Automatic recording of setup data (page 99) SetupLog™ : Shooting-related environment settings

are recorded onto the tape at intervals of a few seconds. This recorded data can be used to reproduce the same shooting conditions in subsequent shots. It also makes it easier to identify the causes of problems in previous shots.

SetupNavi™ : The setup conditions selected with the setup menu and setup files are recorded onto the tape. The recorded setup data can be copied to other camcorders so that the same setup can be shared among several camcorders.

Functions boost operabilityControlling with the RM-VJ1 Remote Control Unit

You can control this unit while watching the image with the optional RM-VJ1 Remote Control Unit (equipped with the microphone and monitor). (See page 41.)

EZ (easy) mode function

When there is no time to check the camcorder settings, simply press the EZ MODE button to start the auto adjustment function using standard settings. There is no need to lose a shot for lack of setup time. (See pages 13, 14, 90 and 91.)

EZ (easy) focus

Press the EZ FOCUS button before shooting to ensure a quick and accurate focus. (See page 13.)

Dual pixel readout (DPR1))

When the gain is set to either 18 dB or 24 dB, the gain setting can be doubled (6 dB up) without increasing the noise level.

Programmable gain

The amount of gain relative to the GAIN switch setting (H, M, or L) can be programmed as –3 dB, 0 dB, 3 dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, 18 dB+DPR, 24 dB,

24 dB+DPR, and hyper gain. (See page 88.)

Hyper gain

Hyper gain (36 dB or 42 dB, i.e. about 60 times or 120 times greater than 0 dB) can be easily set via one switch setting. This can also be done from remote equipment. (See pages 21, 22 and 88.)

Auto tracing white balance (ATW)

This function automatically traces the white balance, which constantly changes as lighting conditions change. Auto tracing white balance is especially useful when there is no time to manually adjust the white balance or when shooting moves between indoor and outdoor locations. (See pages 13, 14 and 114.)

Total level control system (TLCS)

Even if the incoming light exceeds the range in which the standard auto iris can control exposure, the auto gain control (AGC) or auto exposure (AE) backs up to ensure proper exposure. (See pages 14 and 90.)

Recording time (REC TIME) display Recording time can be displayed in either of the following modes. (See pages 21 and 82.)

•Total recording time for all cuts (TTL2))

•Total recording time for current cut (DUR3))

Viewfinder super detail

Video signals for the viewfinder are mixed with DTL signals to make focusing easier.

Dual zebra pattern display

Two types of zebra patterns, zebra 1 and zebra 2 can be displayed simultaneously or independently. The zebra 1 can be set to the levels ranging from 70 to 90 IRE on the DSR-500WSL (or from 70 to 90% on the DSR-500WSPL) and the zebra 2 indicates the levels of 100 IRE or more for the DSR-500WSL (or the levels of 100% or more for the DSR-500WSPL). (See pages 13, 14 and 89.)

Color temperature display

When reading the white balance, the color temperature is displayed on the viewfinder screen. (See page 112.)

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DPR = Dual Pixel Readout

3) DUR = Duration

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TTL = Total

 

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