. HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER GY-HM600U/GY-HM600E INSTRUCTIONS CODE . TIME The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice. Please check the latest version of the INSTRUCTIONS from the following Mobile User Guide, or download the PDF from the URL below. Mobile User Guide When you are outside, you can refer to the instructions from your Android phone or iPhone. http://manual3.jvckenwood.
FOR USA These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Introduction 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Safety Precautions Introduction FOR USA AND CANADA CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POUR CANADA ATTENTION AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A LA PLUIE NI A L’HUMIDITE. ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER. AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST A REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR. SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.
Introduction When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not block the ventilation holes. (If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
Dear Customer, Introduction This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of JVC KENWOOD Corporation is: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 04 61145 Friedberg Germany Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Products Notice: Battery The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.
Battery Pack Introduction The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: Terminals To avoid hazards ... do not burn. ... do not short-circuit the terminals. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. When transporting, carry the battery in a plastic bag. ... do not modify or disassemble. ...
Contents Introduction Introduction Safety Precautions ............................................ 4 Contents .......................................................... 10 Main Features ................................................. 12 Precautions for Proper Use ............................. 14 Operation Modes ............................................. 18 Names of Parts ................................................ 20 Side Control Panel ....................................... 22 SD Slot .........
103 105 105 106 108 109 Introduction Display Settings Item ................................. A/V Set Menu ................................................ Video Set Item ........................................... Audio Set Item ........................................... System Menu ................................................ Record Set Item ......................................... Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items (Favorites Menu) ...........................................
Main Features F11 Sensitivity, 1/3-inch Full HD 3CMOS Sensors Introduction This camera recorder is equipped with three 1/3inch 2.07M pixels full HD CMOS sensors. It delivers high image quality, high color resolution through processing of individual R, G, B color signals. 12-bit signal processing and the new 2D DNR removes dark current and optical shot noise without losing S/N and high resolution, thereby achieving high F11 sensitivity.
Professional Switch Layout and Various Video Parameter Settings 4-position ND Filter This camera recorder incorporates three types of ND filters. Adjust the amount of light according to the brightness during shooting by switching the 4position ND filter (OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64). 0.45-inch 1.22M Pixel Color Viewfinder, 3.
Precautions for Proper Use Storage and Usage Locations Introduction o Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use this unit within the allowable temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104°F) and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %. Using this unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but also serious impact on the CMOS elements as small white spots may be generated. Please exercise care during use.
SDHC/SDXC Cards o SDHC/SDXC card is referred to as “SD card” in this manual. o This camera recorder saves the recorded images and audio sound on the SD card (sold separately) in the card slot. o Use an SD card (4 GB to 128 GB) with Class 6 or higher performance, formatted using this camera recorder. o Depending on the recording format, SD card with Class 4 or higher performance can also be used.
Others Introduction o Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the card slot. o Do not block the vent on the unit. Blocking of the vent causes internal heating and may lead to burns and fires. o Do not turn off the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch or remove the power cable during recording or playback. o The camera recorder may not show stable pictures for a few seconds immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.
License Notices Introduction o MPEGLA AVC THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
Operation Modes . This camera recorder has three operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, and USB mode.
Operation Mode Camera Mode Description 0 This is the camera shooting mode. The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode when the power is turned on. 0 Camera images are output on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. When a Memo : 0 Playback of SD card is not possible in Camera mode. However, you can check the most recently recorded video clip. (A P70 [Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)] ) Media Mode 0 This mode allows you to play back or delete clips recorded on the SD card.
Names of Parts A BC D E G F Introduction FIX VA R OF F LOLUX/ 3 OIS/2 FOCUS K ASSIST/1 TIME TER ND FIL FOCU MENU/TH S R POWE CODE UMB AE ON L LEVE OFF (CHG) AUTO MODE MANU 1/64 SLOT A/B Bottom ∞ 1/16 AUTO PUSH 1/4 OFF TER SHUT EL CANC T BAL WH AUTO FULL GAIN AE LOC K/4 ZEBRA/ KER/6 5 MAR H ON IRIS AUTO PUSH L M H B A SET PRE OFF ZOOM REC SERVO MANUAL I .
dc b aZ REC T W HOLD 1 INPUT X W L M IN OUT BATT.R ELE ASE N A AUX TC POW ER /CHG REC Introduction Y 2 INPUT V U DEV ICE HD/SD SDI AV B HDM I O REM OTE DC . PQ R S T R [REC] Record Trigger Button Starts/stops recording. Memo : 0 This button is interlocked with the [REC] button I at the bottom of the lens and the [REC/ HOLD] button Z at the top of the handle. S [C.REVIEW/7] Clip Review/User 7 Button For checking the most recently captured images.
Side Control Panel UTS R Q P A FOCUS ASSIST/1 OIS / 2 LOLUX / 3 TIME CODE ND FILTER FOCUS AUTO MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL MANU C D E 1/4 OFF O ON 1/16 OFF (CHG) PUSH AUTO N MODE CANCEL GAIN WHT BAL SHUTTER IRIS FULL AUTO AE LOCK/4 ZEBRA/5 MARKER/6 ON PUSH AUTO L M H F .
SD Slot (A P39 [SD Card] ) A A DEVICE BATT.RELEASE A POWER /CHG AV DEVICE OPEN AV CLOSE HD/SD SDI HDMI REMOTE B REMOTE E F .
LCD Monitor A Introduction B MENU/THUMB N ML K CH1 C D CH2 INT INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT1 INPUT2 LINE MIC MIC +48V LCD BRIGHT J MONITOR CH1 BOTH CH2 PEAKING DISPLAY STATUS AUTO MANUAL CANCEL CH1 CH2 . E FG H I A LCD Monitor (A P36 [Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder] ) B [MENU/THUMB] Menu/Thumbnail Button 0 Displays the menu screen during Camera mode. (A P89 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] ) 0 Displays the menu screen when the button is pressed during thumbnail display in the Media mode.
Lens Section Introduction B C D E . A A Filter Built-In Screw 0 Transparent or UV filter for lens protection, or filters for various effects can be installed. 0 Installable filter types: Φ72mmP0.75 Memo : 0 Remove the lens hood when installing the filter.
Basic System Diagram Shoulder Belt GY-HM600 Introduction Monitor Earphone Wireless Microphone Receiver Microphone [TC] [AUX] Monitor SDI Cable BNC GY-HM600 HDMI Cable AV Cable RCA pin Battery AC Adapter Remote Control Unit Carrying Case USB Cable Tripod .
. Settings and Adjustments Before Use Adjusting the Grip Belt Open the pad and adjust the position of the grip belt accordingly. Use the screw hole at the bottom of this camera recorder. (3/8×16UNC, 1/4×20UNC) Use the screw hole that suits the tripod. To prevent the camera recorder from falling off, which may result in injuries or damages, read the instruction manual of the tripod to be used and make sure that it is securely attached. Preparations INPUT2 Attaching the Tripod INPUT1 BATT.
