Sony PMWEX30 Operating Instructions Manual

Printed on recycled paper. 3-879-701-12(1) © 2008 Sony Corporation Solid-State Memory Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. PMW-EX30

electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CAUTION The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as book case or built-in cabinet. WARNING The supplied AC adaptor has no power switch. When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket- outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. In order to use this product safely, avoid prolonged listening at excessive sound pressure levels. IMPORTANT The nameplate is located on the bottom. For the customers in the U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For the customers in Europe This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards: • EN60065: Product Safety (AC Adaptor) • EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference(Emission) • EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility(Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments: WARNING

light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio) The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate. For the customers in Taiwan only Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié. ATTENTION Eviter d’exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des éclaboussures. Ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide, comme un vase, sur l’appareil. Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré. AVERTISSEMENT L’adaptateur CA fourni ne possède pas d’interrupteur d’alimentation. Lors de l’installation de l’appareil, incorporer un dispositif de coupure dans le câblage fixe ou brancher la fiche d’alimentation dans une prise murale facilement accessible proche de l’appareil. En cas de problème lors du fonctionnement de l’appareil, enclencher le dispositif de coupure d’alimentation ou débrancher la fiche d’alimentation. Une pression acoustique excessive en provenance des écouteurs ou du casque peut provoquer une baisse de l'acuité auditive. Pour utiliser ce produit en toute sécurité, évitez l'écoute prolongée à des pressions sonores excessives. AVERTISSEMENT

l’appareil. Pour les clients en Europe Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) et à la Directive sur les basses tensions émises par la Commission de la Communauté Européenne. La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes : • EN60065 : Sécurité des produits (adaptateur CA) • EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission) • EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision). Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés. Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. VORSICHT Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassergeschützt. Es dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B. Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden. Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z.B. in Bücherregalen oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung gewährleistet ist. WARNUNG Das mitgelieferte Netzteil hat keinen Netzschalter. Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Festkabel ein leicht zugänglicher Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder der Netzstecker muss mit einer in der Nähe des Geräts befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen Wandsteckdose verbunden werden. Wenn während des Betriebs eine Funktionsstörung auftritt, ist der Unterbrecher zu betätigen bzw. der Netzstecker abzuziehen, damit die WARNUNG

unterbrochen wird. Zu hoher Schalldruck von Ohrhörern und Kopfhörern kann Gehörschäden verursachen. Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden, vermeiden Sie längeres Hören bei sehr hohen Schalldruckpegeln. WICHTIG Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes. Für Kunden in Europa Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE- Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV- Richtlinie sowie die Niederspannungsrichtlinie der EG- Kommission. Angewandte Normen: • EN60065: Sicherheitsbestimmungen (Netzteil) • EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung) • EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit) Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio). Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften. Für Kunden in Deutschland Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen beim Handel oder den Kommunen. Entladen sind Batterien in der Regel dann, wenn das Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert „Batterie leer“ oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer der Batterien „nicht mehr einwandfrei funktioniert“. Um sicherzugehen, kleben Sie die Batteriepole z.B. mit einem Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die Batterien einzeln in einen Plastikbeutel.

Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features .................................................................................10 Using the CD-ROM ..............................................................13 Reading the CD-ROM manuals ......................................13 System requirements for using the applications .............13 Software installation .......................................................14 Names and Functions of Parts..............................................15 Front panel.......................................................................15 Rear panel ........................................................................24 IR remote commander (supplied) ....................................26 Chapter 2 Preparations Starting the Unit ...................................................................28 Connecting the unit to a power source ..........................28 Starting the unit ...............................................................28 Setting the Clock ...................................................................29 Adjusting the LCD Display ..................................................30 Video Format and Input/Output Signals ............................31 Setting the video format ..................................................31 Video format and output signals......................................32 Time Data Handled by This Unit ........................................35 Displaying the time data .................................................35 Handling SxS Memory Cards ..............................................36 About SxS Memory Cards ..............................................36 Inserting/removing an SxS memory card .......................37 Switching between SxS memory cards ...........................38 Formatting an SxS memory card ....................................39 Checking the remaining time available for recording ....39 Restoring an SxS memory card ......................................40 Using the PHU-60K (Optional) ............................................41 Connecting/removing the PHU connection cable ...........41 Formatting the PHU-60K ...............................................41 Checking the remaining time available for recording ....42 Restoring the PHU-60K ..................................................42 Using the IR Remote Commander (Supplied) ...................43

Placing the Unit in a Vertical Position ................................44 Superimposed Text Information .........................................45 Turning superimposed text on and off ............................45 Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Recording ...............................................................................46 Settings for recording .....................................................46 Recording operation ........................................................48 Recording shot marks .....................................................49 Playback .................................................................................50 Settings for playback ......................................................50 Playback operation ..........................................................50 Chapter 4 Clip Operations Playing Back Clips ................................................................52 Thumbnail screen ............................................................52 Playing back the selected and subsequent clips ..............54 Playing back a clip repeatedly ........................................55 Clip Operations .....................................................................56 Clip Operation menus .....................................................56 Basic operations of the Clip Operation menus ...............56 Displaying the detailed information of a clip ..................57 Adding the OK mark to a clip .........................................58 Copying a clip .................................................................59 Deleting a clip .................................................................59 Displaying the EXPAND CLIP screen ...........................60 Displaying the SHOT MARK screen .............................62 Adding/deleting shot marks ............................................63 Changing the index frame ...............................................64 Dividing a clip ................................................................64 Chapter 5 Setting and Recording Time Data Recording Timecode and User Bit Data .............................65 Setting the timecode initial value and user bit data (Preset mode) ..............................................................................65 Recording timecode to continue from previously recorded timecode (Regen mode) ..................................................66 Synchronizing the internal timecode generator to an

external timecode —External synchronization (Ext regen mode) ..............................................................................66 Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications Connecting External Video Monitors .................................68 Operating Clips with a Computer .......................................70 Connecting an External Device with the HD SDI Connector .................................................................................................72 Dubbing clips ..................................................................72 Configuring a live recording system ...............................73 Connecting an External Device with the i.LINK Connector .................................................................................................75 Dubbing clips ..................................................................75 Recording an input signal from an external device ........76 Nonlinear editing ............................................................77 Chapter 7 Status Display Showing the Status Display ..................................................79 Audio Status Screen ..............................................................80 Video Status Screen ..............................................................80 Remote/Media Status Screen ...............................................81 Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Overview of the Setup Menus ..............................................82 Setup menu configuration ...............................................82 Setup menu layers ...........................................................82 Basic Menu Operations ........................................................83 Setup Menu List.....................................................................86 AUDIO SET menu ..........................................................86 VIDEO SET menu...........................................................87 LCD SET menu ...............................................................89 TC/UB SET menu............................................................90 OTHERS menu................................................................91 Appendix Important Notes on Operation ............................................95 Periodic Maintenance ...........................................................96 Digital hours meter .........................................................96

Troubleshooting.....................................................................97 Alarm messages ..............................................................99 Error messages ..............................................................100 About i.LINK .....................................................................102 Specifications .......................................................................103 MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ..........................106 AVC Patent Portfolio License ............................................107 VC-1 Patent Portfolio License ...........................................107 Index .....................................................................................108

Overview Features The PMW-EX30 is a highly compact, high- performance XDCAM EX 1) series memory recorder that uses SxS1) memory cards as recording media. Like PMW-EX series camcorders, the PMW-EX30 can record and play back 1920 ×1080 HD video and high-quality uncompressed audio. A New Generation of HD Recording System New nonlinear recording media Using SxS memory cards, the PMW-EX30 offers nonlinear capabilities such as instant random access and file-based operation. HD recording using the “MPEG-2 Long GOP” codec The PMW-EX30 records 1920 × 1080 HD images using “MPEG-2 Long GOP” codec compression. This mature “MPEG-2 Long GOP” codec, which is also adopted in the XDCAM 1) HD and HDV 2) 1080i series of products, enables you to record stunning- quality HD video and audio. Selectable bit rates The PMW-EX30 offers a choice of bit rates: either 35 Mbps (HQ mode) or 25 Mbps (SP mode), depending on the desired picture quality and recording time. Long recording time By utilizing an efficient compression format, the PMW-EX30 records high- quality HD images for long recording time of approx. 100 minutes in HQ mode (35 Mbps VBR) or approx. 140 minutes in SP mode (25 Mbps CBR) on a single 32-GB SxS memory card. Equipped with two SxS memory card slots, the PMW-EX30 makes transition seamless without any frame loss, when recording is done across two cards. Multiple-format recording The PMW-EX30 offers a wide array of recording formats for multiple content creation applications. • Progressive scanning: 720/50P, 720/ 59.94P, 1080/23.98P, 1080/25P, or 1080/ 29.97P • Interlace scanning: 1080/50i or 1080/ 59.94i SxS memory cards can simultaneously hold multiple files of any of these recording formats, allowing for flexible use of the memory cards. High-quality uncompressed audio recording To provide matching audio for HD video, the PMW-EX30 can record high-quality, two-channel 16-bit, 48-kHz linear PCM uncompressed audio. IT friendly The file-based recording in MP4 format allows material to be handled with great flexibility in an IT-based environment, thus making it easily available for copying, transferring, sharing, and archiving.

Immediate start of recording In recording on flash memory cards, the PMW-EX30 makes each new recording on an empty area of the card. This is extremely convenient, as the user need not worry about accidentally recording over good takes or search through the existing recording for the correct position to start the next recording. Instant-access thumbnail display with “Expand” function Each time a recording is started and stopped on the PMW-EX30, the video and audio signals are recorded as one clip. On the thumbnail screen, thumbnails are automatically generated for each clip as a visual reference, allowing the user to cue up to a desired scene simply by guiding the cursor to a thumbnail. For further convenience, the “Expand” function allows one selected clip on the thumbnail screen to be divided into 12 equal time intervals, each with its own thumbnail identifier. This is useful if you wish to quickly search for a particular scene within a lengthy clip. A variety of functions and designs for high operability High-performance down- conversion function When a clip recorded in HD format is played back on the PMW-EX30, the reproduced HD signal can be down- converted and output. This capability allows the unit to be used with an SD system (comprising, for example, an SD nonlinear editor, an SD video monitor, and an SD video recorder). The output display mode (aspect ratio) can be selected from among squeeze, letterbox, and edge crop (side cut). Variety of Interfaces • HD SDI: For input/output of HD digital video, and embedded audio signals and timecode. • SD SDI: For output of SD component digital video, and embedded audio signals and timecode. • i.LINK 1): For input/output of HDV streams and output of DVCAM streams. • HDMI: For output of HD and SD digital video and audio signals. • COMPONENT: For output of HD and SD analog component video signals. • S-VIDEO: For output of SD analog Y/C signals. • COMPOSITE: For output of SD analog composite video signals. • AUDIO: For input/output of analog audio signals. • USB: Allows a computer with the Clip Browsing Software installed from the supplied CD-ROM to be used for file access to the SxS memory card (read/ write) inserted in the unit. Repeat playback You can perform automatic repeat playback for any clip. Unlike tape, memory cards can return to the first frame as soon as the last frame is played, and therefore this function is ideal for presentations with a need for looping content. Front panel design allowing for VCR-like operation The front panel design basically follows that of common VCRs: control buttons such as PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, and REC, input selection switches, audio recording level control knobs, and cursor buttons to handle thumbnail images and menus are all located on the front panel. When you operate this unit, you will feel like you are operating a familiar VCR.

16:9 color LCD monitor (LCD display) The PMW-EX30 is equipped with a 3.5- inch color LCD of 16:9 aspect ratio, allowing you to easily monitor the video currently being recorded or played back. The LCD monitor can also display setup menu contents, audio level meters, and various status information superimposed on the video. Vertically installable, compact size body The half-rack size body width allows the PMW-EX30 unit to be neatly housed in a rack by, for example, placing it on top of an HDV deck or placing the two side by side. You can also use the supplied supporting feet to place the unit in a vertical position near a computer monitor or the like. 1) Sony, XDCAM, XDCAM EX, SxS, i.LINK, and Remote Commander are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 2) HDV is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. XDCAM EX web sites For information on XDCAM EX, visit the following web sites: United States http://www.sony.com/xdcamex Canada http://www.sony.ca/xdcamex Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Russia http://www.sonybiz.net/xdcamex Latin America http://www.sonypro-latin.com/xdcamex Australia www.sony.com.au/xdcamex Asia (except Korea, China, and Japan) http://pro.sony.com.hk Korea http://bp.sony.co.kr/xdcamex China http://pro.sony.com.cn/minisite/ XDCAMEX Japan http://www.sony.co.jp/XDCAMEX

Chapter 1 Overview Using the CD- ROM Two CD-ROMs are supplied with the PMW-EX30. The CD-ROM labeled “Manuals for Solid- State Memory Recorder” contains the pdf files of the Operating Instructions for the PMW-EX30 (Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Chinese). The CD-ROM labeled “Utility Software for Solid-State Memory Camcorder and Recorder” contains the following software. SxS Device Driver Software Driver for using SxS memory cards with a computer having an ExpressCard slot. Information on installation of the software is included in the ReadMe (Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese) in PDF format. XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software Application program for operating clips recorded with XDCAM EX-series models on a computer. Information on installation and operations of the software is included in the User’s Guide (Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese) in PDF format. Reading the CD-ROM manuals Preparations The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the operation manuals contained on the CD-ROM. Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher 1) If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/ 1) Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. To read the documents Do the following: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM. 2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read. This opens the PDF file. The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the latest version you can download from the URL mentioned in “Preparations” above. If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony service representative. System requirements for using the applications The following operating conditions are recommended for using the software recorded on the CD-ROM: Memo Memo Note

Chapter 1 Overview SxS Device Driver Software Applicable hardware Computer conforming to ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 OS Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista, or Mac OS X v10.4.9 or later For support information on the driver, refer to the following URL: http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/ XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software OS Microsoft Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit version), Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 or later (32-bit version), or Mac OS X v10.4.11 or later/v10.5.1 or later CPU Windows: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0 GHz or higher is recommended) Macintosh: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.4 GHz or higher is recommended) Memory 1 GB or more (2 GB or more is recommended) • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Intel Core and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S States and other countries. Software installation Do the following to install the software on the CD-ROM on your computer: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM. 2 Select and click on the software that you wish to install. The installer for the software starts up. Follow the displayed instructions: For details, refer to the User’s Guide or ReadMe of the software. Uninstalling an application program Windows computer Choose “Start”, “Control Panel” then “Add or Remove Programs” and specify the program to be deleted. Macintosh computer Drop the folder of the software (default: /Application/XDCAM EX Clip Browser) into Trash.

