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1 Operating Instructions4 Table of ContentsUsing the CD-ROM Adjusting the Grip Using the IR Remote Commander 5 Adjusting the IrisAdjusting the Zoom Adjusting the Focus Reducing Flickers 6 Rec ReviewInterval Recording Frame Recording Fader Function 7 Playing Back ClipsClip Operations Showing the Status Screens CAMERA Status Screen AUDIO Status Screen VIDEO Status Screen BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen Overview of the Setup Menus Basic Menu Operations Setup Menu List 8 Connecting External MonitorsOperating Clips With a Computer Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection) Important Notes on Operation Formats and Limitations of Outputs Backup Battery Error/Warning Indications About i.LINK MPEG-2Video Patent Portfolio License Index 9 Package Configuration10 Features11 14x zoom lensVersatile focus-assistancefunctions Creative Recording Modes and Settings 23.98P native recording Slow & Quick Motion function Slow Shutter function Selectable gamma curves Interval Recording function Frame Recording function Shutter-anglesettings Picture Profile feature Shot Transition function A variety of functions and designs for high operability 12 Using the CD-ROM2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read Note 13 System Requirements for Using the ApplicationsSxS Device Driver Software Applicable hardware XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software CPU Windows: Macintosh: Memory Windows: Software Installation2 Select and click on the software that you wish to install Uninstalling an application program Windows computer Macintosh computer 14 Parts Identifications15 8.Viewfinder (page 26)9.Eyecup (page 26) Eyecup 10.Eyepiece focusing knob (page 26) 11.Headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page 55, page 81) 12.i.LINK (HDV) connector (4-pin,S400 conforming to IEEE1394) (page 114) 13.Hooks for the shoulder strap (left and right) 14.Built-inspeaker (page 55, page 81) 15.Grip (page 28) Grip 16.BATTERY RELEASE button (page 22) 17.SDI OUT connector (BNC type) (page 110) 18.A/V OUT connector (audio/video multi output) (page 111) 19.COMPONENT OUT connector (Mini D) (page 110) 20.USB connector (Mini B) (page 111) 21.Accessory shoe 22.REC/TALLY lamp (page 35, page 122) 23.IR remote control receptor 24.AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors (XLR) and input selection switches (page 54) 25.WHT BAL (automatic white balance adjustment) button (page 38) 26.SHUTTER switch (page 43) 27.ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 57) 16 Operation panel on the handle35L Upper operation panel Lens control block 17 Side operation panelCard slot block Rear operation panel Controls on the grip 76.REC START/STOP button (page 34) 77.RELEASE (grip release) button (page 28) 78.REC REVIEW button (page 57) 79.EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 48) 80.Servo zoom lever (page 46) 81.LENS REMOTE connector (page 47) Bottom 82.ZOOM switch (page 46) 83.Tripod receptacle 84.Backup battery holder (page 119) 18 IR Remote Commander (Supplied)1.ZOOM T/W (telephoto/wide-angle)button 2.SHOTMARK 1 and 2 buttons (page 56, page 87) 3.THUMBNAIL button 4.PREV (previous clip jump) button 5.F REV (fast reverse) button 6.PLAY/PAUSE button 7.REC (record) buttons 8.REC PAUSE buttons PUSH SET button (four-way arrow key) 10.NEXT button 11.STOP button 12.F FWD (fast forward) button 13.PUSH AF button 19 On-ScreenIndications5.Time data indication [M] (page 53) 6.Media remaining indication [M] (page 33) 7.Zoom position indication [M] (page 46) 8.TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 101) 20 STD9.Steady Shot indication [M][D] (page 51) 10.Focus mode indication [M] ( [D] only in MF mode) (page 48) 12.Picture profile indication [M][D] (page 70) 13.ND filter indication [M] (page 37) 14.Iris position indication [M][D] (page 45) 15.Gain indication [M][D] (page 42) 16.Shutter mode/shutter speed indication [M][D] (page 43) 17.Audio level meters [M] (page 55) 18.Histogram indication [M][A] 19.Fader indication [M] (page 68) 20.Video level cautioning indication [M] 21.Depth-of-Fieldindication [M][A] 22.Brightness level indication [M][A] 24.Video Format indication [M] (page 36) Direct Menu OperationTo operate the Direct menu 1 Press the joystick or the jog dial Example: 22 Power SupplyTo check in power-offstatus If the battery charge remaining becomes low To change the message levels 23 Using AC Power (DC IN Power)3 Set the mode switch of the BC-U1to the DC OUT position 24 Setting the Clock28 Adjusting the GripUsing the IR Remote Commander29 Battery lifetimeReplacing the battery in the IR Remote Commander WARNING CAUTION ATTENTION VORSICHT IR Remote Commander until it clicks 30 Handling SxS Memory Cards31 Inserting/Removing an SxS Memory Card3 Close the cover Status indications by the ACCESS lamps Lamp Slot statuses Inserting an SxS memory card 1 Slide the cover to the left to open 2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot Removing an SxS memory card 2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card To execute formatting Recording/playback during formatting If formatting fails 32 Switching Between SxS Memory CardsFormatting an SxS Memory CardTo format by menu operation Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording Replacing an SxS memory card 33 Restoring an SxS Memory CardTo restore a card If restoration fails Recording/playback during restoration 34 Basic Operation Procedure35 7 Press the REC START/STOP button8 To stop recording, press the REC START/STOP button again To prevent a switching error Checking the last recorded clip (Rec Review) 