Opening/Closing the Lens Cover Detaching the Hood 0 Remove the hood when attaching a filter, Use the lens cover open/close switch to open or close the lens cover. Before shooting, open the lens cover. When this camera recorder is not in use, close the lens cover to protect the lens. teleconverter or wide converter to the front of the lens. 0 While pressing the hood release button, turn the hood in the anti-clockwise direction to remove it. .
Memo : 0 Blinking of the [POWER/CHG] lamp during charging indicates the charge level. [POWER/CHG] Lamp Orange blinking (4 times per second) Orange blinking (3 times per second) Orange blinking (2 times per second) Orange blinking (1 time per second) Light goes out Charge Level Less than 25% Less than 50% Less than 75% Less than 100% Fully charged Removing the Battery 2 1 POWER ON OFF (CHG) .
Using AC Power (DC IN Power) Use the supplied AC adapter to operate the camera recorder with AC power. Power Status Display Viewfinder Screen and LCD Monitor The power status is displayed on the display and menu screens. Preparations 2 POWER ON 1 Display B 7.4V B 100min C 30% 4 RES Description Currently powered by a battery. When the battery power runs out, the battery mark appears hollow, and “RES” (yellow) is displayed. G Currently powered by an AC adapter.
Warnings by Lamp and Warning Tone Turning On/Off the Power Turning On the Power 1 Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to “ON”. The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode and is ready for shooting. Memo : 0 The camera recorder always start up in Camera mode when the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch is set to “ON”. Use the [MODE] button at the side of the camera recorder to switch mode.
Initial Settings When the power is first turned on, the Initial Setting screen for performing the initial settings in the camera recorder appears. Set the date/time of the built-in clock in the [Initial Setting] screen. All operations are disabled until initial settings are complete. 2 Ensure that the lens cover is closed, and press the Set button (R). 0 Self-diagnosis starts. 0 A progress bar appears, and “Complete Diagnosis” appears when the diagnosis is complete.
Memo : 0 The [Initial Setting] screen appears when the power is turned on for the first time and when the power is turned on after the built-in battery is fully discharged. 0 The configured date/time data is saved in the built-in rechargeable battery even if the power is turned off. You can change the display style of the date/time on the menu. Setting the Date Display (Date Style) (A P104 [ Date Style ] ) The date display can be changed in [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings] B [Date Style].
Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Display Screen (VF/LCD) in Media Mode (A P121 [Display Screen in Media Mode] ) 0 This is the screen display during clip playback in Media Mode. 0 The display switches between three screen types with every press of the [DISPLAY] button. (Display 0 B 1 B 2 B 0) 1000/ 2000 Display 0 screen Display Screen 1000/ 2000 00: 00: 00.
This screen displays the USB mode. Warning Display 0 Warning display is displayed in the display screen (Camera mode, Media mode). 0 If error occurs during status screen display, the display will return to the display screen to display the warning. (A P133 [Error Messages and Actions] ) 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24, 2012 12 :34 :56 4030 20 10 0 P 13000K 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.6 1/ 100 . . Warning Display Area 35 Preparations settings.
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Adjusting the LCD Monitor 3 You can monitor video images on this camera recorder using the viewfinder, LCD monitor, or both. PEAKING Tilt 90 degrees downward Normal LCD DISPLAY Tilt 180 degrees upward 1 . .
Adjusting the Contour PEAKING 10 0 P 13000K ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.6 1/ 100 . 4030 20 0 1 Incline the viewfinder vertically to a position that enables easy viewing. 2 Turn the visibility adjustment lever to adjust the visibility. Turn the visibility adjustment lever to sharpen the image on the viewfinder screen. 3 Adjust the brightness, contour, and contrast of the viewfinder screen. Memo : 0 The [PEAKING +/-] operation is disabled in the Media mode, and its value is fixed at “-10”.
Displaying in Black and White You can display the viewfinder screen in black and white. 0 [Main Menu] B [LCD/VF] B [VF Color] item B Press Set button (R) B Select “Off” B Press Set button (R). (A P101 [ VF Color ] ) You can assign functions to the following buttons and use them as user buttons. By assigning functions to the buttons, the usability of the camera recorder is enhanced. Perform settings in the menu items corresponding to each button.
This camera recorder saves the recorded images and audio sound on the SD card (sold separately) in the card slot. Usable Cards Estimated Recordable Time of SD Cards The estimated recordable time is only a guide. Differences may occur depending on the SD card in use and the battery condition. (A P109 [ Resolution ] ) (A P109 [ Frame & Bit Rate ] ) 4GB 8GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB (SDXC) 128 GB (SDXC) QuickTime/MP4 QuickTime AVCHD MPEG2/HD H.
Inserting an SD Card Removing the SD Card This camera recorder comes with two card slots (Slot A and B) for video/audio recording and playback. 1 2 A Preparations 2 B . 3 1 Open the SD card cover. 2 Insert an SD card with the notched corner pointing up. The status indicator of the card slot to which the card was inserted lights up in red. 3 Close the SD card cover. Card Slot Status Indicator The following table shows the respective states of slot A and B.
Switching the SD cards When both card slots are inserted with SD cards, you can use the [SLOT A/B] button to switch the card to use. When the memory on an SD card is full during recording, data recording automatically switches to the other card. 1 Select [System] B [Media] B [Format Media]. (A P108 [ Format Media ] ) 2 Select the slot of the SD card to be formatted and press the Set button (R). 2 MENU/THUMB Preparations CANCEL SLOT A/B 3 The status of the selected SD card appears.
3 Restoring starts. 6 Formatting is complete. Restoring the SD Card It is necessary to restore the SD card if an abnormality occurs to the data in the card due to some reasons. Memo : 0 [!RESTORE] appears at the remaining media display area when an SD card that requires restoring is inserted. 1 Select [System] B [Media] B [Restore Media]. (A P108 [ Restore Media ] ) 2 Select the SD card to be restored and press the Set button (R). 2 .
Clips Recorded to SD Cards Example: In the case of QuickTime/MP4 Folders in the SD Card A BCG 00 01 Images captured are recorded to the [PRIVATE] folder inside the SD card. Images recorded are sorted into the respective folders according to the menu settings below. Record Folder JVC/CQAV JVC/BPAV AVCHD JVC/CQAVC Memo : 0 By formatting (initializing) the SD card from the [Format Media] menu on the camera recorder, folders required for recording in the current [System] settings will be generated.
Basic Shooting Procedures 2 Press the [REC] button to start recording to the SD card. This camera recorder has three [REC] buttons. Any of the [REC] buttons can be used to start/ stop recording by default. The tally lamp lights up in red during recording. 0 Zoom Operation (A P46 [Zoom Operation] ) 0 Adjusting the Focus Manually (A P47 [Focus Operation] ) Preparations 2 4 4 Shooting 3 1 POWER ON OFF (CHG) . MODE 1 Supply battery or AC adapter power to the camera recorder.