Chapter 1 Overview Names and Functions of Parts Front panel REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END 1 Power button and indicator (1) 2 Infrared sensor 3 DISPLAY button 4 MENU button 5 M, m, <, , buttons 6 SET button 7 CANCEL button 8 THUMBNAIL button 9 TC/UB button 0 STATUS button

Chapter 1 Overview a Power button and indicator (1) When this unit is connected to an AC power source via the supplied MPA-AC1 AC Adaptor (see page 28), the indicator lights in red. (The unit is in the standby state.) Pressing the power button with the indicator lit in red starts the unit. The indicator lights in green. Pressing the power button again after the start-up completes brings the unit into the standby state (with the indicator lit in red). To exit the standby state, remove the AC power source. b Infrared sensor This receives signals from the supplied IR remote commander. c DISPLAY button While recording, E-E, or playback picture is displayed, pressing this button provides the LCD display and the external monitor screen with superimposed text information including timecode, menu settings, and alarm messages. Press the button again to cancel the superimposition. d MENU button Press this button to display the menu on the LCD display and the external monitor screen. Press it again to exit the menu display. On how to use the menu, see Chapter 8 “Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings” (page 82). REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END 1 Audio input level control section (see page 17) 2 Video/audio input selection section (see page 18) 3 LCD display (see page 18) 4 Headphones connection section (see page 21) 5 Recording/playback control section (see page 21) 6 Card slot section (see page 22)

Chapter 1 Overview e <, ,, M, m buttons Use these buttons to move around the menu items, to select clips in a thumbnail screen, and also to set the initial timecode value and user bit data. They can also be used for normal playback operations. f SET button Press this button to confirm menu and thumbnail settings, and to execute operations. Pressing this button with a still picture displayed in pause mode calls the Clip Operation menu. g CANCEL button Press this button to cancel menu and thumbnail settings, and to abort operations. h THUMBNAIL button Press this button to display a thumbnail screen on the LCD display and the external monitor screen. Pressing the button again displays only the clips marked OK on the thumbnail screen. Each press of the button switches between the thumbnail screen for all clips and that for OK clips. On how to use the thumbnail screen, see “Thumbnail screen” (page 52). i TC (timecode) /UB (user bit) button Each press of this button switches the time data type indicator (see page 19) on the LCD display and the external monitor screen. j STATUS button Press this button to show the status display on the LCD display and the external monitor screen. Press it again to exit the status display. For details on the status screens, see Chapter 7 “Status Display” (page 79). A Audio input level control section Press this button to show the status screens. Press it again to exit the status display. a REC LEVEL CH-1 (recording audio level of channel 1) control b REC LEVEL CH-2 (recording audio level of channel 2) control When “Rec Level” in “Audio Input” of the AUDIO SET menu is set to “Manual” (see page 86), use these controls to adjust the recording level of the two-channel audio signal input to the HD SDI INPUT connector or the AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors. Watching the audio level meters (see page 20) displayed on the LCD display and the external monitor screen, adjust the level so that the meter does not indicate higher values than 0 dB when the audio signal is at its maximum. When the level exceeds 0 dB, the “OVER” indicator lights. When recording HDV-format signals input to the HDV/DV connector, it is not possible to adjust the audio recording levels with these controls. Note REC LEVEL CH-1 CH-2 1 REC LEVEL CH-1 control 2 REC LEVEL CH-2 control

Chapter 1 Overview B Video/audio input selection section a VIDEO INPUT switch Use this switch to select the video signal to record. i.LINK: To record HDV-format signals input to the HDV/DV connector HD SDI: To record HDSDI signals input to the HD SDI connector SG: Internal test signal (100% full color bar) b AUDIO INPUT switch When the VIDEO INPUT switch is set to HD SDI or SG, use this switch to select the audio signal to record. ANALOG: To record analog audio signals input to the AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors HD SDI CH-1/2: To record channels 1 and 2 of digital audio signals embedded in the HDSDI signals input to the HD SDI INPUT connector HD SDI CH-3/4: To record channels 3 and 4 of digital audio signals embedded in the HDSDI signals input to the HD SDI INPUT connector C LCD display Displays recording, E-E, and playback pictures, the menu (see page 82), status screens (see page 79), and a thumbnail screen (see page 52). Pressing the DISPLAY button to enable superimposition provides text information shown in the following figure on recording, E-E, and playback pictures. Alarm/error messages and notice/confirmation messages (shown in 7 and 0) are displayed, if required, regardless of the DISPLAY button status. Those information can be superimposed on the output signals (see page 45) from the HDMI, COMPONENT, COMPOSITE, S- VIDEO, and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors so that you can check them on the external monitor screen. In Chapter 2 and following of this manual, both the LCD display of this unit and an external monitor screen are referred to collectively as the “monitor screen”. VIDEO INPUT iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 1 VIDEO INPUT switch 2 AUDIO INPUT switch

Chapter 1 Overview a DC IN voltage indication Indicates the voltage of the power source input the DC IN connector. b Operation mode Indicates the current operating modes. c Media status indication Indicates which card slot is active when SxS memory cards are installed in both slots A and B. d Time data indication Indicates the time data type indicator and timecode or user bit. Each press of the TC/UB button switches the time data type indicator as follows. • In recording or E-E mode TCG: Timecode generated by the timecode generator UBG: User bits generated by the timecode generator • During playback TCR: Timecode read by the timecode reader UBR: User bits read by the timecode reader DC IN12.0V REC A: 25min Madia Near full B: 50min Restore Media (B) Done TCG 00:00:00:00 HQ 1080/24P HD-SDI in CH1 CH2 PRV NXT 1 DC IN voltage indication 2 Operation mode 3 Media status indication 4 Time data indication 8 Media remaining indication (in recording/E-E mode) 7 Alarm/error message area 0 Notice/confirmation message area qa Operation guidance area (during playback) 9 Audio level meters 6 Video input signal indication (in recording/ E-E mode) 5 Video format indication (in recording/E-E mode) Clip No. and total number of clips indication (during playback) Memory card in slot A is active. Memory card in slot B is active.

Chapter 1 Overview This unit allows setting of timecode and user bit data when an HDSDI signal or the internal test signal is recorded. When an HDV signal input to the HDV/DV connector is recorded, the timecode and user bit data embedded in the input signal are recorded as they are. (The corresponding time data type indicators are TCR and UBR, respectively.) e Video format indication (in recording/E-E mode)/Clip No. and total number of clips indication (during playback) In recording or E-E mode, indicates the current video format. The video format consists of bit rate (HQ or SP), number of effective lines, frame rate, and scan system (i or P). During playback, indicates the number of the clip played back currently and the total number of clips. f Video input signal indication (in recording/E-E mode) Indicates the input signal selected with the VIDEO INPUT switch. g Alarm/error message area An alarm message is displayed in such a case that the remaining space on the memory card is insufficient. An error message is also displayed in this area. (Those messages are displayed regardless of the state of the DISPLAY button.) h Media remaining indication (in recording/E-E mode) Indicates the time remaining for the SxS memory cards loaded in the card slots. The available time for recording with the current video format (recording bit rate) is calculated according to the remaining space of each card and indicated in time units of minutes. A icon appears if the memory card is write-protected. i Audio level meters Indicates audio peak levels. When the reference audio signals is output (see page 47), –20 is marked on each meter and –10 dBu signals are output from the AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1and CH-2 connectos. j Notice/confirmation message area Progress messages, completion messages or messages prompting the next action and confirmation are displayed regardless of the DISPLAY button status. k Operation guidance area (during playback) Current functions of the <, ,, M, m buttons are displayed. Functions assigned to the PUSH SET button of the IR remote commander are also displayed when the remote control function is active. Note Note Guide marks Functions M 4-times playback in forward direction < 15-times playback in forward direction m 4-times playback in reverse direction , 15-times playback in reverse direction B Normal playback X Pause PRV Jump to the top of the current clip

Chapter 1 Overview D Headphones connection section a PHONES (headphones) jack (stereo- mini) Connect stereo headphones to the jack for audio monitoring during recording and playback. A channel to monitor can be selected by changing the setting of “Monitor CH” (see page 87) in the “Audio Set” setting of the AUDIO SET menu. During playback, also change the “Output CH” setting (see page 87) as required. b PHONES LEVEL (headphones volume) buttons Adjust the volume of the audio output from the PHONES jack. Press the + button to turn up the volume and press the – button to turn down the volume. During adjustment, a volume meter appears on the LCD display and an external monitor screen. The meter display is displayed for about three seconds after the adjustment completes. E Recording/playback control section a F REV (fast reverse) button and indicator Use this button for high-speed playback (with audio muted) in the reverse direction. Each time you press the button, the playback speed switches between 4 times and 15 times normal speed. To return to NXT Jump to the top of the next clip Guide marks Functions PHONES PHONE LEVEL 2 PHONES LEVEL buttons 1 PHONES jack F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u PREV . NEXT > F FWD M STOP x REC z TOP END 1 F REV button and indicator 2 PREV button and indicator 3 NEXT button and indicator 4 F FWD button and indicator 5 PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator 6 STOP button 7 REC button and indicator

Chapter 1 Overview normal playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Pressing the PREV button and F REV button simultaneously cues up the top of the first-recorded clip on the memory card (TOP button function). During the F REV button is active, the indicator at the upper of the button is lit. b PREV (previous clip jump) button and indicator When you press the button in normal or high-speed playback, the top of the current clip is cued up then playback begins. When you press the button in fast-reverse playback or in pause mode, the top of the current clip is cued up, then the still picture is displayed. Repeated pressing of the button cues up the previous clips one by one. Pressing the PREV button and F REV button simultaneously cues up the top of the first-recorded clip on the memory card (TOP button function). During the PREV button is active, the indicator at the upper of the button is lit. c NEXT (next clip jump) button and indicator When you press the button in normal or high-speed playback, the top of the next clip is cued up then playback begins. When you press the button in fast-reverse playback or in pause mode, the top of the next clip is cued up, then the still picture is displayed. Repeated pressing of the button cues up the subsequent clips one by one. Pressing the F FWD button and NEXT button simultaneously cues up the top of the last-recorded clip on the memory card (END button function). During the NEXT button is active, the indicator at the upper of the button is lit. d F FWD (fast forward) button and indicator Use this button for high-speed playback (with audio muted) in the forward direction. Each time you press the button, the playback speed switches between 4 times and 15 times normal speed. To return to normal playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Pressing the F FWD button and NEXT button simultaneously cues up the top of the last-recorded clip on the memory card (END button function). During the F FWD button is active, the indicator at the upper of the button is lit. e PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator Each time you press the button toggles between normal playback and still picture playback (in pause mode). The indicator at the upper of the button is lit during normal playback and blinks in pause mode. f STOP button Press this button to stop the current playback or recording operation. This unit enters E-E mode. g REC (record) button and indicator Press this button to start recording to the SxS memory card(s). The indicator at the upper of the button is lit during normal recording and blinks when the video format of the input signal does not match with the video format set on this unit or when abnormality in recording is detected. F Card slot section For details on SxS memory cards, see “Handling SxS Memory Cards” (page 36).

Chapter 1 Overview a ACCESS lamps When an SxS memory card is inserted into one of the slot, the ACCESS lamp at the slot lights in red then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use. Card slots A and B are accompanied by the respective ACCESS lamps to indicate their statuses. b SxS memory card slots Insert SxS memory cards into the slots. c EJECT buttons Press one of the EJECT button to release the lock, then pull the button out. Press the button again to remove the SxS memory card. d SLOT SELECT (SxS memory card select) button When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press this button to select the card you wish to use. The SLOT SELECT button is disabled while playback is in progress, that is, switching is not executed even if you press the button. On the other hand, the button is enabled while a thumbnail screen is displayed. Note A B ACCESS 4 SLOT SELECT button 3 EJECT button 2 SxS memory card slots 1 ACCESS lamps

Chapter 1 Overview Rear panel a AUDIO INPUT LEVEL switch Depending on the connector of the device connected to the AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors, set the audio input level as follows. For an XLR connector: +4 or –2 For a phono jack: –10 The following table shows the relation between the switch position and maximum audio level available. 1 AUDIO INPUT LEVEL switch 2 AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors 3 AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/3 and CH-2/4 connectors 4 COMPOSITE connector 5 S-VIDEO connector 7 DC IN connector 8 HDMI connector 9 HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connector 0 HD SDI INPUT connector qa USB connector ( ) qs HDV/DV connector 6 COMPONENT connectors Position Audio level –10 +10 dBu –2 +18 dBu +4 +24 dBu

Chapter 1 Overview b AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 (channels 1 and 2) connectors (phono jacks) Input analog audio signals to the CH-1 and CH-2 connectors. Set the input level with the AUDIO INPUT LEVEL switch to –10, –2, or +4 dBu. c AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/3 and CH-2/ 4 (channels 1 and 3, channels 2 and 4) connectors (phono jacks) Output analog audio signals from the CH-1/ 3 and CH-2/4 connectors. Output channels can be selected by changing the “Monitor CH” setting (see page 87) and the “Output CH” setting (see page 87) of the AUDIO SET menu. In recording or E-E mode, audio signals of channels 1 and 2 are output. (Channels 3 and 4 can be selected when 4-channel material is played back.) d COMPOSITE connector (BNC type) Outputs down-converted SD analog composite video signals. Setting “CMPST/ S Out Display” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. e S-VIDEO connector (mini-DIN 4- pin) Outputs Y/C separated signals. Setting “CMPST/ S Out Display” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. f COMPONENT connectors (BNC type) Output HD analog component signals or down-converted SD analog component signals from the Y, Pb/B–Y, and Pr/R–Y connectors. Select the video format of the output signals with “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” (see page 87) of the VIDEO SET menu. Setting “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. The output format is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM”. g DC IN (DC power source input) connector (3-pin, Type 4) Plugs the DC power cord to connect the supplied MPA-AC1 AC Adaptor. h HDMI connector (Type A 19-pin) Select the video format of the output signals with “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” (see page 87) of the VIDEO SET menu. Setting “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. The output format is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM”. Note Note Note

Chapter 1 Overview i HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connector (BNC type) Outputs HDSDI signals or down-converted SDSDI signals. Audio signals and timecode are embedded in the SDI signals. Select the video format of the output signals with “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” (see page 87) of the VIDEO SET menu. Setting “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. The output format is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM”. j HD SDI INPUT connector (BNC type) Input HDSDI signals. When the video format of the input signal does not match with the video format set on this unit, recorded and E-E pictures cannot be displayed. Match the video format of the input signal with this unit’s video format. k USB connector ( ) (mini-B/USB 2.0) Connect a computer to access the data of the SxS memory card loaded on this unit. l HDV/DV (HDV or DVCAM input/ output) connector (6-pin, IEEE1394, S400) Allows input and output of the HDV-format digital video and audio and output of down- converted DVCAM signals. Select the output format with the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu. Setting “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” superimposes the same text information as that displayed on the LCD display on the output signals from this connector. • If the unit is connected to a device equipped with a 6-pin HDV/DV jack, when you intend to disconnect or reconnect the i.LINK cable, turn off the device and pull out the plug of its power cord from the AC outlet beforehand. If you connect or disconnect the i.LINK cable while the device is connected to the AC outlet, a high-voltage (8 to 40 V) current output from the HDV/DV jack of the device flows into this unit, which may cause a malfunction to the unit. • When connecting a device that has a 6- pin HDV/DV jack to this unit, first plug the cable into the 6-pin HDV/DV jack of the device. IR remote commander (supplied) When you use the IR remote commander, see “Using the IR Remote Commander (Supplied)” (page 43). Note Note Notes