9 Press the REC REVIEW button To delete clips 36 Selecting the Video Format37 Switching the ND Filters38 Adjusting the White Balance42 Setting the Gain43 Setting the Electronic Shutter45 Adjusting the Iris46 Adjusting the Zoom48 Adjusting the FocusPeaking 49 Adjusting in MF ModeAdjusting the focus with the focus ring One-Push(Momentary) Auto Focusing MF Assist function Activating the MF Assist function using the CAMERA SET menu Activating the MF Assist function using the Direct menu 50 Adjusting in AF ModeUsing Macro Mode 51 Eliminating PictureReducing Flickers 52 Setting the Time DataVideo Frame TC Format formats setting 53 Setting the User BitsSetting eight digits as desired Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Fix.” Specify the values on the Setting line and select “SET.” Recording the current date as the user bits Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Date.” Displaying the Time Data 54 Recording Audio SignalsUsing the Built-inStereo Microphones Using External Inputs Using an External Microphone3 Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch (CH-1or CH-2)to EXT MIC: 55 Adjusting the Audio Recording LevelsTo adjust the levels automatically (AGC) To adjust the levels manually Audio recording in special recording modes Monitoring the AudioTo adjust the audio monitoring volume 56 Outputting the ColorBars and Reference Tone Recording Shot Marks 57 Rec ReviewChanging Functions of the Assignable Buttons 58 Interval Recording1 Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu 2 Set “Setting” to “On.” 3 Set the time between recordings with “Interval Time.” 4 Set the number of frames to be recorded at a time with “Number of Frames.” 5 Exit the menu 59 Performing Interval RecordingPress the REC START/STOP button Stopping Interval Recording Canceling Interval Recording mode 60 Frame Recording61 Slow & Quick MotionRecording3 Select the frame rate for recording with “Frame Rate.” With a 1080 format: 1 to 30 fps With a 720 format: 1 to 60 fps Setting the recording frame rate with the Direct menu 62 Recording in Slow & Quick Motion ModeStopping recording Canceling Slow & Quick Motion mode 63 Freeze Mix: Image Alignment64 Shot Transition65 Shot-transitioninformation areaSetting procedure 1 Select “Shot Transition” from the CAMERA SET menu 2 Specify the conditions for a shot transition Trans Time Trans Speed Time/Speed Setting Trans Curve Setting Contents and icon Start Timer Rec Link Off: Exit the menu to finish the settings Registering a shot Press the MODE button to display area image you wish to register Shot A or Shot B button Checking the Registered Settings (Shot) 66 Recording with a Shot Transition3 Press the REC START/STOP button When “Rec Link” is “Shot-A”or “Shot Making a transition from Shot A to Shot B 2 Press the A button 67 4 Press the REC START/STOP buttonMaking a transition from Shot B to Shot A 2 Press the B button Ending recording To cancel recording while a transition is in progress Releasing a Shot Transition 68 Fader Function69 For fading in a sceneFor fading out Starting Recording with a Fade In Ending Recording with a Fade Out Press the REC START/STOP button to start fading out of the camera picture Canceling the Fader function 70 Picture Profiles4 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button to exit the menu Selecting a Picture Profile using the Direct menu 71 Copying the Settings of a Picture Profile“Selecting a Picture Profile using the PICTURE PROFILE menu” on page 2 Select “Copy” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Specify the target picture profile 4 Select “Execute.” Resetting a Picture Profile2 Select “Reset” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Select “Execute.” 72 Picture Profile ItemsPICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Profile Name Matrix Color Correction 73 WhiteDetail 74 Skin Tone DetailKnee 75 GammaBlack Black Gamma Low Key SAT Copy Reset 1.Select “Area Detection.” 2.Select “Execute.” 76 Deleting Clips77 Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data78 Playing Back Clips8.Special recording information Switching the SxS memory cards Displaying only the clips marked OK on the thumbnail screen 79 PlaybackPlaying back the selected and subsequent clips in sequence 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button 80 Display example (Playback mode):Information displayed on the playback screen Guide marks Functions 7.Audio levels 1.Battery remaining/DC IN voltage 2.Playback mode 3.SxS memory card in use 4.Time data 5.Clip no./total number of clips on the memory card 6.Joystick operation guidance area Pausing the playback Switching to high-speedplayback To play at a high speed in the forward direction To play at a high speed in the reverse direction To return to normal playback 81 Cueing upTo return to the top of the current clip To start playback from the top of the first clip To jump to the top of the next clip To start playback from the top of the last clip Monitoring audio Adding shot marks during playback Stopping playback Press the STOP button 82 Clip Operations83 Basic Operations of the Clip Operation MenusDisplaying a Clip Operation menu Selecting a Clip Operation menu item Clip Operation menu on the thumbnail screen Item Clip Operation menu in Pause mode 84 Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip1.Image of the current clip 2.Image of the previous clip 3.Image of the next clip 4.Clip name 5.OK mark 6.Date and starting time of recording 7.Recording format 9.Timecode of the displayed frame 10.Timecode at the recording starting point 11.Timecode at the recording ending point 12.Duration of the clip 13.Recorded audio channels Adding the OK Mark to a Clip2 Select “Execute,” and press the jog dial or the joystick Adding the OK mark 1 Select “OK MARK ADD” from the Clip Deleting the OK mark Operation menu 1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 2 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick 85 Copying a Clip2 Select “COPY CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To copy, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Examples: To cancel copying on the way Deleting a Clip2 Select “DELETE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Displaying the EXPAND CLIP Screen2 Select “EXPAND CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu EXPAND CLIP screen 1.Frame information 2.