Selecting System Definition, File Format and Video Format You can select the system definition (HD or SD), file format for recording/playback and the record format for video images on this camera recorder. Memo : 0 Make a selection in [Main Menu] B [Record Format]. Select the system definition in [System]. There are two different definitions for selection. 0 HD: Records in HD (High Definition) quality. 0 SD: Records in SD (Standard Definition) quality.
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of SD Videos Select an aspect ratio for the images. The available options vary as follows depending on the [System] setting. 0 For “HD”: Fixed at 16:9 0 For “SD”: Can select 16:9 or 4:3 Setting the Record Format Menu 1 Set the [ZOOM SERVO/MANUAL] switch to “SERVO”. 2 Press the zoom lever to zoom. 0 The zoom speed changes according to the extent the zoom lever is being pushed. 0 Zooms into wide angle and increases the angle of view when “W” is pressed.
Using Zoom Ring at the Lens Section 1 Set the [ZOOM SERVO/MANUAL] switch to “MANUAL”. You can adjust the preferred angle of view by turning the zoom ring. Focus Operation Adjusting Focus Manually Saving/Recalling Current Zoom Position (Preset Zoom) This allows you to register up to three zoom positions. AUTO TIME CODE MANU PUSH AUTO . 1 Set the [FOCUS AUTO/MANU/∞] switch to “MANU”. The manual focus icon d appears on the screen. 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24 ,2012 12 :34 : 56 4030 20 10 0 P 13000K 5 .
Adjusting Focus Automatically Shooting Set the [FOCUS AUTO/MANU/∞] switch to “AUTO”. The auto focus icon e appears on the screen. Memo : 0 If [AF Assist] is set to “On”, you can temporarily adjust the focus manually by turning the focus ring when in the automatic focus adjustment mode. (A P94 [ AF Assist ] ) 0 If [Main Menu] B [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings] B [Focus] is set to “Off”, the auto focus icon will not appear.
Adjusting the Focusing by Face Detection MENU/THUMB CANCEL MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL . AE Memo : 0 If the detection frame does not appear, make sure that the [FOCUS AUTO/MANU/∞] selection switch has been set to “AUTO”. And if [Face Detect] is set to “AF&AE”, set one or more of the items (Gain, Iris and Electronic Shutter) to the automatic adjustment mode.
Detection Frame (Orange) . Detection Frame (Blue) Adjusting the Brightness Adjust the brightness using Iris, Gain, Shutter speed and ND filter according to the brightness of the object. Adjusting the Brightness Automatically When the [FULL AUTO] switch is set to “ON”, Iris, Gain, Shutter speed and ND filter are automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the object to maintain optimum brightness. AE LOCK/4 AE MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL PUSH AUTO LEV EL FULL AUTO ON OFF CANCEL GAIN .
Adjusting the Iris Auto Iris (Automatic Adjustment) Mode You can adjust the aperture of the lens iris manually or automatically according to the brightness of the object. Press the [IRIS] button to set to the Auto Iris mode. The iris is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the object. The a icon appears on the screen. 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24 ,2012 12 :34 : 56 IRIS 10 0 P 13000K . 4030 20 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1. 6 1/ 100 .
Setting the Gain Automatic Gain Mode (Automatic Gain Adjustment) This function electrically boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the object. You can set the gain of the video amplifier according to the brightness of the object. Select the setting mode according to your shooting conditions. GAIN FULL AUTO Shooting L M H ON . OFF Manual Gain Mode (Manual Gain Switching) 1 Press the [GAIN] button to set to the Manual Gain mode. 0 The a icon on the screen disappears.
Setting the Electronic Shutter You can change the shutter speed (time for each shooting frame) using the electronic shutter function. Electronic shutter can be adjusted manually or automatically. Manual Shutter Mode (Manual Shutter Switching) When shutter is ON, use the cross-shaped button (JK) to set the shutter speed. Shutter speed differs according to the video format and variable frame rate settings.
During Variable Frame Rec Shutter J Resolution/ Frame & Bit Rate Frame Rate ON (Step) Shooting (Standard) K J ON 720/30p, 720/24p, 1080/30p, 1080/24p 60, 30, 15 ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ 1/10000 1/4000 1/2000 1/1000 1/500 1/250 1/120 1/100 1/60 1/30 1/15 1/7.5 54, 27 ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ 1/10000 1/4000 1/2000 1/1000 1/500 1/250 1/120 1/100 1/60 1/54 1/27 1/13.5 1/6.
1 Press the [SHUTTER] button or set the [FULL AUTO] switch to “ON” to enter Automatic Shutter mode. 0 The a icon appears on the screen. 0 The camera recorder enters the Automatic Shutter mode. The shutter speed is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the object. Setting the ND Filter Use the ND filter to keep the lens aperture in the appropriate range. Switch according to the brightness of the object.
Preset Mode (PRESET) 0 Two different color temperature settings are registered on this camera recorder. You can switch between them using the [y] button. (Default setting: “3200K” 1 “5600K”) 0 Press the [y] button to switch to a different color temperature. (“Preset Temp.” 1 “Alternative Temp.”) 1 Set the [WHT BAL B/A/PRESET] switch to “PRESET”. 2 Press the [y] button. You can change both the color temperature settings in the Preset mode in the menu. 1 Open the [Preset Temp.] or [Alternative Temp.] menu.
White Paint Adjustment You can fine-tune the white balance saved in Memory A or Memory B. AUTO WHITE A OPERATION White Detection Frame 1 Select [Main Menu] B [Camera Process] B [White Balance] B [AWB Paint] and press the Set button (R). The White Paint Adjustment screen appears. [AWB] Activating 1 Shooting . Result Display Caution : 0 Do not use highly reflective objects, such as metals. Doing so may result in improper white balance adjustment.
Automatic White Balance Mode (FAW: Fulltime Auto White balance) 0 Press the [WHT BAL] button on the side control panel to enter into Automatic White Balance mode. 0 “” appears on the screen. 0 Set the [FULL AUTO] switch on the camera recorder to “ON” to enter Automatic White Balance mode. An appropriate white balance is automatically adjusted according to the color temperature of the lighting on the object. 0 White balance switching with the [WHT BAL B/A/PRESET] selection switch is disabled.
Memo : 0 For details of the respective items, see the [Camera Process] menu. (A P96 [Camera Process Menu] ) Reduces blurring of images due to camera shake. 1 Check whether the image stabilizer feature is turned ON or OFF. If the image stabilizer icon (i/j) does not appear on the screen display, the image stabilizer function is OFF. 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24 , 2012 12 :34 : 56 4030 20 10 0 P 13000K 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.
Audio Recording Setting Input Channel to [INPUT1]/[INPUT2] You can record audio from the two channels (CH1/ CH2) in synchronization with video images on this camera recorder. Select from the four options below to record the audio.