Chapter 1 Overview a ZOOM T/W buttons Do not function with this unit. b SHOTMARK1 and 2 buttons Press during recording or playback to record shot mark 1 or shot mark 2. c THUMBNAIL button Has the same function with the THUMBNAIL button (see page 17) on this unit. d PREV (previous clip jump) button Has the same function with the PREV button (see page 22) on this unit. e F REV (fast reverse) button Has the same function with the F REV button (see page 21) on this unit. f PLAY/PAUSE button Has the same function with the PLAY/ PAUSE button (see page 22) on this unit. g REC (recording) buttons Press the z button and unmarked button (safety button) simultaneously to start recording. h REC PAUSE (recording pause) buttons Press the X button and unmarked button (safety button) simultaneously to stop recording. i PUSH SET (four-way arrow key) button Has the same function with the M, m, <, , buttons (see page 17) and SET button (see page 17) on this unit. j NEXT (next clip jump) button Has the same function with the NEXT button (see page 22) on this unit. k STOP button Press this button to stop playback. The unit enters E-E mode. Do not use this button to stop recording. Use the REC PAUSE buttons to stop recording. l F FWD (fast forward) button Has the same function with the F FWD button (see page 22) on this unit. m PUSH AF button Does not function with this unit. 1 2 T ZOOM PUSH SET SHOTMARK SUB CLIP THUMBNAIL PLAY/PAUSE STOP PUSH AF REC PAUSE REC W . m z > M X x u FFWD FREV PREV NEXT 9 PUSH SET button 1 ZOOM T/W buttons 2 SHOTMARK1 and 2 buttons 3 THUMBNAIL button 4 PREV button 5 F REV button 6 PLAY/PAUSE button 7 REC buttons 8 REC PAUSE buttons 0 NEXT button qa STOP button qs F FWD button qd PUSH AF button Note

Chapter 2 Preparations Preparations Starting the Unit When you use this unit for the first time after purchasing, the initial settings are required (see page 28). Connecting the unit to a power source Use the supplied MPA-AC1 AC Adaptor to connect the unit an AC power source. When this unit is supplied with power, the power indicator on the front panel lights in red. (The unit enters the standby state.) Starting the unit To start this unit, press the power button with the power indicator lit in red (when the unit is in the standby state). No signal is output from the COMPONENT, COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, HDMI, HD/SD SDI OUTPUT, and HDV/ DV connectors until the start-up completes. When the start-up of the unit is completed, the power indicator lights in green. When the initial setting display appears on the LCD display The initial setting display appears on the LCD display in the following situations. • When turning on the unit for the first time • When turning on the unit after the clock setting is cleared because of exhaustion of the backup battery while no operation power was being supplied (no AC power connection) For details on the initial settings, see “Setting the Clock” (page 29). DC IN MPA-AC1 AC Adaptor (supplied) To an AC power source AC power cord (supplied) DC power cord (supplied) Note REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END Power indicator Power button VIDEO INPUT switch LCD display

Chapter 2 Preparations While the initial setting display is shown, no other operation except turning the power off is permitted until you finish the setting for this display. When the initial setting display is not shown or the initial settings are completed, the LCD display state varies as follows. With no SxS memory card loaded: The video selected with the VIDEO INPUT switch is shown. If the selected video is not input, a blue or black screen appears. With an accessible SxS memory card loaded: Index frame images of the clips recorded on the memory card are shown as thumbnails (thumbnail screen). To turn the power off Press the power button again. The power indicator on the front panel lights in red. (The unit enters the standby state.) To exit the standby state, disconnect the AC power source (see page 28). Setting the Clock When the initial setting display appears on the LCD display, Set the date and time of the built-in clock, using this display. Time Zone The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Change the setting if needed (see page 28). To set the time and date 1 Press the M or m button to set the cursor to “Date/Time” then press the SET button. The cursor moves to the year-setting column. Note INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 2008/01/01 00:00:00 Fi nish REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END SET button MENU button CANCEL button <, ,, M, m buttons Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 2007/01/01 00:00:00 SET Fi nish INITIAL SETTING 2008/01/01 00:00:00 SET

Chapter 2 Preparations 2 Press the M or m button to set the year then press the < or , button. The cursor moves to the month-setting column. 3 Set the month, day, hour, minute, and second in sequence in the same manner. 4 Press the SET button at “SET”. The cursor moves back to “Date/ Time”. 5 Press the M or m button to move the cursor to “Finish” then press the SET button. The initial setting display disappears, and the clock setting is completed. The time zone and date/time settings can be changed later using “Time Zone” (see page 91) and “Clock Set” (see page 92) of the OTHERS menu. Adjusting the LCD Display You can adjust the display conditions of the LCD display for the best view in various situations. These adjustments of the LCD display have no effect on pictures being recorded. To adjust the color density, contrast, and brightness These adjustments can be made using the LCD SET menu. Press the MENU button to display the menu icons. Display the select LCD SET menu with the LCD SET menu icon, and use the <, ,, M or m button to select “LCD” from the menu. Set the color density, contrast and brightness of the LCD display with the corresponding LCD SET menu items: Color, Contrast, and Brightness. For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” (page 83). To adjust the backlight Use the LCD SET menu. Select “LCD” from the LCD SET menu and change the “Back Light” setting. 00:00 LCD LCD SET Color Cont rast Br ightness Back Light : 0 : 0 : 0 : 0 : 0 B LCD SET menu icon

Chapter 2 Preparations Video Format and Input/Output Signals The video format to be used on this unit can be set with “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu. When the unit is used for recording, it is required to input a signal conforming to the video format set on the unit. In recording or E-E mode, the type and format of the output signal vary depending on the input video format and the “HDMI/ CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” setting of the VIDEO SET menu. When this unit is used for playback, the format of the output signal varies depending on the “HDMI/CMPNT/ SDI Out SEL” setting of the VIDEO SET menu and the video format in which the clip was recorded on the SxS memory card. Setting the video format The video format is determined by bit rate (HQ or SP), number of effective lines, frame rate, and scan system (i or P). Set “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu to a desired video format. 00:00 LCD LCD SET Color Cont rast Br ightness Back Light : 0 : 0 : 0 : 0 : 0 B “Video Format” setting Input video format NTSC HQ 1080/60i SP 1080/60i 1080/59.94i HQ 1080/30P 1080/29.97PsF HQ 1080/24P 1080/23.98PsF HQ 720/60P 720/59.94P PAL HQ 1080/50i SP 1080/50i 1080/50i HQ 1080/25P 1080/25PsF HQ 720/50P 720/50P

Chapter 2 Preparations Video format choices vary with the “Country” setting of the OTHERS menu. When “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”: HQ 1080/60i, SP 1080/60i, HQ 720/ 60P, HQ 1080/24P, HQ 1080/30P When “Country” is set to “PAL Area”: HQ 1080/50i, SP 1080/50i, HQ 720/ 50P, HQ 1080/25P It is not possible to change the video format after recording or playback is started. Video format and output signals “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” of the VIDEO SET menu allows you to select whether the digital output signals from the COMPONENT, HD/SD SDI OUTPUT, and HDMI connectors are to be HD signals corresponding to the video format or down- converted SD signals. Relations between the video format of the input signal or the clip played back and the format of the video signals output from the COMPONENT, HD/SD SDI OUTPUT, and HDMI connectors are shown in the tables on page 33 and page 34. The format of the video signals output from the HDV/DV connector is shown in the following tables. When the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting of the VIDEO SET menu is “HDV” When the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM” (for playback only) When an HDV-format signal is input to the HDV/DV connector, note the following points. • Set the video format to SP 1080/60i (when “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”) or SP 1080/50i (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”) on this unit. (It is not possible to input an HDV-format signal Video format choices Note Source video format Output video format NTSC SP1080/60i 1080/59.94i PAL SP1080/50i 1080/50i Source video format Output video format NTSC HQ1080/60i 480/59.94i SP1080/60i SP1080/24P HQ1080/30P HQ720/60P HQ720/30P PAL HQ1080/50i 576/50i SP1080/50i SP1080/25P HQ1080/25P HQ720/50P HQ720/25P Note

Chapter 2 Preparations when any other video format setting is selected.) • When a signal containing strong jitters (such as a computer output) is input to the HDV/DV connector, output video and audio from the HD/SD SDI OUTPUT and HDMI connectors may be noisy, or no signal may be output from those connectors. • When “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” is set to “480P (576P)”, no signal is output from the HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connector. In recording/E-E mode a) “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” is disabled and the setting value is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM”. b) 480i when “Country” of the OTHERS menu is set to “NTSC Area”, or 576i when “Country” of the OTHERS menu is set to “PAL Area”. c) This setting allows no signal to be output from the HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connector. d) This format allows no signal to be output from the HDMI connector. During playback Formats indicated in parentheses are the formats of video output during simplified playback, that is, playback of PAL-format recorded clips with this unit set to a NTSC video format or playback of NTSC-format recorded clips with this unit set to a PAL video format. During simplified playback, HD signals are output only from the COMPONENT connectors. “Video Format” setting Output video format “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” setting a) 1080i/720P 1080i 480i (576i) b) 480P (576P) b) c) NTSC HQ 1080/60i SP 1080/60i 1080/59.94i 480/59.94i 480/59.94P HQ 1080/30P 1080/29.97PsF HQ 1080/24P 1080/ 23.98PsF d) 1080/59.94i HQ 720/60P 720/59.94P 1080/59.94i PAL HQ 1080/50i SP 1080/50i 1080/50i 576/50i 576/50P HQ 1080/25P 1080/25PsF 576/25PsF HQ 720/50P 720/50P 1080/50i 576/50i

Chapter 2 Preparations a) “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” is disabled and the setting value is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting of the VIDEO SET menu is “DVCAM”. b) 480i when “Country” of the OTHERS menu is set to “NTSC Area”, or 576i when “Country” of the OTHERS menu is set to “PAL Area”. c) This setting allows no signal to be output from the HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connector. d) This format allows no signal to be output from the HDMI connector. Clip video format Output video format “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” setting a) 1080i/720P 1080i 480i (576i) b) 480P (576P) b) c) NTSC HQ 1080/60i SP 1080/60i SP 1080/24P 1080/59.94i (1080/49.95i) 480/59.94i (576/49.95i) 480/59.94P (576/50P) HQ 1080/30P 1080/29.97PsF (1080/49.95i) HQ 1080/24P 1080/ 23.98PsF d) (1080/49.95i) 1080/59.94i (1080/49.95i) HQ 720/60P HQ 720/30P HQ 720/24P 720/59.94P (720/49.95i) 1080/59.94i (1080/49.95i) PAL HQ 1080/50i SP 1080/50i 1080/50i (1080/60i) 576/50i (480/60i) 576/50P (480/60P) HQ 1080/25P 1080/25PsF (1080/60i) HQ 720/50P 720/50P (720/60P) 1080/50i (1080/60i) HQ 720/25P 720/25PsF (720/60P)

Chapter 2 Preparations Time Data Handled by This Unit Using time data allows you to easily check time information, ensure high precision editing, and synchronize multiple devices. This unit allows setting of timecode value and user bit data when an HDSDI signal or the internal test signal is recorded. When an HDV signal input to the HDV/ DV connector is recorded, the timecode and user bit data embedded in the input signal is recorded as it is. In recording or E-E mode and during playback, timecode or user bit data is displayed on the monitor screen according to the TC/UB button state. Displaying the time data Press the DISPLAY button to display the time data on the monitor screen. To switch the time data displays between timecode and user bit data Press the TC/UB button. The time data type indicator (see page 19) is switched between TC and UB each time you press the TC/UB button. In recording or E-E mode TCG: Timecode generated by the timecode generator UBG: User bit data generated by the timecode generator During playback TCR: Timecode read by the timecode reader UBR: User bit data read by the timecode reader When an HDV signal input to the HDV/ DV connector is recorded, TCR or UBR is displayed the time data type indicator on the monitor screen because the timecode and user bit data embedded in the input signal are recorded as they are. REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END DISPLAY button LCD display TC/UB button Note

Chapter 2 Preparations Handling SxS Memory Cards This unit records audio and video on SxS memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots. About SxS Memory Cards Usable SxS memory cards The following Sony-made SxS memory cards (SxS PRO) are recommended for this unit: • SBP-8 (8 GB) • SBP-16 (16 GB) • SBP-32 (32 GB) The above cards comply with the ExpressCard standard. • SxS and SxS PRO are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned by Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) and are licensed to Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Notes on using SxS memory cards • Recorded data may be damaged or lost in the following situations: - If the media is removed from the slot or subjected to vibrations or shocks or if the equipment is powered off during read/write of data or formatting. - If you use in locations subject to static electricity or electrical noise. • Do not use or store this media in the following locations: - Where recommended operating conditions are exceeded. - Inside a closed car in summer; or in strong sunshine / under direct sunlight / near a heater, etc. - Humid or corrosive location • Verify the correct direction of insertion before use. • When storing or carrying this media, put this media in the carrying case and lock it firmly. • We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data. Sony will not be liable for any damage or loss of data you recorded. • Do not apply a label sheet in places other than the label space. When applying the label sheet to this media, do not allow it to protrude from its proper location. • SxS memory cards to be used with this unit must be formatted using the format function of this unit. If a card is formatted using other device, it is regarded as of a different format, requiring repeated format operation on this unit. (Formatting or deleting with the function of the unit does not completely delete data on this media. When transferring or disposing of this media, use a commercial data deleting software or SxS PRO 8GB Label space

Chapter 2 Preparations destroy the actual body at you own responsibility.) • If the available recording time on a card is short, clip operation may be restricted. In such a case, delete unnecessary files by using a computer or delete unnecessary clips by operation on this unit. • Remove or reinsert the case card with the case opened properly. For write protection Setting the write-protect switch of the SxS memory card to “WP” disables you to record, edit or delete data. Do not operate the write-protect switch of an SxS memory card while it is set in the unit. Temporarily remove the card from the unit before changing the switch setting. Inserting/removing an SxS memory card To insert an SxS memory card Insert the SxS memory card into the card slot. The ACCESS lamp lights in red then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use. Status indications by the ACCESS lamps Card slots A and B are accompanied by the respective ACCESS lamps to indicate their statuses. Note Write-protect switch REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END ACCESS lamps Card slots SLOT SELECT button EJECT button With the label facing right

Chapter 2 Preparations To remove an SxS memory card 1 Press the EJECT button to release the lock, then pull the button out. 2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card. • Data are not guaranteed if the power is turned off or a memory card is removed while the card is being accessed. All data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure that the ACCESS lamps are lit in green or off when you turn off the power or remove memory cards. • When you turn on the unit with no valid memory card loaded, the unit enters E-E mode and displays the video selected with the VIDEO INPUT switch. Switching between SxS memory cards When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button to select the card you wish to use. If a card becomes full during recording, switching to the other card is automatically executed. The SLOT SELECT button is disabled while playback is in progress, that is, switching is not executed even if you press the button. On the other hand, the button is enabled while a thumbnail screen is displayed (see page 52). Lamp Slot statuses Lights in red Accessing the loaded SxS memory card (writing/reading data) Lights in green Standby (ready for recording or playback using the loaded SxS memory card) Off • No SxS memory card is loaded. • The loaded card is invalid. • An SxS memory card is loaded, but another slot is selected. Press and unlock the button. Notes Note

