Sony PMW-EX3 Manuale Utente

PMW-EX33-878-039-12(1)Solid-State Memory CamcorderPMW-EX3© 2008 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manu

Package Configuration10OverviewMake sure you have following items supplied with your camcorder.The number in parentheses indicates the number of that

Clip Operations100PlaybackDisplaying a Clip Operation menuPress the joystick or the jog dial.The Clip Operation menu for the current display pops up.S

Clip Operations101PlaybackWhen you select “DISP CLIP INFO” from a Clip Operation menu, the CLIP INFO screen appears.1. Image of the current clip2. Ima

Clip Operations102Playback1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu.The information screen for the selected clip appears, and a confirmation

Clip Operations103Playback1 Pause the playback or select a clip on the thumbnail screen then press the joystick or the jog dial.The corresponding Clip

Clip Operations104PlaybackSHOT MARK2: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 2SHOT MARK screen exampleThe detailed information

Clip Operations105PlaybackThe information screen for the selected frame appears and a confirmation message is displayed below the image.3 Select “Exec

Showing the Status Screens106Status DisplaysThis camcorder provides status screens of five kinds in Camera mode and four kinds in Media mode, permitti

CAMERA Status Screen107Status DisplaysThe settings and statuses related to image shooting are displayed.The CAMERA status screen is obtained only in C

AUDIO Status Screen108Status DisplaysInformation regarding audio signals is displayed.The display configuration varies between Camera mode and Media m

VIDEO Status Screen / BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen109Status DisplaysThe information on video formats and settings for the COMPONENT OUT, SDI OUT, MONIT

Features11OverviewThe PMW-EX3 is a highly compact and high-performance XDCAM EX1) camcorder that uses SxS1) memory cards, as its recording medium. The

BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen110Status DisplaysThe information on the battery pack and SxS memory cards is displayed.Battery: Battery charge remainingTh

Overview of the Setup Menus111Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsThis camcorder permits you to make various settings for recording and playback w

Basic Menu Operations112Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsThis section covers basic operations for setting the Setup menu items. Menu controlsME

Basic Menu Operations113Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsThe cursor is displayed on the icon of the menu used last, and the corresponding menu

Basic Menu Operations114Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings4 For the item that has subitems, turn the jog dial or tilt the joystick back or forth

Setup Menu List115Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsThe functions and available settings of menus are listed below.The default settings set at t

Setup Menu List116Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsShot Transition1)Setting the operating conditions of Shot TransitionTrans Time2 to 15 sec (4

Setup Menu List117Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsInterval RecSetting the Interval Recording functionSettingOn / OffTurn the Interval Recordin

Setup Menu List118Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings1) Valid with exclusive lenses onlyTLCS3)Setting the Total Level Control System (auto adjust

Setup Menu List119Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings2)Valid only when the RM-B750/B150 Remote Control Unit is connected3)If the mouted lens does

Features12Overview1080 resolutions. Frame rate is also selectable from interlace and progressive (59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, and native 23.98P). In add

Setup Menu List120Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsVIDEO SET MenuVIDEO SETMenu items Setting values ContentsYPbPr/SDI Out SelectSetting the com

Setup Menu List121Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsVF SET MenuVF SET Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsVFSetting the viewfinderCol

Setup Menu List122Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsDisplay On/OffSelecting the items to be displayed in the viewfinderVideo Level WarningsOn /

Setup Menu List123Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTC/UB SET MenuTC/UB SET Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsTimecodeSetting the t

Setup Menu List124Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsFlareAdjusting the flare for a lensR Flare–99 to +99 (±0)Adjust the flare (R).G Flare–99 to

Setup Menu List125Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsOTHERS MenuOTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsAll ResetResetting to the f

Setup Menu List126Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsAssign ButtonAssigning functions to the assignable buttons<1>Off / Marker / Last Clip

Setup Menu List127Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsBattery AlarmSetting the low power alarmLow BATT5% / 10% / 15% / ... / 45% / 50%Set the batt

Setup Menu List128Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings1)If clips cannot be played back, updating the managerial file on the card may improve the c

Connecting External Monitors129Connecting External DevicesTo display recording/playback pictures on an external monitor, select the output signal and

Features13OverviewFrame Recording functionFrame Recording is a unique feature of the PMW-EX3 camcorder that is especially useful for clay-animation sh