Adjusting Audio Recording Level You can select to adjust the audio recording levels for the two channels (CH1/CH2) manually or automatically. CH1 CH2 INT INPUT1 INPUT2 LC FULL AUTO AUTO MANUAL ON CH2 . OFF Manual Adjustment Mode (Manual Adjustment) 0 Set the [CH1/CH2 AUTO/MANUAL] switch on the camera recorder to “MANUAL” to enter the manual adjustment mode, and use the [CH1]/ [CH2] recording level adjustment knob to set the recording level.
Monitoring Audio Sound During Recording Using a Headphone You can check the recorded audio using headphone. 1 Shooting 2 Time Code and User’s Bit Time code and user’s bit data are recorded with the video in this camera recorder. The time code and user’s bit are displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor during playback or recording. (Display screen) Displaying Time Code and User’s Bit AUX 3 MONITOR . CH1 BOTH CH2 1 Connect the headphone.
Time Code Operation Mode Set the time code operation in [Main Menu] B [TC/ UB] B [TC Generator]. (A P100 [ TC Generator ] ) Memo : 0 When [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] is set to “Variable Frame”, “Interval Rec” or “Frame Rec”, and [TC Generator] is set to “Free Run” or “Free Run(Ext)”, Rec Run is activated. 0 When [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Record Format] B [Format] is set to “AVCHD”, Pre Rec enters Free Run mode.
Setting Time Code CANCEL MENU/THUMB 2 Set the time code (hour, minute, second, frame). Use the cross-shaped button (HI) to place the cursor at the item to set, then use the crossshaped button (JK) to change the values. Cursor During non-drop frame . During drop frame Memo : 0 Press the [OIS/2] button to reset each digit to “0”. The cursor moves to the time digit (left). 3 Check the values and press the Set button (R). 0 The time code is set and the screen returns to [TC/UB].
Setting Time Code without Opening the Menu 1 Select [Main Menu] B [TC/UB] B [UB Preset] and press the Set button (R). (A P101 [ UB Preset ] ) The [UB Preset] setting screen appears. MENU/THUMB CANCEL 1 MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL OIS / 2 . 2 Use the cross-shaped button (HI) to place the cursor at the item to set, then use the cross-shaped button (JK) to change the values. Numbers between 0 and 9 or alphabets between A and F can be specified for the user’s bit. Cursor TIME CODE .
Synchronizing Time Code on Another Camera This camera recorder is equipped with a time code input/output terminal ([TC] terminal). Connect another camera recorder to the [TC] terminal and synchronize to the time code. 1 Connect the [TC] terminal of the master device with the [TC] terminal of the slave device. Set the [TC IN/OUT] switch of the master device to “OUT”, and the [TC IN/OUT] switch of the slave device to “IN”.
00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24 , 2012 12 :34 :56 10 0 P 13000K ZEBRA/5 AE PUSH 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1. 6 1/ 100 AUTO Item Top Settings Options Upper luminance 5% - 100%, Over limit for displaying (in 5 % increments) [Zebra] Bottom Lower luminance 0% - 100% (in 5 % limit for displaying increments) [Zebra] 3 Display the zebra pattern. Press the [ZEBRA/5] button to display the zebra pattern in the specified range. .
Setting Spot Meter Shooting The brightness of the object during shooting is displayed. This function is useful when setting video or stage lighting or when specifying camera exposure. A cursor indicating the location and the brightness (%) of that location are displayed in the images shown on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen. 0 Zebra patterns display the brightness of output video signals.
When [Max & Min]/[Max]/[Min] is selected When [Manual] is selected A The cursors appear according to the setting when the button is pressed. Green and yellow frames appear, and the brightness levels of these areas are displayed. A The brightness of the cursor position is displayed when the button is pressed. Cursor (Green) Jan 24,2012 12:34:56 00:00:00.00 282min 100min 50min Jan 24,2012 12:34:56 10 0 P 13000K 5.6 5. f t ND 1/64 AE+6 0dB F1.
Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review) You can check (review) the last recorded video clip on the screen. However, the video clip cannot be played back if the settings of the camera recorder are different from the video format (Resolution/Frame & Bit Rate/SD Aspect) of the clip. (A P109 [ Resolution ] ) (A P109 [ Frame & Bit Rate ] ) (A P110 [ SD Aspect ] ) Shooting Memo : 0 To use this function, assign “Clip Review” to any of the user buttons. “Clip Review” is assigned to [C.
Splitting the Clips Freely (Clip Cutter Trig) Dual Rec 0 If both the slots are loaded with recordable cards 1 Assign the “Clip Cutter Trig” function to any of the user buttons. (A P38 [Assigning Functions to User Buttons] ) 2 Press the user button that is assigned with “Clip Cutter Trig” during shooting. [CLIP CUT] appears on the display screen and the clip is split. REC 00: 00: 00.00 100min 50min Jan 24 , 2012 12 :34 :56 CLIP CUT 10 0 P 13000K 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.6 1/ 100 REC .
Setting to Dual Rec Mode 1 Set [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Slot Mode] to “Dual”. (A P111 [ Slot Mode ] ) “DUAL” appears on the display screen. 00: 00: 00.00 DUAL 0 P 13000K . 10 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.6 1/ 100 2 Start recording. 0 Insert recordable media in both slots, and press the [REC] button. 0 In the Dual Rec mode, recording to the media in both slots starts at the same time.
Backup Rec 0 The Backup Rec mode allows you to make use of the media in slot B for backup recording by controlling the starting and stopping of recording in slot B without using the [REC] button. 0 Start or stop the recording using [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Slot Mode] B [Backup Rec] or press the user button that is assigned with “Backup Trig”.
1 Set [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Slot Mode] to “Backup”. (A P111 [ Slot Mode ] ) “BACKUP” appears on the display screen. 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24,2012 12 :34 :56 BACKUP 10 0 P 13000K Red (not selected) 5 . 6f t ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1.6 1/ 100 00: 00: 00.00 100min 50min Jan 24 , 2012 12 :34 :56 100min 50min . 4030 20 3 Start normal recording (normal recording into slot A) 0 Press any of the [REC] buttons. 0 Recording into the media in slot A starts. (The characters “RREC” appear in red.
White Special Recording Besides the normal recording mode, five special recording methods are available in this camera recorder. They are Pre Rec, Clip Continuous, Frame Rec, Interval Rec and Variable Frame. Select a mode from [Record Set] B [Rec Mode]. Memo : 0 Set using [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode]. (A P110 [ Rec Mode ] ) 0 When [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Record Format] B [Format] is set to “AVCHD”, “Clip Continuous” cannot be selected.
Caution : 0 When the interval between start and stop recording is short, “STBYP” may not be displayed immediately after recording is complete. “RRECP” B “STBYP” (“STBY” blinks in red) B “STBYP” is displayed. 0 When the SD card becomes full during recording, recording stops and “STOP” is displayed. 0 Video and audio before the above mentioned time may not be recorded after recording starts in the following cases.
