions that require [60i/50i SEL] set to [50i]

Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, China, Croatia, Czech Republic,

Denmark, Finland, France, French Guiana, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary,

Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand,

Norway, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain,

Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vietnam, etc.

Simple setting of the clock by time difference

When you are abroad, you can easily adjust the clock to the local time by setting the time

difference. Select [AREA SET], then set the time difference (p. 165).

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Additional Information

File/folder structure on the memory card

The memory card file/folder structure is shown below. You do not usually need to

acknowledge the file/ folder structure, when recording/playing back movies and still images

on the camcorder.

* “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

** SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC

memory card

AImage management files

When you delete the files, you cannot record/

play back the images correctly.

The files are defaulted as hidden files and not

usually displayed.

BAVCHD movie management

information folder

This folder contains recording data of

AVCHD movie files. Do not modify the files

or folders on the camcorder from the

computer. Doing so might damage image

files, or prevent image files from being played

back.

CXAVC HD/4K (QFHD) movie

management information folder

This folder contains recording data of XAVC

HD/4K (QFHD) movie files. Do not modify

the files or folders on the camcorder from the

computer. Doing so might damage image

files, or prevent image files from being played

back.

The file numbers increment automatically.

DCamera profiles folder

Stores files saved in a camera profile.

The folder name may vary with the country or

region.

Data in folders with a different folder name

are incompatible (p. 164).

For SD cards:

PRIVATE/SONY/SETTING/model_name

For Memory Stick:

MSSONY/SETTING/model_name

Proxy file

186

Maintenance and precautions

Recording and playback on your

camcorder

Your camcorder can record 4K (QFHD)

and HD (high definition) based on the

XAVC format.

This uses a Long-GOP video compression

format for recording.

Video signal*: MPEG-4AVC/H.264

When [60i] is selected:

3840×2160/30p, 3840×2160/24p,

1920×1080/60p, 1920×1080/60i,

1920×1080/30p, 1920×1080/24p,

1280×720/60p

When [50i] is selected:

3840×2160/25p, 1920×1080/50p,

1920×1080/50i, 1920×1080/25p,

1280×720/50p

Audio signal: LPCM 2ch

Recording media: Memory card

* The camcorder is not able to play back data that

is recorded in XAVC format using settings other

than those described above.

Recording and playback on your

camcorder

Based on the AVCHD format, your

camcorder records with the HD (high

definition) image quality.

Video signal*: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

When [60i] is selected:

1920×1080/60p, 1920×1080/60i,

1920×1080/24p, 1280×720/60p,

1440×1080/60i

When [50i] is selected:

1920×1080/50p, 1920×1080/50i,

1280×720/50p, 1440×1080/50i

Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch, LPCM 2ch

Recording media: Memory card

* Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the

above mentioned cannot be played back on your

camcorder.

• A memory card formatted (initialized) by a

computer does not have guaranteed

compatibility with your camcorder.

• Data read/write speed may vary depending on

the combination of the memory card and

memory card compliant product you use.

• Damaged or lost image data will not be

compensated for, and may occur in the

following cases:

– If you eject the memory card, turn the power

off on your camcorder, or remove the battery

pack for replacement while your camcorder is

reading or writing image files on the memory

card (while the memory card access lamp is lit

or flashing).

– If you use the memory card near electric

fields, magnetic fields, or other sources of

electromagnetic noise.

• It is recommended to make a back-up of

important data on the hard disk of a computer.

• Do not attach a label or the like on memory card

or a memory card adapter.

• Do not touch, or allow metallic objects to come

into contact with the terminals.

• Do not bend, drop or apply strong force to the

memory card.

• Do not disassemble or modify the memory card.

• Do not let the memory card get wet.

• Be careful to keep memory card out of the reach

of small children. There is danger that a child

might swallow it.

• Do not insert anything other than the compliant

size of memory card into the memory card slot.

A malfunction may be caused.

• Do not use or keep the memory card in the

following locations:

– Places subject to extremely high temperature,

such as a car parked outside in the summer

– Places under direct sunlight

– Places with extremely high humidity or

subject to corrosive gases

About the XAVC format

About the AVCHD format

About memory cards

187

Additional Information

On image data compatibility

• If you cannot use a memory card that has been

used with another device, format it with your

camcorder (p. 136). Note that formatting erases

all information on the memory card.