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the EXPAND CLIP screen 86 Displaying the SHOT MARK Screen1 Select a clip on the thumbnail screen 2 Press the joystick or the jog dial 3 Select “SHOT MARK,” “SHOT MARK1,” or “SHOT MARK2.” SHOT MARK: SHOT MARK1: SHOT MARK screen example 1.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the SHOT MARK screen 87 Adding/Deleting Shot MarksAdding a shot mark in Pause mode 2 Select “SHOT MARK1 ADD” or “SHOT MARK2 ADD” from the Clip Operation menu Adding a shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen Deleting a shot mark 2 Select the “SHOT MARK1 DEL” or “SHOT MARK2 DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 88 Changing the Index Frame2 Select “SET INDEX PIC” from the Clip Operation menu Dividing a Clip2 Select “DIVIDE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 89 Showing the Status Screens90 CAMERA Status Screen91 AUDIO Status Screen92 VIDEO Status ScreenBUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen 93 BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen94 Overview of the Setup Menus95 Basic Menu Operations98 Setup Menu List110 Connecting External Monitors111 Operating Clips With a Computer112 To connect with a USB cable1 Turn the camcorder on by setting the power switch to CAMERA or MEDIA 2 Select “Execute” by operating the jog dial or the joystick Windows 113 MacintoshUsing the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software Using a nonlinear editing system To use Final Cut Pro of Apple Computer, Inc 114 Connecting an ExternalDevice (i.LINK Connection)Set the camcorder to Media mode Setting on this camcorder 115 Recording External Input Signals1 Set the external signal to a format that can be recorded on the camcorder 2 Set “i.LINK I/O” (page 108) of the OTHERS menu to “Enable.” 4 Press the STOP button to set the camcorder to STOP mode 5 Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle 116 Important Notes on OperationPhenomena specific to CMOS image sensors White flecks Aliasing Flicker Focal plane 117 Video Formats and OutputFormatsOutput formats in E-Emode1)/recording mode (Camera mode) Output format format YPbPr Out Select: HD Select: SD Output formats in clip playback mode (Media mode) Clip format When the frame rate setting of the video format is 50i/50P/25P 118 Limitations of Outputs119 Backup Battery120 Troubleshooting122 Error/Warning Indications124 About i.LINKMPEG-2Video Patent Portfolio License 125 SpecificationsContinuous operation time Mass Dimensions Supplied accessories 126 Camera BlockLens Focal length Zoom Zoom ratio 14⋅ Maximum relative aperture Iris Filter thread Micro Camera Pickup device Optical system Built-infilters Sensitivity Minimum illumination Video S/N Horizontal resolution Gain Shutter speed Focus Slow shutter Audio BlockPicture stabilizing function Built-inmicrophones Built-inspeaker 127 DisplaysLCD monitor Screen size Aspect ratio Picture size Transmission Viewfinder Inputs/OutputsInput connectors AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors DC IN connector Output connectors A/V OUT connector COMPONENT OUT connector Headphone connector SDI OUT connector Computer connectors i.LINK (HDV) connector USB connector Optional Accessories 129 Index
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1 Operating Instructions4 Table of ContentsUsing the CD-ROM Adjusting the Grip Using the IR Remote Commander 5 Adjusting the IrisAdjusting the Zoom Adjusting the Focus Reducing Flickers 6 Rec ReviewInterval Recording Frame Recording Fader Function 7 Playing Back ClipsClip Operations Showing the Status Screens CAMERA Status Screen AUDIO Status Screen VIDEO Status Screen BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen Overview of the Setup Menus Basic Menu Operations Setup Menu List 8 Connecting External MonitorsOperating Clips With a Computer Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection) Important Notes on Operation Formats and Limitations of Outputs Backup Battery Error/Warning Indications About i.LINK MPEG-2Video Patent Portfolio License Index 9 Package Configuration10 Features11 14x zoom lensVersatile focus-assistancefunctions Creative Recording Modes and Settings 23.98P native recording Slow & Quick Motion function Slow Shutter function Selectable gamma curves Interval Recording function Frame Recording function Shutter-anglesettings Picture Profile feature Shot Transition function A variety of functions and designs for high operability 12 Using the CD-ROM2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read Note 13 System Requirements for Using the ApplicationsSxS Device Driver Software Applicable hardware XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software CPU Windows: Macintosh: Memory Software Installation2 Select and click on the software that you wish to install Uninstalling an application program Windows computer Macintosh computer 14 Parts Identifications15 8.Viewfinder (page 26)9.Eyecup (page 26) Eyecup 10.Eyepiece focusing knob (page 26) 11.Headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page 55, page 81) 12.i.LINK (HDV) connector (4-pin,S400 conforming to IEEE1394) (page 114) 13.Hooks for the shoulder strap (left and right) 14.Built-inspeaker (page 55, page 81) 15.Grip (page 28) Grip 16.BATTERY RELEASE button (page 22) 17.SDI OUT connector (BNC type) (page 110) 18.A/V OUT connector (audio/video multi output) (page 111) 19.COMPONENT OUT connector (Mini D) (page 110) 20.USB connector (Mini B) (page 111) 21.Accessory shoe 22.REC/TALLY lamp (page 35, page 123) 23.IR remote control receptor 24.AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors (XLR) and input selection switches (page 54) 25.WHT BAL (automatic white balance adjustment) button (page 38) 26.SHUTTER switch (page 43) 27.ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 57) 16 Operation panel on the handle35L Upper operation panel Lens control block 17 Side operation panelCard slot block Rear operation panel Controls on the grip 76.REC START/STOP button (page 34) 77.RELEASE (grip release) button (page 28) 78.REC REVIEW button (page 57) 79.EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 48) 80.Servo zoom lever (page 46) 81.LENS REMOTE connector (page 47) Bottom 82.ZOOM switch (page 46) 83.Tripod receptacle 84.Backup battery holder (page 120) 18 IR Remote Commander (Supplied)1.ZOOM T/W (telephoto/wide-angle)button 2.SHOTMARK 1 and 2 buttons (page 56, page 87) 3.THUMBNAIL button 4.PREV (previous clip jump) button 5.F REV (fast reverse) button 6.PLAY/PAUSE button 7.REC (record) buttons 8.REC PAUSE buttons PUSH SET button (four-way arrow key) 10.NEXT button 11.STOP button 12.F FWD (fast forward) button 13.PUSH AF button 19 On-ScreenIndications5.Time data indication [M] (page 53) 6.Media remaining indication [M] (page 33) 7.Zoom position indication [M] (page 46) 8.TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 101) 20 STD9.Steady Shot indication [M][D] (page 51) 10.Focus mode indication [M] ( [D] only in MF mode) (page 48) 12.Picture profile indication [M][D] (page 70) 13.ND filter indication [M] (page 37) 14.Iris position indication [M][D] (page 45) 15.Gain indication [M][D] (page 42) 16.Shutter mode/shutter speed indication [M][D] (page 43) 17.Audio level meters [M] (page 55) 18.Histogram indication [M][A] 19.Fader indication [M] (page 68) 20.Video level cautioning indication [M] 21.Depth-of-Fieldindication [M][A] 22.Brightness level indication [M][A] 24.Video Format indication [M] (page 36) Direct Menu OperationTo operate the Direct menu 1 Press the joystick or the jog dial Example: 22 Power SupplyTo check in power-offstatus If the battery charge remaining becomes low To change the message levels 23 Using AC Power (DC IN Power)3 Set the mode switch of the BC-U1to the DC OUT position 24 Setting the Clock28 Adjusting the GripUsing the IR Remote Commander29 Battery lifetimeReplacing the battery in the IR Remote Commander WARNING CAUTION ATTENTION VORSICHT IR Remote Commander until it clicks 30 Handling SxS Memory Cards31 Inserting/Removing an SxS Memory Card3 Close the cover Status indications by the ACCESS lamps Lamp Slot statuses Inserting an SxS memory card 1 Slide the cover to the left to open 2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot Removing an SxS memory card 2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card To execute formatting Recording/playback during formatting If formatting fails 32 Switching Between SxS Memory CardsFormatting an SxS Memory CardTo format by menu operation Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording Replacing an SxS memory card 33 Restoring an SxS Memory CardTo restore a card If restoration fails Recording/playback during restoration 34 Basic Operation Procedure35 7 Press the REC START/STOP button8 To stop recording, press the REC START/STOP button again To prevent a switching error Checking the last recorded clip (Rec Review) 9 Press the REC REVIEW button To delete clips 36 Selecting the Video Format37 Switching the ND Filters38 Adjusting the White Balance42 Setting the Gain43 Setting the Electronic Shutter45 Adjusting the Iris46 Adjusting the Zoom48 Adjusting the FocusPeaking 49 Adjusting in MF ModeAdjusting the focus with the focus ring One-Push(Momentary) Auto Focusing MF Assist function Activating the MF Assist function using the CAMERA SET menu Activating the MF Assist function using the Direct menu 50 Adjusting in AF ModeUsing Macro Mode 51 Eliminating PictureReducing Flickers 52 Setting the Time DataVideo Frame TC Format formats setting 53 Setting the User BitsSetting eight digits as desired Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Fix.” Specify the values on the Setting line and select “SET.” Recording the current date as the user bits Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Date.” Displaying the Time Data 54 Recording Audio SignalsUsing the Built-inStereo Microphones Using External Inputs Using an External Microphone3 Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch (CH-1or CH-2)to EXT MIC: 55 Adjusting the Audio Recording LevelsTo adjust the levels automatically (AGC) To adjust the levels manually Audio recording in special recording modes Monitoring the AudioTo adjust the audio monitoring volume 56 Outputting the ColorBars and Reference Tone Recording Shot Marks 57 Rec ReviewChanging Functions of the Assignable Buttons 58 Interval Recording1 Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu 2 Set “Setting” to “On.” 3 Set the time between recordings with “Interval Time.” 4 Set the number of frames to be recorded at a time with “Number of Frames.” 