Memo : 0 The following operations cannot be performed while recording is paused (STBYC, yellow text). 0 Clip Review operation (A P70 [Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)] ) 0 Switching SD card slots 0 Switching operation mode (A P18 [Operation Modes] ) 0 Files are split into sizes of 4 GB (or 30 minutes) regardless of the menu settings. Caution : 0 Do not remove the SD card during recording (RRECC, red text) or recording pause (STBYC, yellow text).
Shooting 1 Set [Rec Mode] to “Frame Rec”. 0 Set [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] to “Frame Rec”. (A P110 [ Rec Mode ] ) 0 The display changes (“STBY” B “STBYM”). 2 Set the number of frames to record in [Rec Frames]. 0 Set using [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] B [Rec Frames]. (A P110 [ Rec Frames ] ) 3 Start recording. 0 Press the [REC] button to record only the number of frames specified in [Rec Frames] and pause.
Shooting 3 Set the time interval to start recording in [Interval Rec]. Set using [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] B [Rec Interval]. (A P110 [ Rec Interval ] ) 4 Start recording. 0 Press the [REC] button to record only the number of frames specified in [Rec Frames] and pause. 0 After the specified time in [Rec Interval] has passed, recording starts again to record only the number of frames specified in [Rec Frames] and pause. 0 Interval Rec continues until the recording is stopped.
Variable Frame Rec Shooting in this mode allows you to obtain smooth slow motion or quick motion videos. Using different frame rate settings for recording and playback, videos captured at normal speed can be played back more smoothly than those in low or high speed playback. To enable Variable Frame Rec, the following two settings are required at the same time. 0 [Record Format] B [Resolution] is set to “1920x1080” or “1280x720”.
Playing Recorded Clips To play back clips recorded on SD cards, switch to the Media mode. Press and hold the [MODE] selection button in Camera mode to enter Media mode. A thumbnail screen of the clips recorded on the SD card is displayed. You can play back the selected clip on the thumbnail screen. Memo : 0 When an SD card without any clips is inserted, “No Clips” is displayed. F [OIS/2] Button 0 Switches the selection status of the clip selected by the cursor.
Memo : 0 Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted on the camera recorder. 0 When [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Record Format] B [Format] is set to “AVCHD”, the OK mark indicates that the clip is protected. (A P109 [ Format ] ) A B . Playback B Continued From Mark This mark indicates that the current clip is continued from another SD card when recording is divided and made on several SD cards.
Detailed screen * Items that are common with the Standard screen will not be described. Refer to “[Standard screen] P 81”. A B . C The action selection screen is displayed when the User 3 ([LOLUX/3]) button is pressed. You can perform the following operations. Item Select All Clips Select OK Marked Select Range Description Selects all clips. Selects all clips appended with OK mark. Specifies the range when selecting multiple clips.
Memo : 0 The object of action is the clip of the current slot being displayed. 0 [Selected Clips] cannot be performed if there are no selected (appended with check mark) clips. 0 [This Clip] cannot be performed if there are more than one selected (appended with check mark) clips. 0 If the write-protect switch of an SD card is set, OK mark cannot be appended or deleted, and the clips cannot be deleted. Playing back Use the operation buttons on the side control panel of the camera recorder to play back.
Time Code Playback Time code or user’s bit recorded on an SD card can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder. Memo : 0 The time code is also superimposed on the video signal output from the [HD/SD SDI] output terminal. 0 User’s bit output from the [HD/SD SDI] output terminal is used as a flag to determine valid video signals. Therefore, accurate values will not be output. 0 If a section without time code is played back, the time code will stop. However, playback will continue.
3 Select [Delete Clips] B [This Clip] and press the Set button (R). A screen to confirm deletion appears. Appending/Deleting OK Mark 0 You can append OK marks to the clips for important scenes. 0 Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted, thus protecting the important clips. 0 When the camera recorder is in Media mode, 3 . you can delete the OK marks appended during recording, or append/delete OK marks after shooting.
During Playback or Pause Screen 1 Press [FOCUS ASSIST/1] button during clip playback. 0 If the clip does not have an OK mark, an OK mark will be appended. 0 If the clip is appended with an OK mark, the OK mark will be deleted. 1000/2000 282min 1920x1080 60i HQ Selecting and Performing Operations on Multiple Clips 0 Multiple clips can be selected during thumbnail screen or playback screen display. 0 After selecting multiple clips, perform 4030 40 30 20 0 OK Mark .
Selecting Multiple Clips Consecutively 1 Press the [LOLUX/3] button. 2 Select “Select Range” in the action selection screen, and press the Set button (R). . 2 3 4 . Playback 3 Move the cursor to the beginning (or end) of the range for multiple selection, and press the Set button (R). 4 Move the cursor to the other end of the range. 0 Magenta check marks appear on the clips within the range. (Including clips that were already selected.
Basic Operations in Menu Screen 0 Press the [MENU/THUMB] button on the side Operation Buttons Use the operation buttons on the side control panel of the camera recorder or the buttons on the LCD monitor to operate the menu. A MENU/THUMB B CANCEL D DISPLAY G C A MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL D B CANCEL OIS / 2 TIME CODE E F .
Display and Description of the Menu Screen Selecting Menu Items I A F A D C H G F E B . B Changing Setting Values C E . D Menu Display and Detailed Settings A Cursor Indicates the selected item. Use the crossshaped button (JK) to move the cursor B Menu Item 0 Displays the names of the menu item and sub-menu. 0 Menu items with [...] after them indicates that there is a sub-menu to access. C Fixed Item Items that cannot be changed are displayed in gray and cannot be selected.
Text Input with Software Keyboard Use the software keyboard to enter the [Scene File]/[Picture File] subname and [Clip Name Prefix]. [Scene File]/[Picture File] (A P126 [Configuring Setup Files] ) A B H C E . D G F (A P111 [ Clip Name Prefix ] ) A B H C E . D A Character Entry Field 0 Field for entering the title. 0 You can enter up to 8 characters for the [Scene File]/[Picture File] subname or up to 4 characters for the [Clip Name Prefix].
Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart Main Menu... TC/UB... TC Generator TC Preset Menu Display and Detailed Settings Camera Function... Bars OIS Flicker Correction Flash Band Correction Shutter AE Level AE Speed ALC Limit Auto Iris Limit (OPEN) Auto Iris Limit (CLOSE) EEI Limit Smooth Trans GAIN L GAIN M GAIN H AE LEVEL SW Handle Zoom Speed AF Assist User Switch Set... UB Preset Drop Frame LCD/VF... Shooting Assist... Marker Settings... Display Settings...