• You may not be able to play back images with

your camcorder:

– When playing back image data modified on

your computer.

– When playing back image data recorded with

other devices.

About “Memory Stick” media

• This product supports parallel data transfer.

However, the transfer speed may differ,

depending on the type of media you use.

• This product cannot record or play data that uses

“MagicGate” technology. “MagicGate” is a

transfers the contents in an encrypted format.

To charge the battery pack

• Be sure to charge the battery pack before you

start using your camcorder.

To use the battery pack effectively

• Battery pack performance decreases when the

ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or below,

and the length of time you can use the battery

pack becomes shorter. In that case, do one of the

following to use the battery pack for a longer

time.

– Put the battery pack in a pocket to warm it up,

and install it in your camcorder right before

you start taking shots.

– Use a high capacity battery pack.

• Be sure to set the ON/STANDBY switch to

STANDBY when not recording or playing back

on your camcorder. The battery pack is also

consumed when your camcorder is in recording

standby or playback pause.

• Have spare battery packs ready for 2 or 3 times

the expected recording time, and make trial

recordings before making the actual recording.

• Do not expose the battery pack to water. The

battery pack is not water resistant.

About storage of the battery pack

• If the battery pack is not used for a long time,

fully charge the battery pack and use it up on

your camcorder once a year to maintain proper

function. To store the battery pack, remove it

from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool

place.

• To discharge the battery pack on your

camcorder completely, leave your camcorder in

recording standby until the power goes off.

About battery life

• Battery capacity decreases over time and

through repeated use. If decreased usage time

between charges becomes significant, it is

probably time to replace it with a new one.

• Each battery’s life is governed by storage,

operating and environmental conditions.

About charging the battery pack

• Use the charger (supplied) to charge the

designated batteries only. If you charge other

types of batteries, those batteries may leak, heat

up, burst, or give an electric shock, resulting in

burns or injury.

• Remove the charged battery from the charger.

• The charge lamp of the supplied charger flashes

in 2 patterns as follows:

Fast-flashing...Turns on and off rapidly at about

0.15-second intervals.

Slow-flashing...Turns on and off alternately for

about 1.5 seconds, and turns off completely for

about 1.5 seconds. The lamp repeats this

sequence.

• If the charge lamp is fast-flashing, remove the

battery that is being charged, and then reattach

the same battery again firmly. If the charge lamp

continues fast-flashing, the cause could be that

the battery is damaged, or the battery is not a

designated type. Check the battery to confirm

whether it is a designated type or not. If it is a

Types of “Memory Stick” Recording/

Playback

“Memory Stick Duo”

(with MagicGate)

“Memory Stick PRO Duo”

(Mark2)

Yes

“Memory Stick PRO-HG

Duo”

Yes

About the battery pack

Continued ,

188

designated type, remove the battery first, and

then attach a brand-new battery or another

known-to-be-good battery to see if the charger

is working correctly. If the charger is working

correctly, the cause could be that the battery is

damaged.

• If the charge lamp is slow-flashing, the charger

is in standby mode and charging is suspended.

When the ambient temperature is out of the

appropriate temperature range for charging, the

charger suspends charging automatically and

enters standby mode. When the ambient

temperature returns to an appropriate

temperature, the Charger restarts charging and

the charge lamp lights up. We recommend

charging the battery pack in an ambient

temperature of from 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to

86 °F).

On use and care

• Do not use or store the camcorder and

accessories in the following locations.

– Anywhere extremely hot or cold. Never leave

them exposed to temperatures above 60 °C

(140 °F), such as under direct sunlight, near

heaters or in a car parked in the sun. They

may malfunction or become deformed.

– Near strong magnetic fields or mechanical

vibration. The camcorder may malfunction.

– Near strong radio waves or radiation. The

camcorder may not be able to record properly.

– Near AM receivers and video equipment.

Noise may occur.

– On a sandy beach or anywhere dusty. If sand

or dust gets in your camcorder, the camcorder

may malfunction. Sometimes this malfunction

cannot be repaired.

– Near windows or outdoors, where the LCD

screen, the viewfinder, or the lens may be

exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the

inside of the viewfinder or the LCD screen.

– Anywhere very humid.

• Operate your camcorder on 14.4 V DC (battery

pack) or 12.0 V DC (AC Adapter).

• For DC or AC operation, use the accessories

recommended in these operating instructions.