Chapter 2 Preparations Formatting an SxS memory card Formatting may be required before using an SxS memory card with this unit. For an SxS memory card that is not formatted or that was formatted with another system, a message to confirm if formatting is to be executed is displayed on the LCD display. Any SxS memory card formatted with a device other than this unit cannot be used with the unit. To execute formatting If the message for formatting is displayed, press the M or m button to select “Execute” then press the SET button. Formatting begins, the in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When formatting is completed, the completion message is displayed for three seconds. Recording/playback during formatting You can perform recording or playback using the SxS memory card in the other card slot while formatting is in progress. If formatting fails A write-protected SxS memory card or memory card that cannot be used with this unit will not be formatted. As a warning message is displayed, replace the card with an appropriate SxS memory card, as per the instructions in the message. To format by menu operation When no formatting message is displayed on the LCD display, you can execute formatting using “Format Media” (see page 94) of the OTHERS menu in the same manner. • All the data, including recorded pictures and setup files, are erased when a memory card is formatted. • SxS memory cards to be used with this unit must be formatted using the format function of this unit. Any card formatted with other device must be formatted again with this unit. Checking the remaining time available for recording In recording or E-E mode, you can check the time remaining for the SxS memory cards loaded in the card slots on the LCD display. The available time for recording with the current video format (recording bit rate) is calculated according to the remaining space of each card and displayed in time units of minutes. The remaining can also be checked in a meter format on the remote/media status screen (see page 81). A icon appears if the memory card is write-protected. Replacing an SxS memory card • If the available time on two cards in total becomes less than 5 minutes, a message “Media Near Full” is displayed, and a beep sound warns you. Replace the cards with those with sufficient space. Note on formatting Notes Note T DC IN 12.0V STBY STBY A: 25min B: 50min

Chapter 2 Preparations • If you continue recording until the total remaining time reaches zero, the message changes to “Media Full”, and recording stops. Approximately 600 clips can be recorded on one SxS memory card at maximum. If the number of recorded clips reaches the limit, the remaining time indication becomes “0”, and the message “Media Full” is displayed. Restoring an SxS memory card If an error occurs with data in a memory card for some reason, the card must be restored. If an SxS memory card that needs to be restored is loaded, a message that prompts you to execute a restore operation is displayed on the LCD display. To restore a card Press the M or m button to select “Execute” then press the SET button. The restore operation begins, the in- progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp is lit in red. When restoration is completed, the completion message is displayed for three seconds. If restoration fails • A write-protected SxS memory card or one on which an error occurred cannot be restored. For such a card, a warning message is displayed. Release the write protection or replace the card, as per the instructions in the message. • An SxS memory card on which an error occurred may become usable again after reformatting. • In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes possible again. Recording/playback during restoration You can perform recording or playback using the SxS memory card in the other card slot while restoration is in progress. Note

Chapter 2 Preparations Using the PHU- 60K (Optional) You can use an optional PHU-60K Professional Hard Disk Unit with this unit. The PHU-60K incorporates a 60 GB 1.8- inch hard disk, on which up to 200 minutes of HD video can be recorded in HQ mode. High-speed playback (see page 51) may not be properly achieved with the PHU-60K. On how to use the PHU-60K, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the PHU-60K. Connecting/removing the PHU connection cable Recording/playback can be made using the PHU-60K in the same manner as with SxS memory cards by connecting the PHU connection cable to an SxS memory card slot. To connect the PHU connection cable Insert the PHU connection cable into the memory card slot as shown in the following figure. When the PHU-60K is turned on, the POWER indicator of the PHU-60K lights in green. Subsequently, the ACCESS lamp of this unit lights in red then changes to green once the unit is ready for use. To disconnect the PHU connection cable Operate in the same manner as when you remove an SxS memory card from the slot (see page 38). Formatting the PHU-60K For a PHU-60K that is not formatted or that was formatted with another system, a message to confirm if formatting is to be executed is displayed on the monitor screen. To execute formatting If the message for formatting is displayed, press the M or m button to select “Execute” then press the SET button. Formatting begins, an in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. Note Insert so that the cable extends upward.

Chapter 2 Preparations When formatting is completed, a completion message is displayed for three seconds. To format by menu operation When no formatting message is displayed on the monitor screen, you can execute formatting using “Format Media” (see page 94) of the OTHERS menu in the same manner. • Formatting for the PHU-60K on this unit is “Quick Format” with which only the managerial data are erased. To erase the recording data completely, connect the unit to a PC and perform “Full Format”. • The PHU-60K to be used with this unit must be formatted using the format function of the unit. Any PHU-60K formatted with another device must be formatted again with this unit. Checking the remaining time available for recording The remaining time is displayed in the same manner as that for the SxS memory card. For details, see “Checking the remaining time available for recording” (page 39). Note When the battery remaining power of the PHU-60K is not sufficient, recording is impossible even if there remains a space available for recording on the hard disk. In that case, the amount of remaining space is not counted as length of remaining time. When the slot to which the PHU-60K is connected is selected, a decrease in PHU- 60K’s battery remaining power down to insufficient level will trigger a warning message. An LED on the PHU-60K also indicates the condition of the battery power. Restoring the PHU-60K If an error occurs with data on the PHU- 60K for some reason, the hard disk must be restored. If a PHU-60K that needs to be restored is connected, a message is displayed on the monitor screen, asking you whether you want restoration or not. To restore the hard disk Press the M or m button to select “Execute” then press the SET button. The restoration begins, an in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp is lit in red. When restoration is completed, a completion message is displayed for three seconds. If restoration fails • A PHU-60K on which an error occurred may become usable again after reformatting. • In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes possible again. Notes

Chapter 2 Preparations Using the IR Remote Commander (Supplied) Before use Before you use the supplied IR remote commander for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet from the battery holder. A CR2025 lithium battery is set in the holder at the factory. To control this unit from the IR remote commander You can use the setup menu to enable and disable the remote control function. The factory default setting is enable. To disable the function Press the MENU button to display the menu icons. Use the M, m, < or , button to display the OTHERS menu ( ), and to set “IR Remote” to “Off”. The “IR Remote” setting is maintained after this unit is turned off. For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” (page 83). To replace the battery in the IR remote commander When the lithium battery’s power falls, the IR remote commander may not work even if you press the buttons. The average lithium battery’s service life is about one year, but this depends on the pattern of use. If pressing the remote control buttons produces absolutely no effect on the unit, replace the battery then check the operation again. Use a commercially available CR2025 lithium battery. Do not use any battery other than a CR2025. 1 Hold down the lock lever 1, pull out the battery holder 2, and remove the battery. 2 Place a new battery in the battery holder with the + symbol facing upward 1, then push the battery holder into the IR remote commander until it clicks 2. Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. Insulation sheet WARNING 1 2 1 2 With the + symbol upward

Chapter 2 Preparations Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country. Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Lorsque vous mettez la batterie au rebut, vous devez respecter la législation en vigueur dans le pays ou la région où vous vous trouvez. Explosionsgefahr bei Verwendung falscher Batterien. Batterien nur durch den vom Hersteller empfohlenen oder einen gleichwertigen Typ ersetzen. Wenn Sie die Batterie entsorgen, müssen Sie die Gesetze der jeweiligen Region und des jeweiligen Landes befolgen. Placing the Unit in a Vertical Position You can place the unit in a vertical position by using the supplied pair of supporting feet. CAUTION ATTENTION VORSICHT Supporting feet (supplied)

Chapter 2 Preparations Superimposed Text Information Signals output from the HDMI, COMPONENT, COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors can contain superimposed text information, including timecode, menu settings, and alarm messages. You can supply an external video monitor with any of these signals to view the same text information on the monitor screen as that displayed on the LCD display of this unit. On how to input a signal output from each connector to the external monitor, see “Connecting External Video Monitors” (page 68) Turning superimposed text on and off To set whether to superimpose text information on the output signals from the HDMI, COMPONENT and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors, use “HDMI/ CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu. To set whether to superimpose text information on the output signals from the COMPOSITE and S- VIDEO connectors, use “CMPST/ S Out Display” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu. On: Superimpose text information. Off: Do not superinpose text information. When a DVCAM-format signal is output from the HDV/DV connector during playback, “CMPST/ S Out Display” can be used to superimpose text information on the signal.

Recording and Playback Recording This unit allows recording HDSDI signals input to the HD SDI INPUT connector and HDV signals input to the HDV/DV connector on SxS memory cards. Be sure to set the video format (see page 31) before starting recording. Settings for recording 1 Press the TC/UB button to select whether to use timecode or user bits. The time data type indicator (see page 19) is switched between the timecode and user bits each time you press the TC/UB button. To set the timecode value or user bit data For details on setting the timecode value or user bit data, see Chapter 5 “Setting and Recording Time Data” (page 65). 2 Use the VIDEO INPUT switch to select the video signal to record and use the AUDIO INPUT switch to select the audio signal. Note 2 1 3 REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END LCD display PHONES jack and PHONES LEVEL buttons STATUS button

It is not possible to change the input signal during recording. If the VIDEO INPUT switch position is changed, the setting is not enabled until the recording stops with the STOP button pressed. 3 When recording audio signals input to the AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors, set the AUDIO INPUT LEVEL switch as follows. When audio signals output from an XLR connector: +4 or –2 When audio signals output from a phono jack: –10 The following table shows the relation between the switch position and maximum audio level available. Video signal to record VIDEO INPUT switch position (input signal indication on the monitor screen) Audio signal to record AUDIO INPUT switch position HDV signals input to the HDV/DV connector i.LINK (i.LINK in) 2-channel digital audio signals embedded in the input HDV signals — HDSDI signals input to the HD SDI INPUT connector HD SDI (HDSDI in) Analog audio signals input to the AUDIO INPUT CH-1 and CH-2 connectors ANALOG Channels 1 and 2 of digital audio signals embedded in the input HDSDI signals HD SDI CH-1/2 Internal test signal (100% full color bar) SG (Internal SG) Channels 3 and 4 of digital audio signals embedded in the input HDSDI signals HD SDI CH-3/4 Internal test signal (100% full color bar) SG (Internal SG) 1 kHz reference audio signal Regardless of the AUDIO INPUT switch position, set “1kHz Tone” in the “Audio Input” setting of the AUDIO SET menu to “On” (see page 86). Note Position Audio level –10 +10 dBu –2 +18 dBu +4 +24 dBu

4 Check and adjust the audio input level with the audio level meter on the monitor screen. Audio input level is set to the reference level preset at the factory. When the VIDEO INPUT switch is set to HD SDI or SG, manual control of the audio input level is allowed. To adjust the audio input level manually Set “Rec Level” (see page 86) in “Audio Input” of the AUDIO SET menu to “Manual” and use the REC LEVEL CH-1 and CH-2 controls to adjust the audio input level of each channel. Watching the audio level meters (see page 20) displayed on the LCD display and the external monitor screen, adjust the level so that the meter does not indicate higher values than 0 dB when the audio signal is at its maximum. When the level exceeds 0 dB, the “OVER” indicator lights. During recording HDV signals input to the HDV/DV connector, manual control of the audio input level is not allowed. To check the setting status Press the STATUS button to show the status screens (see page 79). You can check time data settings, video signal settings and the audio input level. To monitor video and audio being recorded Connect an external video monitor (see page 68) to the HDMI, COMPONENT, COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, HD/SD SDI OUTPUT, or AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/3 and CH-2/4 connectors to monitor video and audio being recorded. Connect headphones to the PHONES jack to monitor audio being recorded. Adjust the volume of the headphones by pressing the PHONES LEVEL buttons. Recording operation 1 Load valid SxS memory card(s) (see page 37). If you load two cards, recording is continued by automatically switching to the second card when the first card becomes full. For details on memory cards, see “Handling SxS Memory Cards” (page 36). If a thumbnail screen (see page 52) appears on the monitor screen, press the STOP button to display the E-E picture. 2 Press the REC button to start recording. The REC indicator lights when recording starts normally. The indicator blinks if a malfunction occurs because the video format set on this unit does not match the input format, for example. Note 2 1 REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END DISPLAY button LCD display STOP button

To check the status during recording Press the DISPLAY button. For details on each indication displayed, see “3 LCD display” (see page 18). To stop recording Press the STOP button. Recording stops and this unit enters E-E mode. When you stop recording, video, audio and subsidiary data from the start to end of the recording are recorded as a single clip on an SxS memory card. For details on clips, see Chapter 4 “Clip Operations” (page 52). Recording shot marks When you record shot marks for important scenes as subsidiary data, you can access the marked points easily on a Shot Mark screen, which only displays scenes with shot marks only. This increases editing efficiency. For the Shot Mark Screen, see “Displaying the SHOT MARK screen” (page 62). This unit allows you to record two types of shot marks: shot mark 1 and shot mark 2. Shot marks can be recorded as needed during recording or can be added after recording while checking the playback pictures (see page 51). To insert a shot mark during recording Use the IR remote commander. 1 Set “IR Remote” (see page 92) of the OTHERS menu to “On” to activate the IR remote commander. 2 Start recording and press the SHOTMARK 1 or 2 button where you wish to insert a shotmark. A shot mark of the type corresponding to the button you press is recorded. 1 2 T ZOOM PUSH SET SHOTMARK SUB CLIP THUMBNAIL PLAY/PAUSE STOP W . > x u PREV NEXT SHOTMARK 1 button SHOTMARK 2 button

Playback The SxS memory card stores the recording contents as “clip”. This section explains operations for playing back the clips in sequence which they were recorded. For details on clips, see Chapter 4 “Clip Operations” (page 52). Settings for playback To select the time data Press the TC/UB button to select whether to use timecode or user bits. The time data type indicator (see page 19) is switched between the timecode (TCR) and user bits (UBR) each time you press the TC/UB button. To monitor video and audio being played back Connect an external video monitor (see page 68) to the HDMI, COMPONENT, COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, HD/SD SDI OUTPUT, or AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/3 and CH-2/4 connectors to monitor video and audio being played back. Connect headphones to the PHONES jack to monitor audio being played back. Adjust the volume of the headphones by pressing the PHONES LEVEL buttons. It is not possible to play back audio recorded in Interval Recording, Frame Recording, or Slow & Quick Motion Recording mode on other devices. Playback operation 1 Load the SxS memory card(s) to play back (see page 37). For details on memory cards, see “Handling SxS Memory Cards” (page 36). If you wish to display the thumbnail screen (see page 52), press the THUMBNAIL button. Switching the SxS memory cards When two memory cards are loaded, press the SLOT SELECT button to switch memory cards. It is not possible to switch memory cards during playback. REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END LCD display PHONES jack and PHONES LEVEL buttons TC/UB button Note Note 2 1 REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END LCD display DISPLAY button SET button F REV button F FWD button THUMBNAIL button STOP button

2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback. The PLAY/PAUSE indicator lights. To check the status during playback Press the DISPLAY button. For details on each indication displayed, see “3 LCD display” (page 18). To enter playback pause mode Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE indicator blinks in pause mode. The playback is restarted by pressing the button again. To switch to high-speed playback This unit allows you to play clips at 4 times or 15 times normal speed in the forward or reverse direction. Audio is muffled in high- speed playback. To play at a high speed in the forward direction: Press the F FWD button or , button. Each time you press the button, the playback speed switches between 4 times and 15 times normal speed. To play at a high speed in the reverse direction: Press the F REV button or < button. Each time you press the button, the playback speed switches between 4 times and 15 times normal speed. To return to normal playback: Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. To stop playback When you press the STOP button, playback stops and this unit enters E-E mode. When you press the THUMBNAIL button, playback stops and the thumbnail screen appears on the monitor screen. For details on the thumbnail screen, see “Thumbnail screen” (page 52). To insert a shot mark during playback Use the IR remote commander. 1 Set “IR Remote” (see page 92) of the OTHERS menu to “On” to activate the IR remote commander. 2 Start playback and press the SHOTMARK 1 or 2 button where you wish to insert a mark (during playback or in pause mode). A shot mark of the type corresponding to the button you press is recorded. • No shot mark can be added if the memory card is write-protected. • No shot mark can be added to the first or last frame of a clip (at which the playback is in pause mode and the clip number is incremented). To display the Clip Operation menu Pressing the SET button with a still picture displayed in pause mode calls the Clip Operation menu. You can use the Clip Operation menu to check the detailed clip information or add shot marks. For details on Clip Operation menus, see “Clip Operations” (page 56). Notes

Chapter 4 Clip Operations Clip Operations Playing Back Clips When this unit is started with an SxS memory card loaded, or when the THUMBNAIL button is pressed while this unit is in E-E or playback mode, a thumbnail screen appears on the monitor screen to show index frame images of the clips recorded on the memory card as thumbnails. (If no clips are recorded on the memory card, a no-clip message is displayed.) You can start playback from the clip selected on the thumbnail screen. Thumbnail screen The recording date and starting time are displayed below the index frame image of each clip. (The OK mark symbol is displayed if the clip is marked.) Clip index frame The first frame is automatically specified as the index frame of a clip when recorded. You can change it to another one as required (see page 64).