Camera Function Menu Menu screen for specifying operation settings during shooting. This item can only be selected in the Camera mode. Bars For setting whether to output color bars. [Setting Values: On, ROff] Memo : 0 The audio test signals (1 kHz) can be output simultaneously with the color bar output. (A P107 [ Test Tone ] ) OIS For setting whether to enable image stabilizer. When “On” is selected, set the Level. [Setting Values: On, ROff] For setting the level of the image stabilizer.
ALC Limit For setting the maximum gain value of “ALC”, which electrically boosts the sensitivity level according to the brightness automatically. [Setting Values: 24dB, R18dB, 12dB, 6dB] Auto Iris Limit (OPEN) For setting the limit value of the OPEN end when auto iris is enabled. [Setting Values: F5.6, F4, F2.8, F2, RF1.6] Auto Iris Limit (CLOSE) For setting the limit value of the CLOSE end when auto iris is enabled. [Setting Values: F11, RF8, F5.
User Switch Set Item USER1 - USER7, LCD KEY▲/LCD KEY▶/LCD KEY▼/LCD KEY◀ By assigning one of the following functions to each of the [FOCUS ASSIST/1], [OIS/2], [LOLUX/3], [AE LOCK/4], [ZEBRA/5], [MARKER/6], [C.REVIEW/7] buttons or the cross-shaped buttons on the LCD monitor, these buttons can be used to control the assigned function (on/off, start, switch). Set according to the shooting conditions. Usable only in the Camera mode.
9 Hysteresis For setting the margin to maintain status when the face that is being tracked is lost. Set to “Fast” to select another object immediately if the face on the screen is lost. Set to “Slow” to operate at the same position for some time even if the face on the screen is lost. [Setting Values: Fast, RMiddle, Slow] AE Lock Menu Display and Detailed Settings For specifying the operation when any of the [USER1]-[USER7], [LCD KEY▲], [LCD KEY▶], [LCD KEY▼], or [LCD KEY◀] items is set to “AE Lock”.
9 Compress Level Compression amount increases when a larger value is specified. [Setting Values: 1 to 5 (R 3)] Memo : 0 This item is displayed only when [Black Toe] is set to “Compress”. Otherwise, this item appears as “---” and cannot be selected. Knee Memo : 0 When [WDR] is set to other than “Off”, this item appears as “---” and cannot be selected. 9 Level For setting the starting point (knee point) of knee compression when [Knee] is set to “Manual”.
0 Strong: Enhances the effect of gradation compensation for object with wide dynamic range due to outdoor or strong backlight conditions. 0 Natural: Normal setting for wide dynamic range. 0 Weak: Reduces the effect of gradation compensation compared to the normal setting. 0 Off: Sets the wide dynamic range function to “Off”. [Setting Values: Strong, Natural, Weak, ROff] Memo : 0 When [WDR] is set to other than “Off”, [Black Toe], [Knee], [Gamma] and [White Clip] cannot be selected. White Balance...
Detail/Adjust Item V/H Balance For setting the H/V balance to enhance contour (detail) in the horizontal (H) or vertical (V) direction. 0 H+1 to H+4: Increasing the value enhances contour in the horizontal direction. 0 V+1 to V+4: Increasing the value enhances contour in the vertical direction. [Setting Values: H+1 to H+4, RNormal, V+1 to V+4] Memo : 0 When [System] under [Record Format] is set to “SD”, this item is fixed at “Normal”.
White Balance Item Preset Temp. For setting the color temperature when the [WHT BAL] switch is set to “PRESET”. For details, refer to “[Adjusting the White Balance] P 55”. Alternative Temp. For setting the alternative color temperature in the Preset mode. When the [WHT BAL] switch is set to “PRESET”, pressing the [y] button each time switches the color temperature setting in the Preset mode. ([Preset Temp.] 1 [Alternative Temp.]) For details, refer to “[Adjusting the White Balance] P 55”.
TC Preset For setting the time code (hour, minute, second, frame). Display : Drop setting 02:02:25.20 : Non Drop setting 02:02:25:20 UB Preset For setting the user’s bit. (Digit by digit) Display : AB CD EF 01 Drop Frame Memo : 0 This item can be set only when [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Record Format] B [Frame & Bit Rate] is set to “60p”, “30p”, or “60i”. When the frame rate is “24p”, “Non Drop” becomes fixed and cannot be selected.
VF Bright For setting the brightness of the viewfinder screen. Increasing the value increases the brightness. [Setting Values: -10 to +10 (R 0)] VF Contrast For setting the difference in luminance between the darkest and brightness areas in the viewfinder screen. Increasing the value increases the contrast. [Setting Values: -10 to +10 (R 0)] LCD Contrast For setting the difference in luminance between the darkest and brightness areas in the LCD monitor. Increasing the value increases the contrast.
Marker Settings Item For setting the marker and safety zone, which are useful in helping you determine the angle of view for the image according to the shooting purpose. (A P124 [Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only)] ) Memo : 0 During Clip Review or when in the Media mode, the markers do not appear regardless of the setting. Marker Settings For setting whether to display marker, safety zone, and center marks on the screen.
Media Remain For setting whether to display the remaining space of the recording SD card. [Setting Values: ROn, Off] Memo : 0 When the remaining space warning is displayed, the information appears even when “Off” is selected. 0 The displayed time is an estimate. TC/UB For specifying whether to display the time code (TC) or user’s bit (UB) rate in the display on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen.
A/V Set Menu Menu screen for video output and audio. Video Set... For specifying video output-related settings. (A P105 [Video Set Item] ) Audio Set... For specifying audio-related settings. (A P106 [Audio Set Item] ) Video Set Item Display On TV For setting whether to display the display and menu characters on the external monitor. [Setting Values: On, ROff] For setting the terminal to output the video.
Audio Set Item Input1 Mic Ref. For setting the reference input level when the [INPUT1] selection switch is set to “MIC” or “MIC +48V”. [Setting Values: -62dB, -56dB, R-50dB, -44dB, -38dB] Input2 Mic Ref. For setting the reference input level when the [INPUT2] selection switch is set to “MIC” or “MIC +48V”. [Setting Values: -62dB, -56dB, R-50dB, -44dB, -38dB] Int. Mic Gain For setting the sensitivity of the built-in microphone.
Test Tone For specifying whether to output the audio test signals (1 kHz) during color bar output. [Setting Values: On, ROff] INPUT1/2 Wind Cut Int. Mic Wind Cut For selecting whether to cut the low frequencies of the audio input signals (low-cut) from the built-in microphone. Set this item to “On” to reduce wind noise from the microphone. [Setting Values: On, ROff] Equalizer You can correct the characteristic and enhance the sound of the connected microphone using this equalizer setting.
System Menu This menu screen allows system-related settings. For specifying recording settings, formatting and restoring of SD card, tally lamp setting, date/time, time zone, and other settings. It can also be used to reset the menu settings to their default values. Record Set... For specifying recorded video-related settings. (A P109 [Record Set Item] ) Media 9 Format Media Menu Display and Detailed Settings For formatting (initializing) an SD card.