• Do not let your camcorder get wet, for example,

from rain or sea water. If your camcorder gets

wet, it may malfunction. Sometimes this

malfunction cannot be repaired.

• If any solid object or liquid gets inside the

casing, unplug your camcorder and have it

checked by a Sony dealer before operating it

any further.

• Avoid rough handling, disassembling,

modifying, physical shock, or impact, such as

hammering, dropping or stepping on the

product. Be particularly careful of the lens.

• Do not use a deformed or damaged battery pack.

• Keep the ON/STANDBY switch set to

STANDBY when you are not using your

camcorder.

• Do not wrap your camcorder with a towel, for

example, and operate it. Doing so might cause

heat to build up inside.

• When disconnecting the power cord (mains

lead), pull it by the plug and not the lead.

• Do not damage the power cord (mains lead),

such as by placing anything heavy on it.

• Keep metal contacts clean.

• Keep the Wireless Remote Commander and

button-type battery out of children’s reach. If

the battery is accidentally swallowed, consult a

doctor immediately.

• If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked,

– consult your local authorized Sony service

facility.

– wash off any liquid that may have contacted

your skin.

– if any liquid gets in your eyes, wash with

plenty of water and consult a doctor.

xWhen not using your camcorder for a

long time

• Turn on the camcorder and record and play back

images about once a month to keep it in an

optimum state for a long time.

Moisture condensation

If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold

place to a warm place, moisture may condense

inside your camcorder and cause a malfunction of

your camcorder.

xIf moisture condensation has occurred

Leave your camcorder for about 1 hour without

turning it on.

About handling of your

camcorder

Maintenance and precautions (continued)

189

Additional Information

xNote on moisture condensation

Moisture may condense when you bring your

camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or

vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a

humid place as shown below.

• When you bring your camcorder from a ski

slope into a place warmed up by a heating

device.

• When you bring your camcorder from an air

conditioned car or room into a hot place outside.

• When you use your camcorder after a squall or a

shower.

• When you use your camcorder in a hot and

humid place.

xHow to avoid moisture condensation

When you bring your camcorder from a cold place

into a warm place, put your camcorder in a plastic

bag and seal it tightly. Remove the bag when the

air temperature inside the plastic bag has reached

the ambient temperature (after about 1 hour).

LCD screen

• Do not exert excessive pressure on the LCD

screen, as it may cause damage.

• If your camcorder is used in a cold place, a

residual image may appear on the LCD screen.

This is not a malfunction.

• While using your camcorder, the back of the

LCD screen may heat up. This is not a

malfunction.

xTo clean the LCD screen

The LCD screen is covered with a coating. The

coating may be peeled off by scratching or

rubbing. Maintain the LCD screen as follows.

• Wipe fingerprints or hand cream off the LCD

screen as soon as possible, as they may cause

the coating to peel off.

• If you rub the LCD screen hard, even with a

tissue, the coating may be damaged.

• Before wiping the LCD screen, blow dust or

sand off with a dust blower, etc.

• Wipe dirt off the LCD screen with a clean, soft

cloth, such as an eye glass cleaning cloth, etc.

About the display of the organic EL

panel

Because of the physical characteristics of the

organic EL panel, image persistence or low

brightness may occur.

These problems are not a malfunction, and the

organic EL panel can be used without problems.

Casing

• If the casing is soiled, clean the camcorder body

with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water,

and then wipe the casing with a dry soft cloth.

• Avoid the following to prevent damage to the

finish.

– Using chemicals, such as thinner, benzine,

alcohol, chemical cloths, repellent, insecticide

and sunscreen.

– Handling with above substances on your

hands.

– Leaving the casing in contact with rubber or

vinyl objects for a long period of time.

Care and storage of the lens

• Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft

cloth in the following instances: When there are

fingerprints on the lens surface. In hot or humid

locations When the lens is exposed to salty air,

such as at the seaside.

• Store in a well-ventilated location subject to

little dirt or dust.

• To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as

described above.

Charging the pre-installed

rechargeable battery

Your camcorder has a pre-installed

rechargeable battery to retain the date, time,

and other settings even when the ON/

STANDBY switch is set to STANDBY.

The pre-installed rechargeable battery is

always charged while your camcorder is

connected to the wall outlet (wall socket)

via the AC Adapter or while the battery

pack is attached. The rechargeable battery

will be fully discharged in about 2 months

if you do not use your camcorder at all

without the AC Adapter connected or the

battery pack attached. Use your camcorder

after charging the pre-installed

rechargeable battery.