Chapter 4 Clip Operations OK mark Displayed only if the selected clip is marked OK. AV independent file icon Displayed if the selected clip is an AV independent file. This indicates that the clip is an AV independent file, such as those added to the memory card using a computer. Not all operations and indications may be available for such clips. Timecode The timecode of the index frame is displayed. Special recording information If the selected clip was recorded in a special recording mode, the mode is displayed. S&Q Motion (slow and quick motion): For a clip recorded in this mode, recording frame rate/playback frame rate is displayed to the right of the mode name. Interval Rec (interval recording) Frame Rec (frame recording) Displaying only the clips marked OK on the thumbnail screen Press the THUMBNAIL button. OK OK OK OK OK OK DC IN 12.0V 01/JAN 10 :53 01/JAN 11 :53 01/JAN 12 :53 01/JAN 13:53 01/JAN 14 :53 01/JAN 15 :53 01/JAN 16 :53 01/JAN 17:53 01/JAN 18 :53 01/JAN 19 :53 01/JAN 20 :53 01/JAN 21:53 0011 /0300 01 / JAN / 2008 10: 53 S&Q Mot i on 29 / 24fps JPAN0011(1) HQ 1080/24p TCR 00:00:00:00 DUR 00:03:19:23 Date and starting time of recording Cursor (yellow) The icon of the currently selected memory card is highlighted. (If the card is write-protected, a lock icon is displayed to the left.) Current clip No./Total number of clips Clip name OK mark AV independent file icon Recording video format Special recording information Duration of the clip Timecode

Chapter 4 Clip Operations The thumbnail screen changes such that it shows only the clips marked OK among the clips on the current memory card. To return to the thumbnail screen with all the clips, press the THUMBNAIL button again. For operations of the OK mark, see “Adding the OK mark to a clip” (page 58). Playing back the selected and subsequent clips Select the clip with which you wish to start playback and press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Playback starts from the beginning of the selected clip. The clips after the selected clips are played back in sequence. You can perform playback pause (see page 51), high-speed playback (see page 51) and shot-mark recording (see page 49). When playback of the last clip ends, this unit enters pause (still picture) mode at the last frame of the last clip. When the STOP button is pressed, this unit stops playback and enters E-E mode. To return to the thumbnail screen from the still or E-E picture Press the THUMBNAIL button. • The playback picture may be momentarily distorted or frozen between clips. The playback control buttons and THUMBNAIL button do not function during this condition. • When you select a clip on the thumbnail button and start playback, the playback picture at the beginning of the clip may be distorted. To start playback without distortion, once pause playback after starting it, press the PREV button to return to the top of the clip, then restart playback. To select the clip Press the <, ,, M, m buttons to move the cursor to the thumbnail image of the clip which you want to select. To jump to the desired clip position To return to the top of the current clip Press the PREV button. • When you press the button in normal or fast-forward playback, the top of the current clip is cued up, then playback begins. REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END THUMBNAIL button REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END <, ,, M, m buttons THUMBNAIL button STOP button PLAY/PAUSE button F FWD button NEXT button PREV button F REV button Notes

Chapter 4 Clip Operations • When you press the button in fast-reverse playback or in pause mode, the top of the current clip is cued up, then the still picture is displayed. • Repeated press of the button cues up the previous clips one by one. To jump to the top of the next clip Press the NEXT button. • When you press the button in normal or fast-forward playback, the top of the next clip is cued up then playback begins. • When you press the button in fast-reverse playback or in pause mode, the top of the next clip is cued up, then the still picture is displayed. • Repeated pressing of the button cues up the subsequent clips one by one. To start playback from the top of the first clip Press the PREV button and F REV button simultaneously. The top of the first- recorded clip on the memory card is cued up. To start playback from the top of the last clip Press the F FWD button and NEXT button simultaneously. The top of the last- recorded clip on the memory card is cued up. Playing back a clip repeatedly Select “CLIP REPEAT” from the Clip Operation menu on the thumbnail screen. This displays the CLIP REPEAT screen. Detailed information of the selected clip is displayed as in the CLIP INFO screen (see page 57). At the bottom of the screen, a message to confirm the repeat playback of the selected clip appears. To play back the selected clip repeatedly Press the < or , button to select “Execute”, then press the SET button. • During repeat playback, recording/ playback operation buttons other than the STOP button are disabled. • When repeat playback is performed, the last two seconds of video in the clip are not output as i.LINK HDV signals. To cancel the repeat playback Press the STOP button to stop the repeat playback. This unit enters E-E mode. When you press the THUMBNAIL button, the repeat playback stops and the thumbnail screen appears on the monitor screen. Notes DC IN 12.0V CLIP REPEAT JPAN0011(1) 01/JAN/2008 10:53 HQ 1080/24P S&Q MOTION 29/24fps TCR 00:05:00:02 TCR 00:05:00:00 STR TCR 00:08:19:23 END DUR 00:03:20:00 CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 0011/0300 Repeat clip ? Execute Cancel A message to confirm the repeat playback

Clip Operations You can use Clip Operation menus to operate the clips or confirm and change the subsidiary data for clips. Clip Operation menus can be displayed in the thumbnail screen (see page 52), the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 61), still picture in pause mode, or the SHOT MARK screen (see page 62). Clip Operation menus For the thumbnail screen (page 57) For the EXPAND CLIP screen (page 61) For the still picture in pause mode (page 57) For the SHOT MARK screen (page 63) Basic operations of the Clip Operation menus To display a Clip Operation menu Press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu for the current display appears. To select a Clip Operation menu item Press the M or m button to select a menu item, then press the SET button. Pressing the CANCEL button restores the previous state. Selecting “CANCEL” from a Clip Operation menu turns the Clip Operation menu off. • When the SxS memory card is write- protected, you cannot copy/delete/divide clips, change the index frames, and add/ delete the OK and shot marks. • There may be items that cannot be selected depending on the status when the menu is displayed. CANCEL DISP CLIP INFO OK MARK DEL COPY CLIP DELETE CLIP SHOT MARK SHOT MARK1 SHOT MARK2 EXPAND CLIP CLIP REPEAT CANCEL EXPAND(COARSE) EXPAND(FINE) PAUSE SET INDEX PIC SHOT MARK1 ADD SHOT MARK2 ADD SHOT MARK1 DEL SHOT MARK2 DEL DIVIDE CLIP Notes CANCEL DISP CLIP INFO OK MARK ADD SHOT MARK1 ADD SHOT MARK2 ADD EXPAND CLIP CANCEL PAUSE SET INDEX PIC SHOT MARK1 DEL SHOT MARK2 DEL DIVIDE CLIP

Clip Operation menu on the thumbnail screen Pressing the SET button with the thumbnail screen (page 52) displayed calls the Clip Operation menu for the clip at the cursor. Clip Operation menu in pause mode Pressing the SET button with a still picture displayed in pause mode calls the Clip Operation menu for the clip in pause mode. Displaying the detailed information of a clip When you select “DISP CLIP INFO” from a Clip Operation menu, the CLIP INFO screen appears. Item Function DISP CLIP INFO To display the CLIP INFO screen for the clip (see page 57) OK MARK ADD To add the OK mark to the clip (see page 58) OK MARK DELETE To delete the OK mark from the clip (see page 59) COPY CLIP To copy the clip to another SxS memory card (see page 59) DELETE CLIP To delete the clip (see page 59) SHOT MARK To display thumbnails only of the frames with shot mark 1 and/or shot mark 2 recorded (see page 62) SHOT MARK1 To display thumbnails only of the frames with shot mark 1 recorded (see page 62) SHOT MARK2 To display thumbnails only of the frames with shot mark 2 recorded (see page 62) EXPAND CLIP To display the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 60) for the clip CLIP REPEAT To perform repeat playback of a clip (see page 55) Item Function DISP CLIP INFO To display the CLIP INFO screen for the clip (see page 57) OK MARK ADD To add the OK mark to the clip (see page 58) SHOT MARK1 ADD To add shot mark 1 (see page 63) SHOT MARK2 ADD To add shot mark 2 (see page 63) EXPAND CLIP To display the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 60) for the clip Item Function

Image of the previous clip Press the PREV or < button to switch to the CLIP INFO screen of the previous clip. Image of the next clip Press the NEXT or , button to switch to the CLIP INFO screen of the next clip. Adding the OK mark to a clip By adding the OK mark to clips, you can obtain a thumbnail screen of only the marked clips when you press the THUMBNAIL button. Clips with the OK mark cannot be deleted or divided. To delete or divide the clip, remove the OK mark. To add the OK mark 1 Select “OK MARK ADD” from the Clip Operation menu. The CLIP INFO screen for the clip appears and a confirmation message appears below the index frame. OK OK CLIP I NFO 0011/0300 PREV CLIP NEXT CLIP JPAN0011(1) 01/JAN/ 2008 10:53 HQ 1080/24p S&Q Motion 29/24fps TCR 00:05:00:02 TCR 00:05:00:00 STR TCR 00:08:19:23 END DUR 00:03:20:00 CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4 DC IN 12.0V Image of the current clip Image of the previous clip Image of the next clip Clip name OK mark (see page 53) Date and starting time of recording Duration of the clip Special recording information (see page 53) Timecode of the displayed frame Timecode at the recording ending point Timecode at the recording starting point Recorded audio channels Recording format

2 Select “Execute”, and press the SET button. The OK mark is applied to the selected clip. To delete the OK mark For a clip already marked with OK, the Clip Operation menu of the thumbnail screen displays “OK MARK DEL”. 1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected clip appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the index frame image. 2 To delete the OK mark, press the SET button. The OK mark is deleted from the selected clip. Copying a clip You can copy a clip selected on the thumbnail screen to another SxS memory card. 1 On the thumbnail screen of the current memory card, select the clip you wish to copy then press SET button. The Clip Operation menu of the thumbnail screen pops up. 2 Select “COPY CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen of the selected clip appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the index frame image. 3 To copy, select “Execute” then press the SET button. Copying begins. The clip is copied with the same name to the destination SxS memory card. An execution message and an in- progress bar are displayed during copying. When copying ends, the thumbnail screen is restored. • If there is another clip having the same name on the destination SxS memory card, the clip is copied under a name adding a single-digit number in parentheses to the end of the original clip name. The parenthetical number is the minimum value that does not exist in the destination memory card. Examples: ABCD0002(1) if ABCD0002 exists ABCD0002(2) if ABCD0002(1) exists ABCD0005(4) if ABCD0005(3) exists • If parenthetical numbers (1) to (9) already exist as the result of repeated copying, copying to that card cannot be done any more. • A warning message is displayed if there is not sufficient space on the destination SxS memory card. Replace the SxS memory card with one with sufficient space. To cancel copying Press the CANCEL button. Copying is canceled and the thumbnail screen is restored. Deleting a clip You can delete a clip selected on the thumbnail screen from the SxS memory card. Notes

1 Select the clip you wish to delete on the thumbnail screen then press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu of the thumbnail screen pops up. 2 Select “DELETE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected clip appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the index frame image. 3 To delete, select “Execute” then press the SET button. The clip is deleted. The subsequent clips are shifted by one on the thumbnail screen. Displaying the EXPAND CLIP screen The EXPAND CLIP screen permits you to divide a clip into 12 blocks of equal duration and show a thumbnail image of the first frame of each block on the screen. This helps you to quickly cue up to a desired scene in a clip of long duration. You can display the EXPAND CLIP screen by selecting the clip on the thumbnail screen or on the still picture of the clip in pause mode. 1 Pause the playback or select a clip on the thumbnail screen then press the SET button. The corresponding Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select “EXPAND CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. The EXPAND CLIP screen appears for the clip in pause mode or that you selected on the thumbnail screen. On the EXPAND CLIP screen displayed by using the Clip Operation menu in pause mode, the clip is displayed in more divisions.