Connecting External Monitors130Connecting External DevicesImages of 50P/50i/25P are output as PAL signals, those of 59.94P/59.94i/29.97P are output as

Operating Clips With a Computer131Connecting External DevicesThe clips recorded on SxS memory cards with this camcorder can be controlled on a compute

Operating Clips With a Computer132Connecting External Devicesmessage (e.g., for formatting or restoration of an SxS memory card) is shown on the scree

Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection)133Connecting External DevicesFor information on XDCAM Transfer, visit the web sites shown in “XDCAM

Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection)134Connecting External Devices2 Set the external device to recording standby status.For operations of

About i.LINK135Connecting External Devices5 Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle.Recording begins.Notes• The REC START/STOP button on the gri

External Synchronization136Connecting External DevicesAbout data transfer speed of i.LINKi.LINK defines a maximum data transfer speed of approximately

External Synchronization137Connecting External DevicesThus the built-in timecode generator of your camcorder locks to the reference timecode.The messa

Operating From the RM-B750/B150138Connecting External DevicesWhen the optional RM-B750 or RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connected, various settings o

Operating From the RM-B750/B150139Connecting External Devices2 Select and set the menu items using the MENU SELECT knob and the CANCEL/ENTER switch.3

Using the Software14OverviewThe CD-ROM labelled “Utility Software for Solid-State Memory Camcorder and Recorder” contains the following software: SxS

Operating From the RM-B750/B150140Connecting External DevicesWhen the camcorder is set to Camera mode, the following functions can be made using the c

Operating From the RM-B750/B150141Connecting External DevicesFor details on operations of the Remote Control Unit, refer to the Operation Manual of th

Important Notes on Operation142AppendixesUse and storageDo not subject the unit to severe shocksThe internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warp

Important Notes on Operation143AppendixesIt is recommended that the portable communications devices near this unit be powered off.About the LCD panels

Formats and Limitations of Outputs144AppendixesThe format of output signals from the COMPONENT OUT connector and the SDI OUT connector varies accordin

Formats and Limitations of Outputs145AppendixesThe outputs from the camcorder are limited by the VIDEO SET menu settings as follows. These limitations

Lens File Operations146AppendixesUp to 6 lens files can be used with this camcorder.By storing the characteristics (compensation data) specific to len

Backup Battery147Appendixes8 Select “Store” and specify the file in which you wish to store the data.9 When the confirmation message is displayed, sel

Backup Battery148Appendixes2 Insert a new backup battery (CR2032) with the + symbol on the battery facing outside.3 Attach the cover in the original p

Troubleshooting149AppendixesTroubleshootingOperating PowerSymptoms Cause RemedyThe camcorder does not power on when you set the power switch either to

Using the Software15OverviewMacintosh: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0 GHz or higher (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.4 GHz or higheris recommended.)Memor

Troubleshooting150AppendixesExternal DevicesSymptoms Cause RemedyThe equipment connected to the camcorder via an i.LINK connection does not react as e

Error/Warning Indications151AppendixesThe camcorder informs you of situations where warning, caution, or an operation check is required, through messa

Error/Warning Indications152Appendixes1)(B) for the card in slot B2)B for a HDD connected to slot BUnknown Media(A)1)Please Change.A partitioned memor

MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License / Specifications153AppendixesANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIE

Specifications154AppendixesWith one SBP-32SP mode: Approx. 140 min.HQ mode: Approx. 100 min.Continuous operation time (recording)With the BP-U60Approx

Specifications155AppendixesAUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectorsXLR 3-pin (2), femaleLINE: +4 dBuMIC: –11 dBu to –65 dBu (6dB steps) (Reference level: 0 dBu=0

Specifications156AppendixesDimensions16:9 WIDE SCREENSDI OUTGENLOCK INREMOTETC OUTTC INHDV123LENS INFO BRT DISPASSIGNOFF21NDFILTER-+FRAMEGAINSTATUS ME

Index157AppendixesAAC adaptor 27AC power source 27ACCESS lamps 42add shot marks 104AF mode 64AGC mode 56, 57All Clips DEL 92All Reset 93, 125A