However, even if the pre-installed

rechargeable battery is not charged, the

camcorder operation will not be affected as

long as you are not recording the date.

Continued ,

190

xCharging procedure

Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet

(wall socket) using the supplied AC

Adapter or attach a charged battery, and

leave it with the ON/STANDBY switch set

to STANDBY (1) for more than 24 hours.

Note on disposal/transfer of memory

cards

Even if you use [MEDIA FORMAT] or

[DELETE], data from the memory card

may not be deleted completely. When you

give the memory card to somebody, it is

recommended that you delete data

completely using data deletion software on

a computer. Also, when you dispose of the

memory card, it is recommended that you

destroy the actual body of the memory card.

Maintenance and precautions (continued)

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Additional Information

Specifications

General

Power requirements

12.0 V DC (AC Adapter)

14.4 V DC (battery pack)

Power consumption

[60i]

When using viewfinder, external

devices disconnected, SELP10185G

lens attached: Approx. 11.8 W

[60i]

When using LCD screen, external

devices connected, SDI output,

SELP10185G lens attached, XAVC HD

1080/60p, 50 Mbps, memory card

simultaneously recording:

Approx. 16.8 W

[50i]

When using viewfinder, external

devices disconnected, SELP10185G

lens attached: Approx. 11.5 W

[50i]

When using LCD screen, external

devices connected, SDI output,

SELP10185G lens attached, XAVC HD

1080/50p, 50 Mbps, memory card

simultaneously recording:

Approx. 16.4 W

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)

Dimensions

Approx. 111.3 mm × 128.7 mm ×

172.4 mm (4 1/2 in. × 5 1/8 in. ×

6 7/8 in.) (body only, including

projecting parts)

Approx. 185.2 mm × 218.3 mm ×

369.5 mm (7 3/8 in. × 8 5/8 in. ×

14 5/8 in.)

(including SELP18105G, lens hood,

large eyecup, LCD screen, handle, grip

w/o grip belt, including projecting

parts)

(width / height / depth)

Mass

Approx. 830 g (1 lb 13 oz) (body only)

Approx. 2.2 kg (4 lb 14 oz) (including

SELP18105G, lens hood, eyecup,

BP-U30 battery pack, LCD screen,

handle, grip w/o grip belt)

System

Signal format

When 60i is selected:

NTSC color, EIA standards

HDTV 1080/60i, 1080/60p, 720/60p

specification

When 50i is selected:

PAL color, CCIR standards

HDTV 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 720/50p

specification

Video recording format

XAVC QFHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

4:2:0 Long profile

XAVC HD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

4:2:2 Long profile

AVCHD: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

AVCHD 2.0 standard

Audio recording format

XAVC: Linear PCM 2ch, 24-bit,

48 kHz

AVCHD: Linear PCM 2ch, 16-bit,

48 kHz / Dolby Digital 2ch, 16-bit,

48 kHz

Recording media

“Memory Stick”

SD card

Camera

Imaging device

Exmor Super35 CMOS sensor

Effective picture elements

3840 (H) × 2160 (V) (16:9)

4096 (H) × 2160 (V) (17:9, during

RAW output)

Continued ,

192

Lens mount

E-mount

Minimum illumination

60i: 0.16 lux (F1.4, 1/24 shutter speed,

auto gain)

50i: 0.18 lux (F1.4, 1/25 shutter speed,

auto gain)

Shutter speed

60i: 1/8 sec. to 1/10,000 sec.

50i/24p: 1/6 sec. to 1/10,000 sec.

Slow & Quick Motion, Super Slow

Motion

Switchable frame rate

Gain

0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 27, 30, 33 dB,

AGC

Gamma curve

Switchable

Built-in ND filter

CLEAR: Off

1: 1/4ND

2: 1/16ND

3: 1/64ND

Linear variable ND range:

1/4ND to 1/128ND

ISO sensitivity

ISO2000 (S-Log2/S-Log3 gamma)

Horizontal resolution

1000 TV lines or more (1920×1080i)

Input/outputs

Video output/audio output

Integrated into multi/micro USB jack,

Composite (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω)