EXPAND CLIP screen Detailed information for the clip is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The items other than the following are the same as those on the normal thumbnail screen. Frame information The following icons show the marking for the frame at the cursor. The same icons may also be displayed below the thumbnail image of each frame. If the frame has multiple markings, one of the icons is displayed, in the priority order of index frame, shot mark 1, and shot mark 2. Timecode indication The timecode of the frame at the cursor is displayed. Clip Operation menu on the EXPAND CLIP screen When you select a frame on the EXPAND CLIP screen and press the SET button, the Clip Operation menu pops up to allow for further operations such as increasing the number of divisions and saving the selected frame and following frames as a new clip. S1 S2 S2 S1 DC IN 12.0V EXPAND CLIP 01 : 10 : 20: 00 01 : 10 : 30: 00 01 : 10 : 40 : 00 01 : 10 : 50 : 00 01 : 11 : 00: 00 01 : 11 : 10: 00 01 : 11 : 20 : 00 01 : 11 : 30 : 00 01 : 11 : 40: 00 01 : 11 : 50: 00 01 : 12 : 00 : 00 01 : 12 : 10 : 00 0000123 01 / JAN / 2008 10:53 S&Q Moti on 29 /24fps JPAN0011(1) HQ 1080/24p TCR 01:10:20:00 DUR 00:03:19:23 Current frame number Frame information Timecode indication Index frame Frame with shot mark 1 added Frame with shot mark 2 added S1 S2 Item Function EXPAND (COARSE) To decrease the number of divisions of the clip EXPAND (FINE) To increase the number of divisions of the clip PAUSE To set to pause mode at the selected frame SET INDEX PIC To specify the selected frame for the index frame of the clip (see page 64) SHOT MARK1 ADD To add shot mark 1 to the selected frame (see page 63)

Displaying the SHOT MARK screen When one or more shot marks are recorded for a single clip, the SHOT MARK screen permits you to display only the marked frames as the thumbnail images on the screen. 1 Select a clip on the thumbnail screen. 2 Press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu pops up. 3 Select “SHOT MARK”, “SHOT MARK1”, or “SHOT MARK2”. SHOT MARK: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 1 and/or shot mark 2 recorded SHOT MARK1: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 1 SHOT MARK2: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 2 SHOT MARK screen example (when “SHOT MARK” is selected) The detailed information of the clip is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The items other than the following are the same as those on the EXPAND CLIP screen. SHOT MARK2 ADD To add shot mark 2 to the selected frame (see page 63) SHOT MARK1 DEL To delete shot mark 1 from the selected frame (see page 63) SHOT MARK2 DEL To delete shot mark 2 from the selected frame (see page 63) DIVIDE CLIP To divide the clip into two clips at the selected frame (see page 64) Item Function S1 S2 S2 S1 S1 S1 DC IN 12.0V SHOT MARK 01:10:20:00 01:10:30:00 01:10:40 :00 01:10:50:00 01:11:00:00 01:11:10:00 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0031/0031 01 /JAN /2008 10:53 S&Q Motion 29/24fps JPAN0011(1) HQ 1080/24p TCR 01:12:00:00 DUR 00:03:19:23 Frame information (see page 61) Timecode indication (see page 61)

Clip Operation menu on the SHOT MARK screen When you select a frame on the SHOT MARK screen and press the SET button, the Clip Operation menu pops up to permit you further operations. Adding/deleting shot marks You can add shot marks to the clips after recording or delete the recorded shot marks. To add a shot mark in pause mode 1 Pause the playback at the frame to which you wish to add a shot mark then press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select “SHOT MARK1 ADD” or “SHOT MARK2 ADD” from the Clip Operation menu. A confirmation message is displayed below the image. 3 Press the SET button. To cancel the operation Select “Cancel” and press the SET button, or press the CANCEL button. To add a shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen 1 Select the frame to which you wish to add a shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen then press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select “SHOT MARK1 ADD” or “SHOT MARK2 ADD” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected frame appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the image. 3 Press the SET button. To cancel the operation Select “Cancel” and press the SET button, or press the CANCEL button. To delete a shot mark You can delete shot marks on the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 61) or on the SHOT MARK screen (see page 62). 1 Select a frame from which you wish to delete the shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen or the SHOT MARK screen then press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select the “SHOT MARK1 DEL” or “SHOT MARK2 DEL” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected frame appears and a confirmation message is displayed below the image. Item Function PAUSE To set to pause mode at the selected frame SET INDEX PIC To specify the selected frame for the index frame of the clip (see page 64) SHOT MARK1 DEL To delete the shot mark 1 from the selected frame (see page 63) SHOT MARK2 DEL To delete the shot mark 2 from the selected frame (see page 63) DIVIDE CLIP To divide the clip into two clips at the selected frame (see page 64)

3 Press the SET button. To cancel the operation Select “Cancel” and press the SET button, or press the CANCEL button. Changing the index frame You can change the index frame of a clip to another frame you selected on the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 61) or the SHOT MARK screen (see page 62). 1 Select a frame to be the index frame on the EXPAND CLIP screen or the SHOT MARK screen then press the SET button. 2 Select “SET INDEX PIC” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen of the selected frame appears and the confirmation message is displayed below the image. 3 Press the SET button. To cancel the operation Select “Cancel” and press the SET button, or press the CANCEL button. Dividing a clip You can divide a clip into two different clips at the frame you select on the EXPAND CLIP screen (see page 61) or the SHOT MARK screen (see page 62). 1 Select the frame at which the clip is to be divided on the EXPAND CLIP screen or the SHOT MARK screen then press the SET button. The Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select “DIVIDE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected frame appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the image. 3 Press the SET button. To cancel the operation Select “Cancel” and press the SET button, or press the CANCEL button. The selected and subsequent frames are divided, creating two clips having different names. The first 4 characters of the original clip name are carried on, continuing to the last number on the memory card by the second 4 numerics. Example: If you divide a clip named ABCD0002 into two clips under the condition where a new clip will be named EFGH0100, clip ABCD0100 and clip ABCD0101 are created. If the remaining space on the memory card is insufficient for divided clips, a message informing you of it appears. Note

65 Recording Timecode and User Bit Data Setting and Recording Time Data Recording Timecode and User Bit Data For timecode recording, there are three methods, as follows. Preset mode: Set an initial value, and generate a timecode internally to this unit, which is recorded. You can select either of the following advance modes. Free Run: Timecode advances continually. Rec Run: Timecode advances only during recording. Regen (regeneration) mode: Generate a timecode internally to this unit, to run consecutively from the timecode already recorded on the tape, and record this. Ext Regen (external regeneration) mode: Generate a timecode internally to this unit, synchronized to an external input timecode, and record this. For the external timecode input, use the HDSDI signal embedded timecode input to the HD SDI INPUT connector. When recording the HDV signal input to the HDV/DV connector, the timecode and user bit data cannot be preset because they are automatically copied. To display the time data 1 Press the DISPLAY button to display time data on the monitor screen. 2 Press the TC/UB button to light the time data type indicator TCG or UBG in the time data indication. TCG: To display the timecode value UBG: To display the user bit data Setting the timecode initial value and user bit data (Preset mode) You can set the initial timecode value before recording the internal timecode generated by the internal TC (timecode) generator onto a tape. You can also preset the user bits to record useful information. 1 Set “Mode” and “Run” in the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB SET menu as follows. Note 2 1 REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END LCD display

Chapter 5 Setting and Recording Time Data 1) The internal timecode generator begins to advance at the instant of completion of the setting. 2) Starting and stopping of the internal timecode generator advance is linked to starting and stopping of video and audio recording. 2 Set “TC Format” of the TC/UB SET menu to “DF” (drop frame) or “NDF” (non-drop frame) when the system frequency is 60i or 60P. 3 Select “Setting” in the “Timecode” or “User Bit” setting of the TC/UB SET menu. The current setting is shown on the monitor screen. 4 See steps 1 and 2 in “To enter a character string” (page 85) and enter the value. Enter hexadecimal values (0 to 9, A to F) when setting user bit data. To set a value of 00:00:00:00 Select “Reset” in the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB SET menu and select “Execute”, then go to step 5. 5 Press the SET button. The new settings are saved in the memory of the unit. The new setting may be lost if you power off the unit during the saving operation. Wait until the saving operation is completed before powering the unit off. Recording timecode to continue from previously recorded timecode (Regen mode) When the recording format of this unit is set to be the same as on the SxS memory card, you can record timecode consecutively from the timecode already recorded. To do this, set “Mode” in the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB SET menu to “Regen”. When recording starts, the timecode on the memory card is read, and this unit internally generates and records continuing timecode. Synchronizing the internal timecode generator to an external timecode —External synchronization (Ext regen mode) You can synchronize the internal TC generator to an external timecode (embedded in the HDSDI signal input to the HD SDI INPUT connector). Use this method when synchronizing the timecode generators of multiple recorders, when recording the playback timecode of an external VCR, or when you want to record without interfering with the timecode relation of a source image. Menu item Setting Mode Preset Run Free Run 1) or Rec Run 2) 00:00 Mode Run Setting Reset : Preset : Rec Run : 00:00:00:00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF B B 00:00 Setting : 20:07:12:08 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format DF B B : Note

Chapter 5 Setting and Recording Time Data 1 Input an HDSDI signal to the HD SDI INPUT connector. 2 Set the VIDEO INPUT switch to HD SDI or SG. 3 Set “Mode” in the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB SET menu to “Ext REGEN”. If timecode data is not embedded in the input signal to the HD SDI INPUT connector, the initial timecode value is that of the internal timecode. Note

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications Example Connections for Various Applications Connecting External Video Monitors To connect a video monitor to this unit, you can use any of the video output connectors: COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT, HDMI, and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT. Signals output from each connector can contain superimposed text information, including timecode, menu settings, and alarm messages. You can supply an external video monitor with any of these signals to view the same text information on the external video monitor as that displayed on the LCD display of this unit. For details, see “Superimposed Text Information” (page 45). This unit is equipped with no HDMI input connector. The HDMI connector can be used only for output to an external video monitor. To select the output mode (aspect ratio) for SD signal When using an SD signal down-converted for output from the COMPONENT, HDMI and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors, you can select the output mode in “Down Converter” (see page 88) of the VIDEO SET menu. Squeeze: To horizontally reduce a 16:9 picture to output a 4:3 picture Letterbox: To mask the upper and lower areas of a 4:3 picture to display a 16:9 picture in the center of the screen Edge Crop: To cut the both sides of a 16:9 picture to output a 4:3 picture Note

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications AUDIO INPUT CH-1 -10 +4 -2 INPUT LEVEL (dB) CH-2 CH-1/3 Y Pb/B-Y Pr/R-Y CH-2/4 OUTPUT HD SDI INPUT HDV/DV HD/SD SDI OUTPUT HDMI DC IN VIDEO OUTPUT COMPSITE COMPONENT S-VIDEO ! HD/SD SDI OUTPUT HDMI COMPONENT AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/3, CH-2/4 RGB/ COMPONENT Y/C IN HDMI VIDEO IN S-VIDEO COMPOSITE Video monitor This unit a) Cable with BNC connectors b) S-video cable c) HDMI cable d) Select the output video format in “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” (see page 87) of the VIDEO SET menu. e) Phono plug cable a) a) b) c) d) SDI input connector a) e) Audio input connectors

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications Operating Clips with a Computer The clips recorded on SxS memory cards with this unit can be controlled on a computer or edited using the optional nonlinear editing software. This section shows an example for connecting this unit and the SBAC-US10 SxS Memory Card USB Reader/Writer (optional) to a computer using the supplied USB cable. When memory cards are inserted in this unit, they are recognized as two independent extended drives by the computer. On how to use the SBAC-US10, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the SBAC- US10. a) USB cable (supplied with this unit) b) USB cable (supplied with the SBAC-US10) c) With clip managing and editing software installed • When connecting the USB cable to the computer, be careful to check the form and direction of the USB connector. • This unit and the SBAC-US10 do not work on the bus power from the computer. Supply the operating power independently. To check the connection between this unit and the computer 1 Turn this unit on. A message prompting you to confirm that you wish to enable the USB connection is displayed on the LCD display. This message will not be displayed while another confirmation message or in-progress message (e.g., for formatting or restoration of an SxS memory card) is shown on the screen. It appears when formatting or restoration is completed. The message is also not displayed while the CLIP INFO screen is shown on the screen. It appears when an operation on the CLIP INFO screen is completed or you return to the thumbnail screen. 2 Select “Execute” and press the SET button. The following screen appears. b) a) SxS PRO 8GB This unit Computer c) SxS memory card SBAC-US10 Notes Note Connect USB Now? Execute Cancel

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications 3 With Windows, check that the memory card is displayed as a removable disk in My Computer. With Macintosh, check that a “NO NAME” or “Untitled” folder was created on the desktop. (The folder name can be changed as needed.) If the result of checking is Yes, then it indicates that the connections are correct. The following operations must be eliminated when the ACCESS lamp is lit in red. • Turning the power off or disconnecting the power cord • Removing the SxS memory card • Disconnecting the USB cable To remove an SxS memory card (recognized as extended drive) For Windows 1 Click on the icon of “Safely Remove Hardware” on the task bar of the computer. 2 Select “Safely remove SxS Memory Card - Drive (X:)” from the displayed menu. 3 Check that the Safe To Remove Hardware message appears then remove the card. For Macintosh Drag the SxS memory card icon on the desktop to Trash. If the SxS memory card icon is located on Finder, click on the eject icon on its side. Do not select “Card Power Off” from the SxS memory card icon displayed on the menu bar. To use the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software To copy clips to the local disk of a computer, the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software must be used. Install the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software on the supplied CD-ROM to your computer. Although the data regarding recorded materials are stored over multiple files and folders, you can easily handle the clips without considering such data and directory structure by using the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software. If you operate, e.g. copy the clips on the SxS memory card by using the Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Macintosh), the subsidiary data contained by the clips may not be maintained. To avoid such a problem, use the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software. See “Using the CD-ROM” (page 13) for the operating requirements, and refer to the User’s Guide contained in the CD-ROM. For support information on the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software, visit the web sites shown in “XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software” (page 14) or on the cover page of the supplied CD-ROM. Note Note Note

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications To use a nonlinear editing system For a nonlinear editing system, optional editing software that corresponds to the recording formats used with this camcorder is required. For the nonlinear editing performed via the HDV/ DV connector, see “Nonlinear editing” (page 77). Store the clips to be edited on the HDD of your computer in advance, using the supplied XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software. Some editing software may not operate properly. Be sure to confirm before use that it conforms to the recording formats used with this camcorder. To use Final Cut Pro of Apple Inc. It is necessary to convert the clips to files that can be edited with the Final Cut Pro, using XDCAM Transfer. For information on XDCAM Transfer, visit the web sites shown in “XDCAM EX web sites” (page 12) or on the cover page of the supplied CD-ROM. Connecting an External Device with the HD SDI Connector Dubbing clips This section shows an example for connecting this unit and an HDCAM-series or XDCAM HD-series device such as the HDW-2000 to perform dubbing clips from an SxS memory card to a tape. AUDIO INPUT CH-1 -10 +4 -2 INPUT LEVEL (dB) CH-2 CH-1/3 Y Pb/B-Y Pr/R-Y CH-2/4 OUTPUT HD SDI INPUT HDV/DV HD/SD SDI OUTPUT HDMI DC IN VIDEO OUTPUT COMPSITE COMPONENT S-VIDEO ! HDSDI INPUT a) HD/SD SDI OUTPUT This unit HDCAM-series VCR a) Cable with BNC connectors b) Select “1080i/720P” in “HDMI/CMPNT/ SDI Out SEL” (see page 87) of the VIDEO SET menu. Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) to an option other than “DVCAM”. b)

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications To perform dubbing 1 Set the format of video and audio input signals to HDSDI on the recorder. For details on the setting, refer to the operation manual supplied with the recorder. 2 Put the recorder into recording standby mode. 3 Insert the SxS memory card into this unit and cue up the clip you want to dub. 4 Start recording on the recorder. 5 Start playback of the clip on this unit. 6 When dubbing finishes, stop recording on the recorder and stop playback on this unit. Configuring a live recording system This section shows an example for connecting this unit and the BRC-Z700W HD 3CMOS Color Video Camera, microphones, AWS-G500 Live Contents Producer to configure a live recording system. On how to connect and use the BRC-Z700W, microphones and AWS-G500, refer to the operating instructions supplied with each device.