Index158AppendixesDDate/Time 29DC cable clamp 38DC IN connector 27DC IN Power 27delete a clip 102DELETE CLIP 102delete shot marks 104Detail 89

Index159Appendixesiris opening 59Iris ring 59IRIS switch 59JJog dial 19, 112Joystick 18, 112KKnee 90LLanguage 125Last Clip DEL 74, 92lens adap

Parts Identifications16OverviewFor functions and usage, see the pages shown in parentheses.1. Cable clamp for external microphone (page 69)2. External

Index160AppendixesSS&Q Motion 117, 139Safety Area 54Safety Zone 54SBAC-US10 131SBP-16 41SBP-32 41SBP-8 41SDI OUT connector 130SEL/SET butt

Index161AppendixesYYPbPr/SDI Out Display 120YPbPr/SDI Out Select 120ZZebra 55, 121ZEBRA button 55zebra patterns 55Zebra Select 56Zebra1 Level 5

Parts Identifications17Overview13. EyecupThe eyecup can be attached in the reversed direction.To reattach the eyecup, stretch it a little to attach to

Parts Identifications18OverviewOperation panel on the handle1. MONITOR VOL (volume) buttons (page 70, page 97)2. THUMBNAIL button (page 95)3. PLAY/PAU

Parts Identifications19Overview3. AUDIO IN (audio input selection) switches (page 69)Front lower operation block1. ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (pag

2To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. R

Parts Identifications20Overview1. SHOT TRANSITION operation block (page 80)2. TC/U-BIT/DURATION (time data selection) button (page 68, page 96)Viewfin

Parts Identifications21OverviewNoteThe lens is properly adjusted at the factory. Do not touch the controls of the lens control block.To remove the len

Parts Identifications22Overview7. REC (record) buttonsPress the z button together with the unmarked button (safety button) to start recording.8. REC P

On-Screen Indications23OverviewWhen this unit is in Camera mode (mode for recording), pressing the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button displays the statuses and

On-Screen Indications24Overview6. Media remaining indication [M] (page 44)7. Zoom position indication [M] (page 60)8. Lens extender indication(availab

On-Screen Indications25Overview2 Tilt the joystick or rotate the jog dial to set the cursor to the item to be operated then press the joystick or the

Power Supply26PreparationsYou can use a battery pack or AC power via an AC adaptor.If you connect an AC power source, it has a priority even if a batt

Power Supply27PreparationsThe camcorder indicates the remaining usage time in minutes by calculating the available time with the battery pack if opera

Power Supply28Preparations2 Connect the power cord supplied with the BC-U1/U2 to the AC input connector of the BC-U1/U2 then to an AC power source.3 S

Setting the Clock29PreparationsWhen you turn the camcorder on for the first time after purchasing or replacing the backup battery (page 147), the Init

3For the State of California, USA onlyPerchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchloratePerchlorate Mat

Adjusting the Viewfinder30PreparationsYou can adjust the angle and the display conditions of the viewfinder for best viewing in various shooting situa

Adjusting the Viewfinder31PreparationsPress the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode. Select (VF SET menu) then “VF” from the menu, and adj

Adjusting the Viewfinder32PreparationsWhen the camcorder is in Media mode, the picture is also inverted both vertically and horizontally. In Camera mo

Adjusting the Lens33Preparations3 Slide the knob on the top to the opposite side of the eyepiece.4 Detach the eyepiece by horizontally sliding it.The

Adjusting the Lens34PreparationsWith the supplied or optional exclusive 1/2-inch EX Mount lens, the flange focal length can be adjusted automatically.

Adjusting the Lens35PreparationsRemoving the supplied lensTo remove the supplied lens, proceed as follows:1 Set the lens mount stopper switch to the R

Adjusting the Lens36Preparationsmount section and set the adaptor in place.2 Turn the lens mount lever of the camcorder downward. (Keep the lens mount

Adjusting the Grip / Using the Cheek Pad37PreparationsThe grip rotates approx. 120 degrees to support a variety of shooting styles.Holding the RELEASE

Using the Cheek Pad38Preparations3 Insert the cheek pad from the back of the camcorder and secure it with the supplied screws.Align the holes on the b

Using the IR Remote Commander39Preparations1 Insert the cable clamp to the frame so that the rear projection of the cable clamp fits in the slot on th

4OverviewPackage Configuration ... 10Features ...