SDI signal output

BNC type (1), SD/HD/3G (Level-B)

switchable

SMPTE 259M/292M/424M/425M

standards

HDMI output

Type A (1)

USB

Multi/micro USB jack (1)

i (headphones) output

Stereo minijack (φ3.5 mm) (1)

Audio input

XLR-type 3-pin (female) (2), line/mic/

mic+48 V switchable

DC input

DC jack

REMOTE jack

Stereo minimini jack (φ2.5 mm) (1)

Wired LAN

LAN terminal

100BASE-TX/10BASE-T

Display

LCD screen

8.8 cm (3.5 type)

Approx. 1.56M dots

Viewfinder

1.0 cm (0.39 type)

Approx. 1.44M dots

Internal microphone

Omni-directional stereo electret

condenser microphone

Continuous operating time

When recording, LCD screen on,

viewfinder off, no external devices

connected.

Using BP-U90 battery pack:

[60i] Approx. 6 hours 40 minutes

[50i] Approx. 6 hours 45 minutes

Using BP-U60 battery pack:

[60i] Approx. 4 hours 15 minutes

[50i] Approx. 4 hours 20 minutes

Using BP-U30 battery pack:

[60i] Approx. 2 hours 10 minutes

[50i] Approx. 2 hours 10 minutes

Wireless LAN

Supported standards

IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Specifications (continued)

193

Additional Information

Frequency band

2.4 GHz band

Security

WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK

NFC

NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant

Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30)