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications To record live materials on this unit Perform manual recording using the REC button. For operation method, see “Recording” (page 46). HD SDI INPUT a) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO HD SDI HD SDI HD SDI This unit BRC-Z700W c) AWS-G500 d) To distribution system M a) Cable with BNC connectors b) Select the video format matching with the input signal format with “Video Format” (see page 93) of the OTHERS menu. c) The HFBK-HD1 HD Interface Board (optional) is required. d) The BKAW-590 HD Serial Digital Interface Module (optional) is required. microphones b) HDSDI output connector (HFBK-HD1)

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications Connecting an External Device with the i.LINK Connector When an HDV-compatible video format is selected, you can connect an external device to the HDV/DV connector to perform dubbing of clips recorded on a SxS memory card using the external device or to record playback signals from the external device on the SxS memory card in this unit. You can also feed an HDV-format or a DVCAM-format signal to a nonlinear editing system connected via the HDV/ DV connector. • Use the i.LINK(HDV) connector only for one-to-one i.LINK connection. • Playback signals of clips recorded in a format other than SP 1080/60i (when “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”) or SP 1080/50i (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”) and SP 1080/24P cannot be output as converted to HDV signals. • Playback signals of clips recorded in HQ 1080/24P or HQ 720/24P format cannot be output as converted to DVCAM signals. • Use “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to switch the output format (between HDV and DVCAM). Be sure to turn off the power of the connected devices before switching the output format. • It is not possible to control the i.LINK- connected device from this unit using AV/C commands. Dubbing clips This section shows an example for connecting this unit and the HVR-M35 HDV Videocassette Recorder to perform dubbing clips from an SxS memory card to a tape. On how to use the HVR-M35, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the HVR-M35. a) i.LINK cable b) Select the input format according to the video format set on this unit. c) Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to “DVCAM” or “HDV”. Notes HDV/DVb) a) HDV/DVc) HVR-M35 This unit

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications To perform dubbing 1 Set the video format to SP 1080/60i (when “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”) or SP 1080/50i (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”) on this unit. 2 Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to “DVCAM” or “HDV”. Be sure to turn off the power of the connected devices before changing the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting. 3 Put the HVR-M35 into recording standby mode. 4 Insert the SxS memory card into this unit and cue up the clip you want to dub. 5 Start recording on the HVR-M35. 6 When dubbing finishes, stop recording on the HVR-M35 and stop playback on this unit. Recording an input signal from an external device This section shows an example for connecting this unit and the HVR-M35 HDV Videocassette Recorder to record the playback picture from the HVR-M35 on an SxS memory card. When the video format is set to SP 1080/60i (when “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”) or SP 1080/50i (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”) on this unit, HDV-format signals can be recorded. The timecodes superimposed on the i.LINK input are recorded regardless of the settings of the unit. On how to use the HVR-M35, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the HVR-M35. • DVCAM signals cannot be recorded on this unit. • Be sure to turn off the power of the connected devices before switching the output format (between HDV and DVCAM). a) i.LINK cable b) Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to “HDV”. Note Notes HVR-M35 HDV/DVb) a) HDV/DV This unit

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications To record a signal input from an external device 1 Set the video format to SP 1080/60i (when “Country” is set to “NTSC Area”) or SP 1080/50i (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”) on this unit. 2 Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to “HDV”. Be sure to turn off the power of the connected devices before changing the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting. 3 Set the VIDEO INPUT switch to i.LINK. 4 Start playback on the HVR-M35. 5 Start recording on this unit at the desired position. 6 When dubbing finishes, stop recording on this unit and stop playback on the HVR-M35. • An error message is displayed when any of the following cases occurs. If it does happen, stop the recording. - The video format of input signal does not match that specified on this unit. - A copy-protected stream is being fed in. • If the input to this unit stops during recording, “z REC” flashes on the monitor screen, indicating that no i.LINK signal is being recorded on the SxS memory card. When an input signal is resumed, recording is restarted, incrementing the clip number on the memory card. Nonlinear editing This section shows an example for connecting a computer with nonlinear editing software installed via the HDV/ DV connector, to edit clips recorded on an SxS memory card. For operations of the nonlinear editing software, refer to the operation manual of the software. a) i.LINK cable b) With nonlinear editing software installed. c) Set “i.LINK I/O Select” (see page 89) of the VIDEO SET menu to “HDV” or “DVCAM”. • DVCAM signals cannot be recorded on this unit. • Be sure to turn off the power of the connected devices before switching the output format (between HDV and DVCAM). • The HDV/DV connector of this unit is a 6-pin connector. Check the number of pins of the i.LINK connector on your computer and use an appropriate i.LINK cable. Note Notes Notes a) HDV/DVc) This unit Computer b)

Chapter 6 Example Connections for Various Applications • When making a search through pictures recorded on the memory card loaded into this unit from the computer, it may take some time until the search display is reflected on the computer. • If the current playback clip is short or the playback starting point is near the end of the clip, the i.LINK signal may be interrupted between the clip and the next clip. When you try to capture such a signal using the nonlinear editing system, a malfunction may occur, depending on the nonlinear editing software in use. • If you specify a search speed other than 4 or 15 times normal with the nonlinear editing system, no i.LINK signal is output. In such a case, the picture on the LCD monitor may stay frozen. • High-speed playback picture may not be displayed on the computer screen, depending on the nonlinear editing software in use.

79 Showing the Status Display Status Display Showing the Status Display This unit provides a status display switchable through three types of screens, allowing you to check the various settings and statuses of the unit. You can view the status display on the monitor screen. For connections of an external video monitor, see “Connecting External Video Monitors” (page 68). Available status screens • Audio status screen (see page 80) • Video status screen (see page 80) • Remote/media status screen (see page 81) To show one of the status display Press the STATUS button. To switch the status screens Pressing the M or m button switches the screens in sequence. To clear the status display Press the STATUS button again. The status display is cleared if you press the MENU button to show the menu and start or stop (with the STOP button) playback. • When playback starts after the status display is shown in playback pause mode, the status display is not cleared automatically. • When you show the status display during recording, it is not cleared automatically after you stops recording by pressing the STOP button. REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END STATUS button M, m buttons Menu button Notes

Chapter 7 Status Display Audio Status Screen The audio status screen displays information on audio signals. CH-1/CH-2/CH-3/CH-4: Audio level meters The playback audio levels of channels 1 and 2 or channels 3 and 4 are displayed according to the “Output CH” setting of the AUDIO SET menu. If audio input is fed while this unit is in recording or E-E mode with the VIDEO INPUT switch set to HD SDI or SG, the input audio levels are displayed. In this case, the channel indications at the left of the meters are CH-1 and CH-2 regardless of the “Output CH” setting of the AUDIO SET menu. If the VIDEO INPUT switch is set to i.LINK, the “Output CH” setting of the AUDIO SET menu is displayed. Set “Output CH” to “CH-1,CH-2” when i.LINK input is selected. In other conditions, the meters do not function. Output CH: Output channel setting The “Output CH” setting of the AUDIO SET menu is displayed. Headphones: Headphone output The output audio channel(s) for the headphones is/are displayed. The “Monitor CH” setting of the AUDIO SET menu is valid as-is. Video Status Screen The video status screen displays information on recording and playback of video signals. Video Format: Video format setting Displays the number of effective lines, frame rate, and scan format set in “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu. Rec Mode: Recording bit rate Displays the bit rate (HQ or SP) set in “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu. HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out: HDMI, component and SDI output status Display the number of effective lines, frame rate, and scan format of the signal being fed from the HDMI, COMPONENT and HD/ SD SDI OUTPUT connectors according to the “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL” setting of the VIDEO SET menu. Video Out: Analog video format Displays the format (NTSC or PAL) of the analog composite signal being fed from the COMPOSITE and S-VIDEO connectors. Down Converter: Down-converter setting of the SD output Displays the “Down Converter” setting (Squeeze, Letterbox, Edge Crop) of the VIDEO SET menu. CH-1 CH-2 Output CH Headphones AUDIO : CH-1,CH-2 : CH-1/CH-2 oo -40 -30 -20 -10 0 OVER 1/3 Video Format Rec Mode HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out Video Out Down Conver ter i . LI NK O u t : 1080/60i : SP : 1080/60i : NTSC : Squeeze : HDV VIDEO 2/3

Chapter 7 Status Display i.LINK Out: HDV/DV output status Displays the output status of the HDV/ DV connector (HDV, DVCAM, or off) depending on the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting of the VIDEO SET menu. Remote/Media Status Screen The remote/media status screen displays the status of the IR remote commander, remaining space of the media and available recording time. IR REMOTE: IR remote commander status Displays the status (ON: enabled, OFF: disabled) of the IR remote commander. HDD A/HDD B: Battery remaining of PHU-60K units Display the remaining power levels of the batteries of the PHU-60K units connected via the respective card slots when PHU- 60K Professional Hard Disk Units are connected. Media A/Media B: Remaining space of the media and available recording time The remaining space of the SxS memory cards in the respective card slots are indicated on the meters. At the right of the remaining space meter, the available time for recording if done at the current bit rate is displayed, in minutes. The time indication will be “- - min” if no SxS memory card or an invalid card is in the slot. If the card is write-protected, “Protected” is shown to the right of the available recording time indication. IR REMOTE :On Battery HDD A HDD B 0 50 100% Media A 20min Media B 50min Protected REMOTE/ MEDIA 3/3

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Overview of the Setup Menus This unit allows you to make various settings for recording and playback with setup menus on the monitor screen. For connections of an external video monitor, see “Connecting External Video Monitors” (page 68). Setup menu configuration The following menu icons are displayed when you press the MENU button, allowing you to select the corresponding menus. AUDIO SET menu For setting the audio-related items (see page 86). VIDEO SET menu For setting the items related to video outputs (see page 87). LCD SET menu For setting the items related to the displays on the LCD display (see page 89). TC/UB SET menu For setting the items related to timecodes and user bits (see page 90). OTHERS menu For setting the other items (see page 91). Setup menu layers 00:00 AUDIO SET VIDEO SET LCD SET TC/UB SET OTHERS MENU Audio Input Audio Output HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP CMPST/ S Out Display Setup Down Converter i.LINK I/O Select Wide Mode LCD Timecode Users Bit TC Format All Reset Setup Data Time Zone Clock Set Language Hours Meter IR Remote Country Video Format Clip Format Media

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Basic Menu Operations This section describes the basic operations for setting the setup menu items. To display the setup menu Press the MENU button. The menu icons appear on the monitor screen. The cursor is displayed on the icon of the menu used last, and the corresponding menu item selection area is displayed to the right. Example: When the cursor is located at (TC/UB SET menu icon) To set the setup menus 1 Press the M or m button to move the cursor to the icon of the menu you wish to set. The selectable menu items are displayed in the menu item selection area to the right of the icon. 2 Press the SET button. The cursor moves to the menu item selection area. You can also move the cursor to the menu item selection area by pressing the , button. The menu item selection area can show seven lines at maximum. When all the selectable items cannot be displayed at one time, you can scroll the display up or down by moving the cursor. A triangle appears at the upper or lower right corner of the menu item selection area to indicate that scrolling is enabled. REC LEVEL CH-1 VIDEO INPUT PHONES DISPLAY MENU TC/UB STATUS F REV PLAY/PAUSE m u SLOT SELECT CH-2 iLINK HD SDI SG AUDIO INPUT PHONE LEVEL PREV . NEXT > F FWD M SET A B THUMBNAIL CANCEL ANALOG HD SDI CH-1/2 HD SDI CH-3/4 ACCESS 1 STOP x REC z TOP END MENU button SET button CANCEL button <, ,, M, m buttons 00:00 00:00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF B B Menu icon Menu item selection area 00:00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF B B Menu item selection area • A B symbol is displayed to the right of any item that has subitems. • The current setting value is displayed to the right of an item that has no subitems. • To return to the previous layer, select “ ” or press the CANCEL button.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Example: OTHERS menu 3 Press the M or m button to move the cursor to the menu item you wish to set, then press the SET button to confirm the selection. The setting area appears to the right of the menu item selection area, and the cursor moves to the top of its subitems. When you select an item without subitems, that is, an item which is only to be turned on and off or to be switched between settings, the choices are displayed to the right with the cursor positioned on the currently selected setting. In this case, proceed to step 5. Example 4 For the item that has subitems, press the M or m button to move the cursor to the subitem you wish to set, then press the SET button to confirm the selection. The available values of the selected subitems are displayed, and the cursor moves to the current value. • The available value area can show seven lines at maximum. When all the selectable values cannot be displayed at one time, you can scroll the display up or down by moving the cursor. A triangle appears at the upper or lower right corner of the available value area to indicate that scrolling is enabled (see the figure in step 3). • For items having a wide range of available values (example: –99 to +99), the available value area is not displayed. The current setting is highlighted instead, indicating that the setting is ready for change. 00:00 OTHERS All Reset Setup Data Time Zone Clock Set Language Hours Meter UTC +09:00 English B : B : B V Displayed when there are more menu items beneath. (v shown at the top indicates that there are more menu items above.) 00:00 Mode Run Setting Reset : Preset : Rec Run : 00:00:00:00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF B B Setting area • The subitems and their current values are displayed. • To return to the previous layer, select or press the CANCEL button. 00:00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF NDF B B Choices To return to the previous layer, press the CANCEL button. 00:00 Mode Run Setting Reset : Preset : Rec Run : Free Run 00 TC/UB SET Timecode Users Bit TC Format : DF B B Available value area To return to the previous layer, press the CANCEL button.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings 5 Select the desired value by pressing the M or m button, then press the SET button to confirm the setting. To cancel the setting, press the CANCEL button. When the SET button is pressed, the setting is changed and the new setting is displayed. When you select “Execute” for an execution item, the corresponding function is executed. To return to the previous layer, press the CANCEL button. For an item that requires your confirmation When you select an item that you must confirm before execution in step 3, the menu display temporarily disappears, and a confirmation message is displayed. Following the instructions of message, specify whether to execute or cancel. To enter a character string When you select an item for which a character string, such as a time value or file name, is to be specified, the input area for the character string is highlighted, and “SET” appears at the right end. 1 Select a character using the M or m button, then press the SET button to confirm the selection. The cursor moves to the next position. To return to the previous position, press the CANCEL button. 2 Perform setting in the same manner up to the last position. The cursor moves to “SET”. 3 Press the SET button. The setting is completed. To terminate the menu operation Press the MENU button. This returns to the normal screen.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Setup Menu List The functions and available settings of menus are listed below. The default settings set at the factory are shown in bold face (example: Preset). AUDIO SET menu Menu items Subitems and setting values Description Audio Input Setting for audio inputs 1KHz Tone On / Off Turn the 1-kHz reference tone signal on/off when the VIDEO INPUT switch is set to SG in recording or E-E mode. Rec Level Preset / Manual Select whether to set the audio recording levels to the preset values or to control them with the REC LEVEL CH-1 and CH-2 knobs on the front panel. Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when the VIDEO INPUT switch is set to i.LINK or SG.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings VIDEO SET menu Audio Output Setting for audio outputs Monitor CH CH-1 / CH-2 (CH-3 / CH-4) CH-1+CH-2 (CH-3+CH-4) CH-1 (CH-3) CH-2 (CH-4) Select the audio channel(s) to be output to the headphones or the speaker. CH-1/CH-2 (CH-3/CH-4): Stereo CH-1+CH-2 (CH-3+CH-4): Mix CH-1 (CH-3): CH-1 (CH-3) only CH-2 (CH-4): CH-2 (CH-4) only The “Output CH” setting determines which pair of channels (CH-1 and CH-2 or CH-3 and CH-4) is used. Output CH CH-1,CH-2 CH-3,CH-4 Select audio channels to be output through the AUIDO OUTPUT CH-1/3 and CH-2/4 connectors, the headphones, or the HDMI connector from either channels 1 and 2 or channels 3 and 4. Notes • This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when this unit is in recording or E-E mode with the VIDEO INPUT switch set to HD SDI or SG. • Set this item to “CH-1,CH-2” when i.LINK input is selected. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out SEL Setting the HDMI/ component/SDI outputs The setting value in parentheses is displayed when PAL format is selected (when “Country” is set to “PAL Area”). 1080i/720P 1080i 480i (576i) 480P (576P) Select the signals to be output from the HDMI, COMPONENT and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors. 1080i/720P: HD signal recorded or played back 1080i: 1080i signal (or 720P signal converted to 1080i signal) 480i (576i): Down-converted SD signal 480P (576P): Down-converted SD progressive signal Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) and the setting value is fixed to 480i (576i) when the “i.LINK I/O Select” setting is “DVCAM”. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP Making a setting for superinposition of text information on the HDMI/ component/SDI outputs On / Off Set whether to superimpose the same text information (menus and status indications) on the output signals from the HDMI, COMPONENT and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors as that displayed on the LCD display. CMPST/ S Out Display Making a setting for superinposition of text information on the composite/S- video outputs On / Off Set whether to superimpose the same text information (menus and status indications) on the output signals from the COMPOSITE and S-VIDEO connectors as that displayed on the LCD display. Setup Setting 7.5% setup for the composite signal On / Off Set whether to add 7.5% black setup to the output signal from the COMPOSITE connector when a format of NTSC is selected. Notes • This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when a format of PAL is selected. • The default setting is different among the sales areas. United States and Canada: On Other areas: Off Down Converter Selecting the operation mode of the down converter Squeeze / Letterbox / Edge Crop Set the output mode (aspect) for SD output from the COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT, and HD/SD SDI OUTPUT connectors. Squeeze: To horizontally reduce a 16:9 picture to output a 4:3 picture Letterbox: To mask the upper and lower areas of a 4:3 picture to display a 16:9 picture in the center of the screen Edge Crop: To cut the both sides of a 16:9 picture to output a 4:3 picture Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) during recording or playback. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings LCD SET menu i.LINK I/O Select Setting for input/ output of the HDV/DV connector HDV /DVCAM / Off Disable the input/output of the HDV/DV connector (Off) or select the format of the HDV/DV connector input/output (HDV or DVCAM). Notes • Playback signals of clips recorded in HQ 1080/24P or HQ 720/24P format cannot be output as converted to DVCAM signals. • It is impossible to use the DVCAM format signal for recording or E-E picture display. Wide Mode Selecting whether to add screen- related information On / Off Select “On” to add wide screen-related information to SD signals output from the COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT, and HDV/DV connectors. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description LCD Making settings for the LCD display Color –99 to +99 (±0) Set the color density of pictures on the LCD display. Contrast –99 to +99 (±0) Set the contrast of pictures on the LCD display. Brightness –99 to +99 (±0) Set the brightness of pictures on the LCD display. Backlight –99 to +99 (±0) Set the backlight brightness of the LCD display. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings TC/UB SET menu Menu items Subitems and setting values Description Timecode Setting the timecode Mode Preset / Regen / Ext Regen Set the timecode advance mode. Preset: To start the timecode from the specified value Regen (regeneration): To continue the timecode from that of the previous clip Ext Regen (external regeneration): To synchronize to the SDI embedded timecode input to the HD SDI INPUT connector Run Rec Run / Free Run Set the timecode generator running mode when the timecode advance mode is set to “Preset”. Rec Run: The timecode advances only during recording mode. Free Run: The timecode keeps advancing regardless of the operating mode. Setting Set the timecode to a desired value when the timecode advance mode is set to “Preset”. Select “SET” to finish the setting. Reset Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to reset the timecode to 00:00:00:00. Users Bit Setting the user bits Setting Set the user bits to a desired value. Note This item is disabled when “Mode” in the “Timecode” setting is set to “Ext Regen”. TC Format Setting the NTSC time code format DF / NDF Set the NTSC timecode format. DF: Drop frame NDF: Non drop frame Note This item is disabled when “Mode” in the “Timecode” setting is set to “Ext Regen”.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings OTHERS menu Menu items Subitems and setting values Description All Reset Resetting to the factory status Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to reset this unit to the factory status. (The “Date/Time” setting, “Time Zone” setting and timecode generated by the timecode generator are not reset.) Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) during recording or playback. Setup Data Storing/recalling all settings Store Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to store all setting values on the SxS memory card. (The “Date/Time” setting, “Time Zone” setting and timecode generated by the timecode generator are not stored.) Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when a write-protected memory card is loaded or during recording or playback. Recall Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to retrieve the setting values from the SxS memory card. (The “Date/Time” setting and “Time Zone” setting are not retrieved.) Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when an unavailable memory card is loaded or during recording or playback. Time Zone Setting the time difference UTC –12:00 to UTC +14:00 (UTC +9.00) Set the time-zone difference from UTC in steps of 30 minutes.