Time Zone For setting the UTC time difference in units of 30 minutes. [Setting Values: UTC-00:30-UTC-12:00, UTC, UTC+14:00-UTC+00:30 (in 30 min increments)] (Default values: UTC-05:00 (U model), UTC (E model)) Memo : 0 If [Date/Time] is already set, the [Date/Time] item is automatically adjusted when [Time Zone] is altered. System Information 9 Version Displays information on the firmware version.
9 SD Aspect For setting the aspect ratio of the recorded image when [System] is set to “SD”. [Setting Values: R16:9, 4:3] Memo : 0 When [System] is set to “HD”, this item is fixed at “16:9”. 9 Pre Rec Time Rec Mode 0 For selecting the record mode for recording to the SD card. (A P75 [Special Recording] ) 0 The selectable options vary according to the [Record Format] menu settings. Format MP4 (MPEG2) QuickTime (MPEG2) Menu Display and Detailed Settings AVCHD QuickTime (H.
Slot Mode For setting the operation of the card slot. 0 Series: Mode that activates the two slots sequentially. 0 Dual: Mode that activates the two slots at the same time. (A P71 [Dual Rec] ) 0 Backup: Mode that enables recording to slot B without using the [REC] button. This item is selectable only when [Rec Mode] is set to “Normal”. Start or stop the recording using the [Backup Rec] menu or press the [USER1] to [USER7], [LCD KEY▲], [LCD KEY▶], [LCD KEY▼], [LCD KEY◀] that is assigned with “Backup Trig”.
You can select and add/edit frequently used menu items freely to create a personal menu screen (Favorites Menu). Memo : 0 [Favorites Menu] is only enabled in the Camera mode. [Favorites Menu] remains unchanged even when the recording format changes. 0 Up to 20 menu items can be added. 0 Added items in [Favorites Menu] will not be reset even when [Main Menu] B [Reset All] is executed. 0 Long descriptive names may be displayed for the menu items in [Favorites Menu] to enable better understanding.
Editing Favorites Menu You can delete or change the order of the items added to [Favorites Menu]. 4 Press the [OIS/2] button. A delete mark (b) appears at the beginning of the menu item. Deleting Items from [Favorites Menu] 1 Open the [Favorites Menu] screen. A Press the [MENU] button to open the [Main Menu] screen. 2 Select [Edit Favorites] and press the Set button (R) or crossed-shaped button (I). The header turns magenta and the editing mode is activated.
Changing the Order of Items in [Favorites Menu] MENU/THUMB 3 Select the menu or submenu item to move and press the Set button (R). The moving mode is activated and a position selection bar for the move appears. DISPLAY CANCEL 3 MENU/THUMB AE LEVEL FOCUS ASSIST/1 OIS / 2 TIME CODE Position Selection Bar 4 Select the position to move to with the cross-shaped button (JK). Move the position selection bar with the crossshaped button (JK) and select a position to move to. 5 Press the Set button (R).
6 Press the [FOCUS ASSIST/1] button. The option menu to exit the [Favorites Menu] editing mode appears. 7 Select [Save & Exit] and press the Set button (R). . 7 Menu Display and Detailed Settings Memo : 0 Moving is not complete until the changes are saved with [Save & Exit]. 0 To exit the editing mode without saving any changes, select [Exit without Saving]. 0 To return to the editing mode, select [Cancel].
Display Screen in Camera Mode Display 0 screen This screen displays the event. It is also used to display warnings only. ※1 Y X A ※1 282min 100min 50min D 12 . 5/ 30f ps ※2 H 0 P 13000K P 13000K ND 1 /64 AE+6 0dB F1. 6 F1.6 1/ 100 . I *1 *2 Appears only during warnings Appears only during operation Display 1 screen Display/Status Screen A ※ D Y X ※ W 282min 100min 50min V 00: 00: 00.00 Jan 24, 2012 12 :34 :56 12 . 5/ 30f ps 0 G 4030 20 10 0 P 13000K K L M . H IJ 5 .
F Frame Rate/Bit Rate Displays the frame rate and bit rate in pairs. Memo : 0 This item is not displayed when [Main Menu] B [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings] B [Record Format] is set to “Off”. (A P103 [ Record Format ] ) . 4030 20 10 0 0 When [Rec Mode] B [Rec Mode] is set to “Frame Rec”, “Interval Rec”, or “Variable Frame”, audio cannot be recorded and is indicated by the x mark. 10 0 .
L Shutter 0 The current shutter speed is displayed when the shutter is set to “On”. (A P93 [ Shutter ] ) 0 a is displayed when the [FULL AUTO] switch is set to “ON” to enable Full Auto shooting mode, or when the [SHUTTER] button is pressed to enable automatic shutter mode. Memo : 0 The variable range of the shutter speed varies according to the video format settings. (A P53 [Setting the Electronic Shutter] ) 0 Displayed in the Display 0 screen only when there is a change.
. 00:00:00:00 ※ * Colon (:) denotes non-drop frames and dot (.) denotes drop frames. 0 Example of user’s bit display: FF EE DD 20 Memo : 0 You can specify whether to display the time code, user’s bit, or turn off the display in [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings] B [TC/UB]. This item will not be displayed when “Off” is selected.
Display/Status Screen Y Media Status ---: No card found in the selected slot STBY : Recording standby RREC : Recording REVIEW : Clip Review (A P70 [Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)] ) STBY P : Pre Rec recording standby (A P75 [Pre Rec] ) RRECP : Pre Rec recording (A P75 [Pre Rec] ) STBY C : Clip Continuous Rec recording standby (A P76 [Clip Continuous Rec] ) : Clip Continuous Rec recording RRECC (A P76 [Clip Continuous Rec] ) : Clip Continuous Rec recording STBYC (displayed in pause yellow
Display Screen in Media Mode Media Display 0 Screen This screen displays the media status or event. It is also used to display warnings only. O A ※ NM L K Memo : 0 Displayed in the Media Display 0 screen during warnings only. 1000/2000 282min C Resolution Displays the video image resolution. D Frame Rate/Bit Rate Displays the frame rate and bit rate in pairs. E Operation Guide Displays a guide for the current operation buttons. F Audio Level Meter Displays the audio levels of CH1 and CH2. 0 H .
J Time Code (I)/User’s Bit (J) Display 0 Displays the time code (hour: minute: second: frame) or user’s bit data. 0 Example of time code display: 00:00:00:00 ※ . H Information Display Use the [AE LOCK/4] button to switch between camera information display, GPS display and turning off the display. 0 The GPS display displays information on the recording location of the video being played back only when GPS information has been recorded. The local date/time is displayed.
Status Screen For checking the settings of the camera recorder. Audio Screen For checking the settings related to audio input. (A P106 [Audio Set Item] ) Camera 1 Screen/Camera 2 Screen . For checking information related to shooting using the camera recorder. Audio Level Screen Video Screen For checking the settings related to video output. (A P105 [Video Set Item] ) . . For checking the status (functions assigned) of the user buttons. (A P38 [Assigning Functions to User Buttons] ) .
Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only) The marker and safety zone displays are useful in helping you determine the angle of view for the image according to the shooting purpose. 0 Example of display when [Aspect Ratio] = “4:3”, [Aspect Marker] = “Line+Halftone”, and [Center Mark] = “On” Safety Zone Center Mark Color Bar Output Color bars can be output on this camera recorder. Memo : 0 The audio test signals (1 kHz) can be output simultaneously with the color bar output.
0 The color matrix of the camera recorder can be adjusted to a color of the user’s preference. 0 When shooting is performed using multiple cameras, the colors of the different cameras can be adjusted, and a color of the user’s preference can be set on this camera recorder. 0 The Saturation, Hue and Lightness of the primary and complementary colors (6 colors in total) can be set individually. 0 Adjust the color on the vector scope and waveform monitor using the DSC color chart.
The menu settings can be stored on the camera recorder or an SD card by saving them as a setup file. Loading a saved setup file enables you to reproduce the appropriate setup state speedily. Two types of setup files are available. o Scene file: File that contains all menu settings, ranging from video format settings to image creation settings such as device settings and shooting conditions, as well as the contents of the [Favorites Menu].
5 . 6 7 Save the file. 0 A confirmation screen appears when you choose to overwrite. Select [Overwrite] on the confirmation screen, and press the Set button (R). Saving starts, and “Storing...” appears on the screen. 0 Saving starts, and “Storing...” appears on the screen when the file is newly saved. 1 Display the [Setup File] menu. Select [Main Menu] B [System] B [Setup File] and press the Set button (R). (A P108 [ Setup File ] ) 2 Select [Load File] and press the Set button (R).
Deleting Setup Files 1 Display the [Setup File] menu. Select [Main Menu] B [System] B [Setup File] and press the Set button (R). (A P108 [ Setup File ] ) 2 Select [Delete File] and press the Set button (R). 3 Select [Scene File] or [Picture File], and press the Set button (R). The existing files are displayed. 4 Select the file to delete using the crossshaped button (JK), and press the Set button (R). . 4 5 Select [Delete] on the confirmation screen, and press the Set button (R).
Managing/Editing Clips on a PC 2 Select [Change] using the cross-shaped button (JK), and press the Set button (R). The camera recorder switches to USB mode. Loading Clips to the PC (USB Connection Mode) 0 You can load clips to a PC by connecting the 1 Connect the camera recorder to the PC using a USB cable. A confirmation message “Change to USB Mode?” to enable the USB connection appears. Memo : 0 If recording is in progress, the “Change to USB Mode?” message appears after recording stops.
When your PC cannot recognize the SD card Confirm and update the OS of your PC. Connecting External Monitor OS Windows XP/ Windows XP SP1 Windows XP SP2/ Windows XP SP3 0 To output live or playback video images and audio sound to an external monitor, select the output signals from the camera recorder, and connect using an appropriate cable according to the monitor to be used. 0 Choose the most suitable terminal according to the monitor in use.
* When [Record Format] B [System] is set to “SD”, only SD-SDI signals are output. (A P109 [ System ] ) * To display the menu screen or display screen on an external monitor, set [A/V Set] B [Video Set] B [Display On TV] to “On”. (A P105 [ Display On TV ] ) Connecting the Headphone 0 Audio output from the [x] terminal can be selected using [A/V Set] B [Monitor] or the [MONITOR] selection switch on the camera recorder.
Connecting Wired Remote Control The functions of the camera recorder can be configured using a wired remote control. Memo : 0 When the switches of the camera recorder and remote control unit are operated at the same time, the switch operation of the remote control unit takes priority over that of the camera recorder. 1 Connect a wired remote control to the camera recorder. Connect the wired remote control (sold separately) to the [REMOTE] terminal of this camera recorder. INPUT2 INPUT1 BATT.
Error Messages and Actions Warning display on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen, tally lamp indication and warning tone are as follows according to the error status. Memo : 0 This camera recorder makes use of a microcomputer. Noise interference from external sources may prevent it from functioning properly. When this occurs, turn off and on the power of the camera recorder again. Error Message Thumbnail Screen Display Screen Dedicated Screen TURN POWER OFF TURN BACK ON LATER - - Getting Overheated.
Error Message Thumbnail Screen Display Screen Dedicated Screen LOST MEDIA - INFO [*] Status Action 0 Card is removed while recording Restore the card using this is in progress. 0 Card is removed while formatting is in progress. 0 Card is removed while restoring camera recorder. (A P42 [Restoring the SD Card] ) is in progress. 0 Card is removed while adding the OK mark. 0 Card is removed while writing a setup file.
Tally Lamp The tally lamp start blinking when the remaining space on the SD card is running out during recording, or when the battery power is running low.
Troubleshooting Symptom Power does not turn on. Action 0 Is the AC adapter properly connected? 0 Is the battery charged? 0 Is the power turned on immediately after it is turned off? Others Make sure to wait for an interval of at least 5 seconds before turning on the power again. 0 Is the record trigger button/lock switch on the handle turned on? Unable to start recording. 0 Is the write-protect switch of the SD card turned on? Make sure that the write-protect switch is turned off.
Symptom The time code and user’s bit are not displayed. The date and time are not displayed. Incorrect display on the viewfinder. Action 0 Even in Camera mode or Media mode, the time code and user’s bit may not be displayed depending to the type of display. 0 Is [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings] B [TC/UB] set to “Off”? To display the time code and user’s bit, set it to “TC” or “UB”.
Specifications General Item Power Power consumption Mass Allowable operating temperature Allowable operating humidity Allowable storage temperature Lens Description DC 12 V Approx. 10.2 W (during recording with backlight set to [STANDARD] while the viewfinder is in use) Approx. 2.
Video/Audio Accessories Warranty Card (U model only) Instructions Document and Software Disc AC Adapter Power Cord (U model: 1, E model: 2) Battery AV Cable Clamp Filter Wire Clamp Large Eyecup 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Others Item Description Recording time Approx. 25 minutes (8 GB SD card, 35 Mbps, VBR mode) HD mode (MOV/MP4: MPEG-2) Video QuickTime File Format (For recording file Final Cut Pro)/MP4 File Format format Video HQ mode MPEG-2 Long GOP VBR, 35 Mbps (Max) MP@HL, 1920x1080/59.94i, 29.97p, 23.
177.5 148.5 140 156.5 . Dimensional Outline Drawing (Unit: mm) 57 (HOOD) 197 178 415.5 269.5 345.5 402.5 Others * The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice.
Index A AC adapter .......................................... 29, 30 Action ........................................................ 83 Aspect ratio ................................................ 46 Auto power off ........................................... 31 B Backup rec ................................................ 73 Battery ................................................. 14, 28 Brightness adjustment ............................... 50 C Camera mode ..............................
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