5 Exit the menu 59 Performing Interval RecordingPress the REC START/STOP button Stopping Interval Recording Canceling Interval Recording mode 60 Frame Recording61 Slow & Quick MotionRecording3 Select the frame rate for recording with “Frame Rate.” With a 1080 format: 1 to 30 fps With a 720 format: 1 to 60 fps Setting the recording frame rate with the Direct menu 62 Recording in Slow & Quick Motion ModeStopping recording Canceling Slow & Quick Motion mode 63 Freeze Mix: Image Alignment64 Shot Transition65 Shot-transitioninformation areaSetting procedure 1 Select “Shot Transition” from the CAMERA SET menu 2 Specify the conditions for a shot transition Trans Time Trans Speed Time/Speed Setting Trans Curve Setting Contents and icon Start Timer Rec Link Off: Exit the menu to finish the settings Registering a shot Press the MODE button to display area image you wish to register Shot A or Shot B button Checking the Registered Settings (Shot) 66 Recording with a Shot Transition3 Press the REC START/STOP button When “Rec Link” is “Shot-A”or “Shot Making a transition from Shot A to Shot B 2 Press the A button 67 4 Press the REC START/STOP buttonMaking a transition from Shot B to Shot A 2 Press the B button Ending recording To cancel recording while a transition is in progress Releasing a Shot Transition 68 Fader Function69 For fading in a sceneFor fading out Starting Recording with a Fade In Ending Recording with a Fade Out Press the REC START/STOP button to start fading out of the camera picture Canceling the Fader function 70 Picture Profiles4 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button to exit the menu Selecting a Picture Profile using the Direct menu 71 Copying the Settings of a Picture Profile“Selecting a Picture Profile using the PICTURE PROFILE menu” on page 2 Select “Copy” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Specify the target picture profile 4 Select “Execute.” Resetting a Picture Profile2 Select “Reset” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Select “Execute.” 72 Picture Profile ItemsPICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Profile Name Matrix Color Correction 73 WhiteDetail 74 Skin Tone DetailKnee 75 GammaBlack Black Gamma Low Key SAT Copy Reset 1.Select “Area Detection.” 2.Select “Execute.” 76 Deleting Clips77 Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data78 Playing Back Clips8.Special recording information Switching the SxS memory cards Displaying only the clips marked OK on the thumbnail screen 79 PlaybackPlaying back the selected and subsequent clips in sequence 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button 80 Display example (Playback mode):Information displayed on the playback screen Guide marks Functions 7.Audio levels 1.Battery remaining/DC IN voltage 2.Playback mode 3.SxS memory card in use 4.Time data 5.Clip no./total number of clips on the memory card 6.Joystick operation guidance area Pausing the playback Switching to high-speedplayback To play at a high speed in the forward direction To play at a high speed in the reverse direction To return to normal playback 81 Cueing upTo return to the top of the current clip To start playback from the top of the first clip To jump to the top of the next clip To start playback from the top of the last clip Monitoring audio Adding shot marks during playback Stopping playback Press the STOP button 82 Clip Operations83 Basic Operations of the Clip Operation MenusDisplaying a Clip Operation menu Selecting a Clip Operation menu item Clip Operation menu on the thumbnail screen Item Clip Operation menu in Pause mode 84 Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip1.Image of the current clip 2.Image of the previous clip 3.Image of the next clip 4.Clip name 5.OK mark 6.Date and starting time of recording 7.Recording format 9.Timecode of the displayed frame 10.Timecode at the recording starting point 11.Timecode at the recording ending point 12.Duration of the clip 13.Recorded audio channels Adding the OK Mark to a Clip2 Select “Execute,” and press the jog dial or the joystick Adding the OK mark 1 Select “OK MARK ADD” from the Clip Deleting the OK mark Operation menu 1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 2 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick 85 Copying a Clip2 Select “COPY CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To copy, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Examples: To cancel copying on the way Deleting a Clip2 Select “DELETE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Displaying the EXPAND CLIP Screen2 Select “EXPAND CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu EXPAND CLIP screen 1.Frame information 2.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the EXPAND CLIP screen 86 Displaying the SHOT MARK Screen1 Select a clip on the thumbnail screen 2 Press the joystick or the jog dial 3 Select “SHOT MARK,” “SHOT MARK1,” or “SHOT MARK2.” SHOT MARK: SHOT MARK1: SHOT MARK screen example 1.