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Clock Set Setting the built-in clock Date / Time Set the current time and date. Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) during recording. 12H / 24H Select the display mode of time. 12H: 12-hour mode 24H: 24-hour mode Date Mode YYMMDD / MMDDYY / DDMMYY Select the display mode of the date. YYMMDD: In sequence of year, month, day MMDDYY: In sequence of month, day, year DDMMYY: In sequence of day, month, year Language Selecting the language for messages English / Chinese / Japanese English: To display the messages in English Chinese: To display the messages in Chinese Japanese: To display the messages in Japaneses. Note This setting is effective only on messages for warning and caution. The menus and status indications do not change. Hours Meter Displaying the hours meter Hours (Sys) The non-resettable accumulated time of use is displayed Hours (Reset) The resettable accumulated time of use is displayed Reset Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to reset the Hours (Reset) value to 0. IR Remote Activating/ deactivating the IR remote commander On / Off Set to “Off” to deactivate remote control operations from the supplied IR remote commander. Country Setting the area for use NTSC Area / PAL Area Select the color system for the area where you will use the camcorder. Notes • This item is disabled (displayed in grey) during recording or playback. • The default setting is different among the sales areas. United States and Canada: NTSC Other areas: PAL Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Video Format Selecting the video format Country: NTSC Area HQ 1080/60i SP 1080/60i HQ 1080/30P HQ 1080/24P HQ 720/60P Country: PAL Area HQ 1080/50i SP 1080/50i HQ 1080/25P HQ 720/50P Select the video format (bit rate, effective vertical lines, frame rate, and scan system in combination). Bit rate: HQ or SP Effective vertical lines: 1080 or 720 Frame rate: 50, 60, 24, 25, or 30 Scan system: i (interlace) or P (progressive) Note The default setting is different among the sales areas. United States and Canada: HQ 1080/60i Other areas: HQ 1080/50i Clip Setting for clip name or deletion Title Prefix nnn_ (nnn=least three digits of the serial number) Set the first 4-alphanumeric part of the clip names. You can use upper- and lowercase alphabets, numerics 0 to 9, - (hyphen), and _ (underscore). Number Set 0001 to 9999 Set the second 4-numeric part of the clip name. Update Media (A) / Media (B) Update the management file on the recording media. Media (A): Update the management file on the memory card in slot A. Media (B): Update the management file on the memory card in slot B. Note “Media (A)” or “Media (B)” (depending on the slot in use) is disabled (displayed in grey) when a write-protected memory card is loaded or during recording or playback. All Clips DEL Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to delete all clips on the active SxS memory card. Notes • Clips to which you applied OK mark cannot be deleted. • This item is disabled (displayed in grey) when a write-protected memory card is loaded, or during recording or playback. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Chapter 8 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Clip Setting for clip name or deletion All Clips CPY AtB / BtA When two SxS memory cards are used, copy all the clips stored in a memory card to the other memory card. AtB: Copy the clips in the memory card in slot A to the memory card in slot B. BtA: Copy the clips in the memory card in slot B to the memory card in slot A. Note Note This item is disabled (displayed in grey) in the following cases. • No memory card is loaded in the copy destination slot. • No usable memory card is not loaded in the copy source slot. • The unit is in recording/playback mode. Format Media Formatting SxS memory cards Media(A) Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to format the SxS memory card in slot A. Media(B) Execute / Cancel Select “Execute” to format the SxS memory card in slot B. Menu items Subitems and setting values Description

Appendix Important Notes on Operation On operation and storage locations Avoid operation or storage in any of the following places. • Location subject to extremes of temperature (operating temperature range 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)) • Location subject to direct sunlight for long periods, or close to heating appliances (Note that the interior of a car left in summer with the windows closed can exceed 50°C (122°F).) • Damp or dusty places • Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain • Location subject to severe vibrations • Location near equipment generating strong electromagnetic emissions • Location near transmitting stations generating strong radio waves Use the supplied stand Use the supplied stand to place the unit on its side. Avoid violent impacts Dropping the unit, or otherwise imparting a violent shock to it, is likely to cause it to malfunction. Do not obstruct ventilation openings To prevent the unit from overheating, do not obstruct ventilation openings, by for example wrapping the unit in a cloth while it is in operation. On cleaning If the casing or panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. In the event of extreme dirt, use a cloth steeped in a neutral detergent to remove the dirt, then wipe with a dry cloth. Applying alcohol, thinners, insecticides, or other volatile solvents may result in deforming the casing or damaging the finish. On repacking and shipping • Remove the memory cards before transporting the unit. • Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your unit. For maximum protection, repack your unit as it was originally packed at the factory, and take care not to impart violent shocks in transit. After use Press the power button to turn off the power. If not to be used for an extended period of time Disconnect the unit from the AC power source (see page 28).

interference from portable communications devices The use of portable telephones and other communications devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and interference with audio and video signals. It is recommended that the portable communications devices near this unit be powered off. About the LCD panels The LCD panels are manufactured with extremely high-precision technology that yields effective pixel rates of 99.99% or higher. However, very rarely, one or more pixels may be permanently dark or permanently lit in white, red, blue, or green. This phenomenon is not a malfunction. Such pixels have no effect on the recorded data, and the unit may be used with confidence even if they are present. Periodic Maintenance Digital hours meter The digital hours meter keeps cumulative counts of the total operating time. These counts can be displayed on the monitor screen. Use them as guidelines for scheduling maintenance. Consult a Sony dealer about necessary periodic maintenance checks. To display the digital hours meter Select “Hours Meter” of the OTHERS menu. The cumulative total hours during which the unit is powered on is displayed in one- hour increments. Hours (Sys): The non-resettable accumulated time of use is displayed. Hours (Reset): The resettable accumulated time of use is displayed. To reset the value Select “Reset”, select “Execute”, and press the SET button. 00:00 OTHERS All Reset Setup Data Time Zone Clock Set Language Hours Meter IR Remote UTC +09:00 English Off B : B : B B V v Hours (Sys) Hours (Reset) Reset : 18250H : 560H

screen, or if the unit appears to be malfunctioning, please check the following before contacting a Sony dealer. Recording/playback Symptoms Cause Remedy Recording does not start when you press the REC button. The SxS memory card is write- protected. Release the write protection (see page 37), or replace the card with a non- protected SxS memory card. The SxS memory card is full. Replace the card with one having sufficient space. The SxS memory card needs restoration. Restore the memory card (see page 40). The video format of the input signal does not match with the video format set on this unit. Set this unit to the same video format as that of the input signal. (see page 31). The supplied IR remote commander does not work. Remote control operation is disabled. Enable remote control operation (see page 43). The battery of the IR remote commander is exhausted. Replace the battery with a new one (see page 43). Audio recording is not possible. The REC LEVEL controls are set to the minimum level. Adjust the audio recording levels with the REC LEVEL controls (see page 48), and record again. The recorded sound is distorted. The audio level is too high. Change the AUDIO INPUT LEVEL switch setting (see page 47), and record again. The recorded sound has a high noise level. The audio level is too low. Adjust the audio recording levels with the REC LEVEL controls (see page 48), and record again. The REC LEVEL controls do not work. The audio recording levels are set to the preset values. Set “Rec Level” in “Audio Input” of the AUDIO SET menu to “Manual” (see page 86).

Symptoms Cause Remedy Cannot freely set the initial time data value. Regen mode or Ext regen mode is selected. Set “Mode” in “Timecode” of the TC/UB SET menu to “Preset” (see page 90). Symptoms Cause Remedy Data is not superimposed on the monitor screen. The DISPLAY button is turned off. Turn the DISPLAY button on. Superimposition is disabled. Set “HDMI/CMPNT/SDI Out DISP” or “CMPST/ S Out Display” of the VIDEO SET menu to “On” (see page 88). The image on the monitor screen is too bright. The 75 Ω termination switch for video input on the monitor is in the OFF position, or a 75 Ω terminator is not fitted to its video input connector. Set the 75 Ω termination switch to ON or connect a terminator. The image on the monitor screen is too dark. In a video signal loop-through connection of multiple video monitors, 75 Ω termination switches for video input on monitors other than the loop-end monitor are in the ON position. Set the 75 Ω termination switches to OFF on all monitors other than the loop-end monitor.

sometimes output alarm messages such as the one shown below to the monitor screen. Symptoms Cause Remedy The device connected via i.LINK interface does not react as expected; for example, no picture appears on its screen. It sometimes takes time for the connected device to recognize the operation. Wait for about 15 seconds. If the connected device still does not react, do the following: • Check the i.LINK cable, for example, by replugging it. • Turn the power off, and connect the cable again. • Change the i.LINK cable. The input format (HDV or DVCAM) set on the connected device does not match with the output format set on this unit. Set the connected device to the same video format as that on this unit. (see page 31). The video format is not set to SP1080/ 60i on this unit. Set the video format on this unit to SP1080/60i (see page 31). A clip recorded in the video format other than SP1080/ 60i and SP1080/ 24P is played back. Play back a clip recorded in SP1080/60i- or SP1080/24P-format. Alarm messages Cause and measures Media Near Full Free space on the SxS memory card has become insufficient. Replace it with another at the earliest opportunity. Media Full No space is left on the SxS memory card. Recording, clip copying and clip division cannot be performed. Replace it with another. Voltage Low The DC IN voltage has become low (stage 1). Check the power supply. Insufficient Voltage The DC IN voltage is too low (stage 2). Recording cannot be performed. Connect other power source.

Error messages This unit is provided with a self-diagnostic function that detects internal abnormalities. When it detects an abnormality, it outputs an error message to the monitor screen. Backup Battery End Please Change. The remaining power of the backup battery is insufficient. Replace the battery with a new one. For replacing the battery, contact a Sony dealer. Unknown Media(A) a) Please Change. A partitioned memory card or one that contains recorded clips exceeding the number permitted with this camcorder is loaded. This card cannot be used with this camcorder. Remove it and load a compatible card. Media Error Media(A) a) Needs to be Restored An error occurred with the memory card. The card requires restoration. Remove the card, load it again, and restore it. Media Error Cannot Record to Media(A) a) Recording cannot be done, as the memory card is defective. As playback may be possible, it is recommended to replace it with another card after copying the clips, as required. Media Error Cannot Use Media(A) a) Neither recording nor playback can be done, as the memory card is defective. It cannot be operated with this camcorder. Replace it with another card. Video Format Mismatch The external signal input via the i.LINK connection cannot be recorded, as the Video Format setting is different from the signal format of the external input signal. Change “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu to match it to that of the external signal. Copy Protected Input Cannot Record The external signal input via the i.LINK connection cannot be recorded, as the stream is copy-protected. Check the input signal. Media Error Playback Halted An error occurred in reading data from the memory card, and playback cannot be continued. If this frequently occurs, change the memory card after copying the clips, as required. Media(A) a) Error Recording cannot be done, as an error occurred with the memory card. If this frequently occurs, change the memory card. Alarm messages Cause and measures