Using the IR Remote Commander40PreparationsNoteTo avoid malfunctions, the remote control function is automatically deactivated when the camcorder is t

Handling SxS Memory Cards41PreparationsThis camcorder records audio and video on SxS memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots.Usable SxS mem

Handling SxS Memory Cards42PreparationsNoteDo not operate the write-protect switch of an SxS memory card while it is set in the camcorder. Temporarily

Handling SxS Memory Cards43PreparationsRemoving an SxS memory card1 Open the cover, once press the EJECT button to release the lock, then pull the but

Handling SxS Memory Cards44PreparationsThe in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red.When formatting is

Using the PHU-60K45Preparations• In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes possible again.• The fo

Using the PHU-60K46Preparations3 Pass the cable through the cable guide slot above the card slot B and close the cover.4 Secure the cable at the cable

Using the PHU-60K47PreparationsIf an error occurs with data on the PHU-60K for some reason, the hard disk must be restored.If a PHU-60K that needs to

Basic Operation Procedure48RecordingThe operations described in this section assume that you are using the supplied or optional exclusive lens. The di

Basic Operation Procedure49RecordingRecording (Full Auto mode)6 Press the FULL AUTO button so that the button indicator lights.Full Auto mode is turne

5Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording ... 44Restoring an SxS Memory Card .

Selecting the Video Format50RecordingLYou can select various video formats for recording/playback using “Video Format” (page 128) of the OTHERS menu.T

Switching the ND Filters51RecordingWith “PAL Area” selectedPress the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode, display the OTHERS menu with , and

Adjusting the White Balance52RecordingThe white balance must be adjusted to suit to the color temperature of the light source.You can select the adjus

Adjusting the White Balance53RecordingExecute auto white-balance adjustment according to the color temperature of the light source.The adjustment valu

Adjusting the Black Balance / Displaying the Markers and Zebra Patterns54RecordingWith this camcorder, the black balance is automatically adjusted eac

Displaying the Markers and Zebra Patterns55RecordingWhen the aspect marker is on, the safety zone marker shows the effective area within the aspect ma

Setting the Gain56RecordingZebra SelectSelect the zebra pattern(s) to be displayed.1 (Zebra1): To display a zebra pattern in the area of ±10% centerin

Setting the Electronic Shutter57RecordingTo changePress the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode, display the CAMERA SET menu with , and sel

Setting the Electronic Shutter58Recordingshutter speed you specified with “Shutter” of the CAMERA SET menu.NoteWhen Auto Shutter mode is ON, the fixed

Adjusting the Iris59RecordingFor details on the Direct menu, see “Direct Menu Operation” on page 24.Select “EX Slow Shutter” from the CAMERA SET menu.

6Adjusting in AF Mode ... 64Using Macro Mode ... 65

Adjusting the Zoom60RecordingTo adjust the target level with the Direct menuThe target level can also be selected using the Direct menu.When you press

Adjusting the Zoom61RecordingSetting the ZOOM switch to the MANU position for Manual Zoom mode activates the zoom ring.Rotate the zoom ring to adjust

Adjusting the Focus62RecordingNoteIf you set “Zoom Speed (High/Low)” of the CAMERA SET menu to a value between 0 and 9 for a low speed, zooming may no

Adjusting the Focus63RecordingRotate the focus ring for the best focus while observing the picture in the viewfinder.The rang index of the focus ring

Adjusting the Focus64RecordingAdjusting the focus with the focus ringRotate the focus ring for the best focus while observing the picture in the viewf

Eliminating Picture Blurring (Steady Shot)65RecordingWhen you set the MACRO switch to ON in AF or MF mode, Macro mode is activated, permitting you to

Reducing Flicker66RecordingTo reduce flicker, try either of the following two methods:Setting the shutter speed according to the power-supply frequenc

Setting the Time Data67RecordingTime data, such as the timecodes, user bits, and the clock time, are recorded with pictures.The timecode can be locked

Setting the Time Data68Recording1)The frame digits in “Setting” are limited to 00, 04, 08, 12, 16, and 20. The frame at the beginning of recording is

Recording Audio Signals69RecordingTwo channels (CH-1/CH-2) of audio can be recorded (Linear PCM recording) in synchronization with video recording.You

7Resetting a Picture Profile ... 87Picture Profile Items ...