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the SHOT MARK screen 87 Adding/Deleting Shot MarksAdding a shot mark in Pause mode 2 Select “SHOT MARK1 ADD” or “SHOT MARK2 ADD” from the Clip Operation menu Adding a shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen Deleting a shot mark 2 Select the “SHOT MARK1 DEL” or “SHOT MARK2 DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 88 Changing the Index Frame2 Select “SET INDEX PIC” from the Clip Operation menu Dividing a Clip2 Select “DIVIDE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 89 Showing the Status Screens90 CAMERA Status Screen91 AUDIO Status Screen92 VIDEO Status ScreenBUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen 93 BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen94 Overview of the Setup Menus95 Basic Menu Operations98 Setup Menu List110 Connecting External Monitors111 Operating Clips With a Computer112 To connect with a USB cable1 Turn the camcorder on by setting the power switch to CAMERA or MEDIA 2 Select “Execute” by operating the jog dial or the joystick Windows 113 MacintoshUsing the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software Using a nonlinear editing system To use Final Cut Pro of Apple Inc 114 Connecting an ExternalDevice (i.LINK Connection)Set the camcorder to Media mode Setting on this camcorder 115 Recording External Input Signals1 Set the external signal to a format that can be recorded on the camcorder 2 Set “i.LINK I/O” (page 108) of the OTHERS menu to “Enable.” 4 Press the STOP button to set the camcorder to STOP mode 5 Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle 116 Important Notes on Operation120 Backup Battery121 Troubleshooting123 Error/Warning Indications125 About i.LINKMPEG-2Video Patent Portfolio License 126 AVC Patent Portfolio License127 VC-1Patent Portfolio LicenseSpecificationsContinuous operation time Mass Dimensions Supplied accessories 128 Camera BlockLens Focal length Zoom Zoom ratio 14⋅ Maximum relative aperture Iris Filter thread Macro Camera Pickup device Optical system Built-infilters Sensitivity Minimum illumination Video S/N Horizontal resolution Gain Shutter speed Focus Slow shutter Audio BlockPicture stabilizing function Built-inmicrophones Built-inspeaker 129 DisplaysLCD monitor Screen size Aspect ratio Picture size Transmission Viewfinder Inputs/OutputsInput connectors AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors DC IN connector Output connectors A/V OUT connector COMPONENT OUT connector Headphone connector SDI OUT connector Computer connectors i.LINK (HDV) connector USB connector Optional Accessories 131 Index
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1 Operating Instructions4 Table of ContentsUsing the CD-ROM Adjusting the Grip Using the IR Remote Commander 5 Adjusting the IrisAdjusting the Zoom Adjusting the Focus Reducing Flickers 6 Rec ReviewInterval Recording Frame Recording Fader Function 7 Playing Back ClipsClip Operations Showing the Status Screens CAMERA Status Screen AUDIO Status Screen VIDEO Status Screen BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen Overview of the Setup Menus Basic Menu Operations Setup Menu List 8 Connecting External MonitorsOperating Clips With a Computer Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection) Important Notes on Operation Formats and Limitations of Outputs Backup Battery Error/Warning Indications About i.LINK Index 9 Package Configuration10 Features11 14x zoom lensVersatile focus-assistancefunctions Creative Recording Modes and Settings 23.98P native recording Slow & Quick Motion function Slow Shutter function Selectable gamma curves Interval Recording function Frame Recording function Shutter-anglesettings Picture Profile feature Shot Transition function A variety of functions and designs for high operability 12 Using the CD-ROM2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read Note 13 System Requirements for Using the ApplicationsSxS Device Driver Software Applicable hardware XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software CPU Windows: Macintosh: Memory Windows: Software Installation2 Select and click on the software that you wish to install Uninstalling an application program Windows computer Macintosh computer 14 Parts Identifications15 8.Viewfinder (page 26)9.Eyecup (page 26) Eyecup 10.Eyepiece focusing knob (page 26) 11.Headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page 55, page 81) 12.i.LINK (HDV) connector (4-pin,S400 conforming to IEEE1394) (page 114) 13.Hooks for the shoulder strap (left and right) 14.Built-inspeaker (page 55, page 81) 15.Grip (page 28) Grip 16.BATTERY RELEASE button (page 22) 17.SDI OUT connector (BNC type) (page 110) 18.A/V OUT connector (audio/video multi output) (page 111) 19.COMPONENT OUT connector (Mini D) (page 110) 20.USB connector (Mini B) (page 111) 21.Accessory shoe 22.REC/TALLY lamp (page 35, page 122) 23.IR remote control receptor 24.AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors (XLR) and input selection switches (page 54) 25.WHT BAL (automatic white balance adjustment) button (page 38) 26.SHUTTER switch (page 43) 27.ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 57) 16 Operation panel on the handle35L Upper operation panel Lens control block 17 Side operation panelCard slot block Rear operation panel Controls on the grip 76.REC START/STOP button (page 34) 77.RELEASE (grip release) button (page 28) 78.REC REVIEW button (page 57) 79.EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 48) 80.Servo zoom lever (page 46) 81.LENS REMOTE connector (page 47) Bottom 82.ZOOM switch (page 46) 83.Tripod receptacle 84.Backup battery holder (page 119) 18 IR Remote Commander (Supplied)1.ZOOM T/W (telephoto/wide-angle)button 2.SHOTMARK 1 and 2 buttons (page 56, page 87) 3.THUMBNAIL button 4.PREV (previous clip jump) button 5.F REV (fast reverse) button 6.PLAY/PAUSE button 7.REC (record) buttons 8.REC PAUSE buttons PUSH SET button (four-way arrow key) 10.NEXT button 11.STOP button 12.F FWD (fast forward) button 13.PUSH AF button 19 On-ScreenIndications5.Time data indication [M] (page 53) 6.Media remaining indication [M] (page 33) 7.Zoom position indication [M] (page 46) 8.TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 101) 20 STD9.Steady Shot indication [M][D] (page 51) 10.Focus mode indication [M] ( [D] only in MF mode) (page 48) 12.Picture profile indication [M][D] (page 70) 13.ND filter indication [M] (page 37) 14.Iris position indication [M][D] (page 45) 15.Gain indication [M][D] (page 42) 16.Shutter mode/shutter speed indication [M][D] (page 43) 17.Audio level meters [M] (page 55) 18.Histogram indication [M][A] 19.Fader indication [M] (page 68) 20.Video level cautioning indication [M] 21.Depth-of-Fieldindication [M][A] 22.Brightness level indication [M][A] 24.Video Format indication [M] (page 36) Direct Menu OperationTo operate the Direct menu 1 Press the joystick or the jog dial Example: 22 Power SupplyTo check in power-offstatus If the battery charge remaining becomes low To change the message levels 23 Using AC Power (DC IN Power)3 Set the mode switch of the BC-U1to the DC OUT position 24 Setting the Clock28 Adjusting the GripUsing the IR Remote Commander29 Battery lifetimeReplacing the battery in the IR Remote Commander WARNING CAUTION ATTENTION VORSICHT IR Remote Commander until it clicks 30 Handling SxS Memory Cards31 Inserting/Removing an SxS Memory Card3 Close the cover Status indications by the ACCESS lamps Lamp Slot statuses Inserting an SxS memory card 1 Slide the cover to the left to open 2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot Removing an SxS memory card 2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card To execute formatting Recording/playback during formatting If formatting fails 32 Switching Between SxS Memory CardsFormatting an SxS Memory CardTo format by menu operation Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording Replacing an SxS memory card 33 Restoring an SxS Memory CardTo restore a card If restoration fails Recording/playback during restoration 34 Basic Operation Procedure35 7 Press the REC START/STOP button8 To stop recording, press the REC START/STOP button again To prevent a switching error Checking the last recorded clip (Rec Review) 9 Press the REC REVIEW button To delete clips 36 Selecting the Video Format37 Switching the ND Filters38 Adjusting the White Balance42 Setting the Gain43 Setting the Electronic Shutter45 Adjusting the Iris46 Adjusting the Zoom48 Adjusting the FocusPeaking 49 Adjusting in MF ModeAdjusting the focus with the focus ring One-Push(Momentary) Auto Focusing MF Assist function Activating the MF Assist function using the CAMERA SET menu Activating the MF Assist function using the Direct menu 50 Adjusting in AF ModeUsing Macro Mode 51 Eliminating PictureReducing Flickers 52 Setting the Time DataVideo Frame TC Format formats setting 53 Setting the User BitsSetting eight digits as desired Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Fix.” Specify the values on the Setting line and select “SET.” Recording the current date as the user bits Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Date.” Displaying the Time Data 54 Recording Audio SignalsUsing the Built-inStereo Microphones Using External Inputs Using an External Microphone3 Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch (CH-1or CH-2)to EXT MIC: 55 Adjusting the Audio Recording LevelsTo adjust the levels automatically (AGC) To adjust the levels manually Audio recording in special recording modes Monitoring the AudioTo adjust the audio monitoring volume 56 Outputting the ColorBars and Reference Tone Recording Shot Marks 57 Rec ReviewChanging Functions of the Assignable Buttons 58 Interval Recording1 Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu 2 Set “Setting” to “On.” 3 Set the time between recordings with “Interval Time.” 4 Set the number of frames to be recorded at a time with “Number of Frames.” 5 Exit the menu 59 Performing Interval RecordingPress the REC START/STOP button Stopping Interval Recording Canceling Interval Recording mode 60 Frame Recording61 Slow & Quick MotionRecording3 Select the frame rate for recording with “Frame Rate.” With a 1080 format: 1 to 30 fps With a 720 format: 1 to 60 fps Setting the recording frame rate with the Direct menu 62 Recording in Slow & Quick Motion ModeStopping recording Canceling Slow & Quick Motion mode 63 Freeze Mix: Image Alignment64 Shot Transition65 Shot-transitioninformation areaSetting procedure 1 Select “Shot Transition” from the CAMERA SET menu 2 Specify the conditions for a shot transition Trans Time Trans Speed Time/Speed Setting Trans Curve Setting Contents and icon Start Timer Rec Link Off: Exit the menu to finish the settings Registering a shot Press the MODE button to display area image you wish to register Shot A or Shot B button Checking the Registered Settings (Shot) 66 Recording with a Shot Transition3 Press the REC START/STOP button When “Rec Link” is “Shot-A”or “Shot Making a transition from Shot A to Shot B 2 Press the A button 67 4 Press the REC START/STOP buttonMaking a transition from Shot B to Shot A 2 Press the B button Ending recording To cancel recording while a transition is in progress Releasing a Shot Transition 68 Fader Function69 For fading in a sceneFor fading out Starting Recording with a Fade In Ending Recording with a Fade Out Press the REC START/STOP button to start fading out of the camera picture Canceling the Fader function 70 Picture Profiles4 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button to exit the menu Selecting a Picture Profile using the Direct menu 71 Copying the Settings of a Picture Profile“Selecting a Picture Profile using the PICTURE PROFILE menu” on page 2 Select “Copy” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Specify the target picture profile 4 Select “Execute.” Resetting a Picture Profile2 Select “Reset” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu 3 Select “Execute.” 