Maximum voltage

16.4 V DC

Nominal voltage

14.4 V DC

Capacity

28 Wh

Design and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

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Index

Numeric

24p/30p OUTPUT ..............154

25p OUTPUT .....................154

4K .........................................48

60i/50i SEL.........................166

AC Adapter...........................21

Access point .........................92

Accessory shoe.....................27

ACTIVE .............................151

AE SHIFT...................149, 171

AF MICRO ADJUSTMENT

............................................152

AGC LIMIT .......................148

AIRPLANE MODE ...........163

AMOUNT ..........................152

AREA SET.........................165

ASPECT .............................159

ASSIGN BUTTON ..............85

ASSIGN buttons/ASSIGN dial

..............................................85

ASSIGN DIAL DIRECTION

............................................165

AUDIO LEVEL ...................82

AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY160

AUDIO LIMIT ...................156

AUDIO SET menu .............155

AUTO BACK LIGHT........151

AUTO ISO LIMIT .............148

AUTO/MAN ........................82

Auto ND filter ......................54

AVCHD........................48, 186

AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT

............................................155

BATT RELEASE.................21

Battery ..................................21

BEEP ..................................165

BLACK BALANCE.............56

Black balance....................... 56

BLACK GAMMA............. 105

BLACK LEVEL ................ 105

CAMERA DATA DISPLAY

........................................... 159

CAMERA/PAINT menu.... 147

CAMERA PROFILE ......... 164

CENTER............................ 158

CENTER SCAN ................ 150

CH1 INPUT SELECT ....... 155

CH2 INPUT SELECT ....... 156

CLEAR ALL...................... 152

CLOCK SET........................ 33

COLOR BAR............. 152, 171

COLOR CORRECTION ... 108

COLOR DEPTH................ 108

COLOR MODE ................. 107

COLOR PHASE ................ 107

Connect

TV............................... 124

Content Browser Mobile...... 87

CTRL W/SMARTPHONE

........................................... 163

DATA CODE .................... 161

Data code ........................... 122

Date and time........... 13, 33, 34

DATE REC ........................ 165

DELETE ............................ 135

DETAIL............................. 110

DF ...................................... 162

Direct Menu......................... 61

DISPLAY........................... 122

DISPLAY OUTPUT.......... 161

DISPLAY SET menu......... 158

DIVIDE.............................. 134

DOWN CONVERT TYPE

........................................... 154

Drop frame .........................162

FACE DETECTION ............ 47

FILE FORMAT....................48

FOCUS .................................44

FOCUS DISPLAY .............160

Focus hold ............................ 45

FOCUS MAG.................10, 46

FOCUS MAG RATIO .......159

Focus magnifier....................46

Format media......................136

FREE RUN.........................162

FTP ....................................... 99

FULL AUTO......................102

Full auto mode....................102

Function limitations............180

Gain ...................................... 51

GAIN SET..........................148

GAMMA ............................105

GAMMA DISP ASSIST ....161

Gamma display assist.........111

GPS function ......................115

Grip.......................................31

angle adjustment ...........36

rotate lever ....................10

GUIDEFRAME..................159

Handle record button........6, 42

Handle zoom ........................ 43

HDMI .................................124

HDMI TC OUTPUT ..........155

HDR .....................................57

Headphone output ................84

HFR ......................................68

High dynamic range .............57

High frame rate.....................68

HISTOGRAM ....................158

195

Additional Information

HOLD .....................................7

HOLD SW SET ..................166

Image database file .............138

INDOOR...............................55

INITIALIZE .......................167

INPUT 1/INPUT 2................82

INPUT1 TRIM ...................157

INPUT1 WIND...................157

INPUT2 TRIM ...................157

INPUT2 WIND...................157

INT MIC SET.....................156

Iris.........................................50

ISO/GAIN.............................51

ISO/GAIN SEL...................147

ISO sensitivity ......................51

ISO SET..............................147

KNEE..................................106

LANGUAGE ......................165

Large eyecup.........................36

LAST SCENE REVIEW....113

Last Scene Review..............113

LCD BRIGHT ....................161

LCD screen ...........................10

adjusting ........................35

connection .....................29

inverting.......................114

Lens ..............................23, 189

mount adapter................25

LENS COMPENSATION

............................................150

Lithium battery .....................11

MANU WB TEMP ...............55

MARKER ...........................158

MEDIA FORMAT .............136

Memory card ........................38

file/folder structure ..... 185

formatting.................... 136

notes............................ 186

“Memory Stick” ................. 187

“Memory Stick PRO Duo”