Recording Audio Signals70Recording3 Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch (CH-1 or CH-2) to EXT.4 Set the corresponding LINE/MIC/+48V switch (CH-1 or

Outputting the Color Bars and Reference Tone71RecordingThe camcorder can output a color-bar signal in place of the camera picture.A 1-kHz reference to

Recording Shot Marks / Rec Review72RecordingWhen you record shot marks for important scenes as subsidiary data, you can access the marked points easil

Changing Functions of the Assignable Buttons73Recording• If the video format is changed after recording, Rec Review cannot be performed.• The Setup an

Interval Recording74Recording2 Select the button to which you wish to assign a function.3 Select the function to be assigned.4 Exit the menu.The assi

Interval Recording75RecordingFor details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 112.1 Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu.2

Frame Recording76RecordingThe Frame Recording function is especially effective for clay animation recording.The specified number of frames are recorde

Slow & Quick Motion Recording77Recording• Some extra frames may be recorded if you stop recording or switch the card slot while recording is pause

Slow & Quick Motion Recording78RecordingBefore starting Slow & Quick Motion recording, make the necessary settings in advance.1 Press the S&am

Freeze Mix: Image Alignment79RecordingUsing the Freeze Mix function, an image (still picture) of a recorded clip can be temporarily superimposed on th

8Setup Menu Configuration ... 111Setup Menu Layers ... 111Bas

Shot Transition80RecordingThe Shot Transition function helps you to easily obtain complex picture effects by registering camera settings or conditions

Shot Transition81RecordingNoteCamera operations are disabled when the shot transition operation mode is Check or Execute. When adjustments are require

Shot Transition82RecordingP: Parameter level T: Transition of timeStart TimerSet the time from start of recording to start of the shot transition.T

Shot Transition83RecordingWhen “Rec Link” is “Shot-A” or “Shot-B,” the camcorder automatically performs the shot transition to the camera settings reg

Fader Function84RecordingUsing the Fader function, you can start a recording by fading in a scene or end a recording by fading out of a scene.The fade

Fader Function85RecordingFor fading in a scenePress the ASSIGN button to which you assigned the Fader function in STBY (recording standby) status.The

Picture Profiles86RecordingYou can customize the picture quality, depending on the conditions or circumstances of recording, and store them as a pictu

Picture Profiles87RecordingThe PICTURE PROFILE menu is displayed.3 Operating the jog dial or the joystick, select “SEL” then the desired picture profi

Picture Profiles88RecordingThe values when “Off” is selected at “SEL” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu are shown in bold face (example: Standard).Picture P

Picture Profiles89RecordingWhiteSetting the white balance offset and the color temperature of the preset whiteOffset WhiteOn / OffSet to “On” to shift

9Error Indications ... 151Warning Indications ...

Picture Profiles90RecordingSkin Tone DetailAdjusting the details to be applied to the areas of a specific color phaseSettingOn / OffSet to “On” to ena

Picture Profiles91Recording1)To execute “Area Detection”1. Select “Area Detection.”A square marker that indicates the detection area appears in the ce

Deleting Clips92RecordingIn Camera mode, the Last Clip DEL function for deleting the last recorded clip and the All Clips DEL function for deleting al

Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data93RecordingYou can store all the menu settings (including picture profiles) as a setup file on an SxS memory card.B

Playing Back Clips94PlaybackTurning the camcorder on with the power switch set to MEDIA sets it to Media mode, and the clips recorded on the SxS memor

Playing Back Clips95Playback8. Special recording informationIf the selected clip was recorded in a special recording mode (S&Q Motion, Interval Re

Playing Back Clips96PlaybackPress the THUMBNAIL button to return to the thumbnail screen.Notes• The playback picture may be momentarily distorted or f

Playing Back Clips97PlaybackCueing upTo return to the top of the current clipPress the PREV button.• When you press the button in normal or fast-forwa

Playing Back Clips98PlaybackPress the STOP button.Playback mode is canceled, showing any external input or a blue screen.To display the thumbnail scre

Clip Operations99PlaybackIn Media mode, you can operate the clips or confirm and change the subsidiary data for clips using the Clip Operation menus.T