72 Picture Profile ItemsPICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Profile Name Matrix Color Correction 73 WhiteDetail 74 Skin Tone DetailKnee 75 GammaBlack Black Gamma Low Key SAT Copy Reset 1.Select “Area Detection.” 2.Select “Execute.” 76 Deleting Clips77 Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data78 Playing Back Clips8.Special recording information Switching the SxS memory cards Displaying only the clips marked OK on the thumbnail screen 79 PlaybackPlaying back the selected and subsequent clips in sequence 2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button 80 Display example (Playback mode):Information displayed on the playback screen Guide marks Functions 7.Audio levels 1.Battery remaining/DC IN voltage 2.Playback mode 3.SxS memory card in use 4.Time data 5.Clip no./total number of clips on the memory card 6.Joystick operation guidance area Pausing the playback Switching to high-speedplayback To play at a high speed in the forward direction To play at a high speed in the reverse direction To return to normal playback 81 Cueing upTo return to the top of the current clip To start playback from the top of the first clip To jump to the top of the next clip To start playback from the top of the last clip Monitoring audio Adding shot marks during playback Stopping playback Press the STOP button 82 Clip Operations83 Basic Operations of the Clip Operation MenusDisplaying a Clip Operation menu Selecting a Clip Operation menu item Clip Operation menu on the thumbnail screen Item Clip Operation menu in Pause mode 84 Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip1.Image of the current clip 2.Image of the previous clip 3.Image of the next clip 4.Clip name 5.OK mark 6.Date and starting time of recording 7.Recording format 9.Timecode of the displayed frame 10.Timecode at the recording starting point 11.Timecode at the recording ending point 12.Duration of the clip 13.Recorded audio channels Adding the OK Mark to a Clip2 Select “Execute,” and press the jog dial or the joystick Adding the OK mark 1 Select “OK MARK ADD” from the Clip Deleting the OK mark Operation menu 1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 2 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick 85 Copying a Clip2 Select “COPY CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To copy, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Examples: To cancel copying on the way Deleting a Clip2 Select “DELETE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 3 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick Displaying the EXPAND CLIP Screen2 Select “EXPAND CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu EXPAND CLIP screen 1.Frame information 2.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the EXPAND CLIP screen 86 Displaying the SHOT MARK Screen1 Select a clip on the thumbnail screen 2 Press the joystick or the jog dial 3 Select “SHOT MARK,” “SHOT MARK1,” or “SHOT MARK2.” SHOT MARK: SHOT MARK1: SHOT MARK screen example 1.Timecode indication Clip Operation menu on the SHOT MARK screen 87 Adding/Deleting Shot MarksAdding a shot mark in Pause mode 2 Select “SHOT MARK1 ADD” or “SHOT MARK2 ADD” from the Clip Operation menu Adding a shot mark on the EXPAND CLIP screen Deleting a shot mark 2 Select the “SHOT MARK1 DEL” or “SHOT MARK2 DEL” from the Clip Operation menu 88 Changing the Index Frame2 Select “SET INDEX PIC” from the Clip Operation menu Dividing a Clip2 Select “DIVIDE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu 89 Showing the Status Screens90 CAMERA Status Screen91 AUDIO Status Screen92 VIDEO Status ScreenBUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen 93 BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen94 Overview of the Setup Menus95 Basic Menu Operations98 Setup Menu List110 Connecting External Monitors111 Operating Clips With a Computer112 To connect with a USB cable1 Turn the camcorder on by setting the power switch to CAMERA or MEDIA 2 Select “Execute” by operating the jog dial or the joystick Windows 113 MacintoshUsing the XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software Using a nonlinear editing system To use Final Cut Pro of Apple Computer, Inc 114 Connecting an ExternalDevice (i.LINK Connection)Setting on this camcorder 115 Recording External Input Signals1 Set the external signal to a format that can be recorded on the camcorder 2 Set “i.LINK I/O” (page 108) of the OTHERS menu to “Enable.” 3 Set the camcorder to Media mode 4 Press the STOP button to set the camcorder to STOP mode 5 Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle 116 Important Notes on OperationPhenomena specific to CMOS image sensors White flecks Aliasing Flicker Focal plane 117 Video Formats and OutputFormatsOutput formats in E-Emode1)/recording mode (Camera mode) Output format format YPbPr Out Select: HD Select: SD Output formats in clip playback mode (Media mode) Clip format When the frame rate setting of the video format is 50i/50P/25P 118 Limitations of Outputs119 Backup Battery120 Troubleshooting122 Error/Warning Indications124 About i.LINK125 SpecificationsFilter thread Micro Camera Pickup device Sensitivity Minimum illumination Video S/N Horizontal resolution Gain Shutter speed Slow shutter 126 Audio BlockBuilt-inmicrophones Built-inspeaker DisplaysLCD monitor Screen size Aspect ratio Picture size Transmission Viewfinder Picture elements Inputs/OutputsInput connectors AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors DC IN connector Output connectors A/V OUT connector COMPONENT OUT connector Headphone connector SDI OUT connector Computer connectors i.LINK (HDV) connector USB connector 127 Optional Accessories129 Index
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