............................................ 187

Menu .................................. 139

AUDIO SET ............... 155

CAMERA/PAINT ...... 147

DISPLAY SET ...........158

items............................ 141

NETWORK SET ........ 163

REC/OUT SET ........... 153

SYSTEM..................... 164

TC/UB SET................. 162

Menu, using........................ 139

MIC+48V ............................. 83

Microphone

external.......................... 28

internal .......................... 82

Multi-interface shoe......83

MIRROR...................... 10, 114

Moisture condensation ....... 188

Mount adapter ......................25

MPEG HD recording ........... 73

Multi-interface shoe ............... 6

Multi/micro USB jack............ 9

Multi-selector ....................... 10

ND filter ...............................53

ND/IRIS ............................... 53

ND/IRIS DIAL DIRECTION

............................................ 150

NDF.................................... 162

Network functions ................ 92

NETWORK RESET .......... 163

NETWORK SET menu...... 163

NFC ...................................... 88

OPERATION TIME...........167

Option .....................................5

OUTDOOR...........................55

OUTPUT SELECT.............153

Output signal format...........125

PEAKING...................158, 171

Picture profile .....................103

Playback .............................119

Power cord............................22

Power outlet..........................22

Pre-installed rechargeable

battery .................................189

Preparation............................19

Preset mode ..........................53

PROTECT ..........................134

PROXY REC MODE ...........49

Proxy recording ....................49

PUSH AUTO........................50

Push auto focus.....................45

RAW format recording.........70

REC BUTTON SETTING ...42

REC FORMAT.....................48

REC LAMP[F] ...................166

REC LAMP[R]...................166

REC/OUT SET menu .........153

REC RUN...........................162

REC SET ............................153

Rechargeable battery pack....21

Record button .......................40

Recording format..................48

AVCHD.........................48

RAW .............................71

XAVC HD.....................48

XAVC QFHD................48

Recording lamp ....................40

Recording time ...................178

Continued ,

196

Relay recording ....................41

REMOTE..............................31

REMOTE CONTROL........166

Remote control .............11, 166

REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE

............................................138

ROOT CERTIFICATE.......163

Root certificate ...................101

S&Q......................................64

S&Q BUTTON SETTING

............................................164

S&Q MOTION.....................63

SAFETY ZONE .................159

SATURATION ..................107

Screen indicators ..........12, 122

SDI......................................124

SDI/HDMI..........................154

SDI/HDMI REC CONTROL

............................................155

SEL/SET.................................7

Self-diagnosis display.........176

Shoe plate .............................27

Shooting................................40

Shoulder strap.....................6, 8

SHUTTER ............................51

SHUTTER DISPLAY ........160

Shutter speed ........................51

SIMUL/RELAY REC ..........42

Simultaneous recording ........42

SLOT SEL............................39

SLOW & QUICK.................63

Slow & Quick Motion..........63

Smartphone...........................88

Specifications .....................191

START/STOP

Body ................................ 7

Grip ...............................10

STATUS CHECK ..............164

Status check........................123

STEADYSHOT ................. 151

STREAMING .............. 97, 163

Streaming............................. 97

SUMMERTIME ................ 165

SUPER SLOW MOTION.... 65

Super Slow Motion .............. 65

Supplied items...................... 19

SYSTEM menu.................. 164

TC FORMAT..................... 162

TC MAKE.......................... 163

TC PRESET ............... 112, 171

TC RUN............................. 162

TC/UB DISPLAY.............. 162

TC/UB SET menu.............. 162

Telephoto ............................. 43

THUMBNAIL ............... 7, 119

TONE................................. 152

Trademark.......................... 197

Troubleshooting ................. 168

TV ...................................... 124

UB PRESET ...................... 112

UB TIME REC .................. 163

USB CONNECT................ 166

USB LUN SET .................. 167

Using your camcorder abroad

........................................... 184

Variable mode...................... 53

VERSION DISPLAY ........ 167

VF COLOR TEMP. ........... 161

VF/LCD PANEL ............... 161

VIDEO OUT...................... 153

Viewfinder ........................... 35

diopter adjustment dial

...................................... 35

VOLUME .......................... 155

Volume.........................84, 121

Warning indicators .............176

Warning messages..............177

WB OUTDOOR LEVEL ...149

WB PRESET......................149

WB SET ...............................56

WB SHIFT .........................109

WB TEMP SET..................149

White balance.......................55

WHT BAL............................56

Wi-Fi function ......................87

Wi-Fi SET ..........................163

Wide angle............................43

Wired LAN........................... 96

WIRED LAN SET .............163

Wireless LAN.......................92

Wireless Remote Commander,

see Remote control

XAVC HD....................48, 186

XAVC QFHD...............48, 186

XLR AGC LINK................156

XLR SET............................156

ZEBRA.......................158, 171

Zebra.....................................54

Zoom ....................................43

ZOOM DISPLAY .............. 160

Zoom lever ...........................43

Zoom ring.............................44

ZOOM SET........................150

Index (continued)

197

Trademarks

• “XDCAM” logo is a trademark of Sony

Corporation.

• “XAVC” and are registered trademarks

of Sony Corporation.

• “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD

Progressive” logotype are trademarks of

Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

• “Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick

Duo,” , “Memory Stick

PRO Duo,” , “Memory

Stick PRO-HG Duo,” and “MagicGate” are

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks

of Dolby Laboratories.

• iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• iOS is a registered trademark or trademark of

Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the

United States and certain other countries.

• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition

Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI

Licensing LLC in the United States and other

countries.

• Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks or

registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its

subsidiaries in the United States and other

countries.

• Android and Google Play are trademarks or

registered trademarks of Google Inc.

• Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi logo, and Wi-Fi Protected

Setup are trademarks or registered trademarks of

the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• The N-Mark is a trademark or registered

trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United

States and in other countries.

• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are

either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United

States and/or other countries.

• The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

All other product names mentioned herein may be

the trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies. Trademarked items are not

indicated by ® or ™ symbols in this manual.

Notes on the License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE

AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR

THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR

OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT

RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO

(i)ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH

THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”)

AND/OR

(ii)DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS

ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN

A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS

OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER

LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO.

NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE

IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE

OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE

<HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM>

Software is installed in your camcorder. We

provide this software based on the license

agreements of the copyright owners. Based on

requests by the owners of copyright of these

software applications, we have an obligation to

inform you of the following.

Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal

memory of your product. Establish a Mass

Storage connection between the product and a

computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” -

“LICENSE” folder.

198

On GNU GPL/LGPL applied software

The software that is eligible for the following

GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred

to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public

License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”) are

included in the product.

This informs you that you have a right to have

access to, modify, and redistribute source code for

these software programs under the conditions of

the supplied GPL/LGPL.

Source code is provided on the web. Use the

following URL to download it.

http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/

We would prefer you do not contact us about the

contents of source code.

Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal

memory of your product. Establish a Mass

Storage connection between the product and a

computer to read licenses in the “PMHOME” -

“LICENSE” folder.

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http://www.sony.net/