Saving and recalling settings in a “Memory Stick”

Using an optional “Memory Stick” 1), you can save menu settings for particular shooting conditions, for recall as required.

1) “Memory Stick” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

High-functionality viewfinder

The 2-inch monochrome viewfinder allows accurate focusing.

The switch settings, automatic black balance and white balance items, status, warnings and so on appear on the viewfinder screen.

Remote control connectors

By connecting an optional RM-B150/B750 or similar remote control unit, you can control the camera settings of this unit externally.

1-1-2 VTR Features

Digital BETACAM format

•Use of the Digital BETACAM format provides superior S/N, frequency range, waveform characteristics, and reproducibility of details for high quality video and audio.

•A long recording time of approximately 40 minutes for the DVW-970 and 48 minutes for the DVW-970P is achieved.

Metadata for easier and more comfortable operation

It is possible to record recording-start markers and good- shot markers on the tape while shooting, and search automatically for required cuts when editing.

Time Code operations inevitable in broadcasting

•LTC1) and VITC2) recording and LTC playback can be performed.

•The built-in time code generator can be synchronized with an external generator.

•A lithium battery is the back-up power supply for the built-in time code generator enabling the time code to be held for approximately 5 years without being charged (with the camcorder power supply).

•The time code can be displayed in the LCD window screen even when the power is off. The automatic power shut-off function allows you to set the time when the time code display disappears.

1)LTC: Longitudinal Time Code

2)VITC: Vertical Interval Time Code

Audio functions

•A slot-in UHF portable tuner WRR-855A/855B (not supplied) can be attached.

•Four channels of 20-bit digital audio can be recorded, as well as four channels of 16-bit digital audio.

•When an audio cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH- 1/CH-2 connectors (XLR 3-pin), the audio signals input to the XLR 3-pin connectors are recorded regardless of the AUDIO IN switch setting. This function is called the XLR connection automatic detection function.

•The AUDIO OUT connector (XLR 5-pin) allows the camcorder to output signals as stereo audio.

Other VTR functions

•Recording continuity from the very next frame is ensured.

•It is possible to automatically rewind and review the last 2 seconds of the recording on the tape for a quick check immediately after shooting.

•A 4-times-normal speed search function provides quick positioning of the tape.

•The camcorder searches for the most recently recorded cut and records the new cut over it. This function is called the RE-TAKE function.

•The camcorder searches for the point most recently recorded on the tape and automatically switches to paused recording mode (REC pause). This function is called the End Search function.

1-1-3 Other Features

Proper balancing design

A new shoulder-pad system that enables position adjustment in the front-to-rear direction with no need to use a tool ensures proper balance when using the unit.

Instant operation assignable switches

Function-assignable switches are provided on the side panel. Assigning the functions most useful to you, by selecting them on the menu pages, will create a smooth shooting environment.

Function extension interface and optional boards

•An extension connector can be attached to the battery attachment on the rear panel, to allow various camera adapters to be fitted.

•Use of the following optional boards permits you to expand the functions.

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