MSW-900/900P - pro.sony

DIGITAL CAMCORDER

MSW-900/900P

OPERATION MANUAL [English]1st Edition (Revised 3)

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do notexpose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not openthe cabinet. Refer servicing to qualifiedpersonnel only.

For the customers in U.S.A.This equipment has been tested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference whenthe equipment is operated in a commercial environment.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instruction manual, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. Operationof this equipment in a residential area is likely to causeharmful interference in which case the user will be requiredto correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications notexpressly approved in this manual could void yourauthority to operate this equipment.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manualmust be used with this equipment in order to comply withthe limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part15 of FCC Rules.

For the customers in EuropeThis product with the CE marking complies with the EMCDirective (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of theEuropean Community.Compliance with this directive implies conformity to thefollowing European standards:• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)This product is intended for use in the followingElectromagnetic Environment(s):E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3(urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex.TV studio).

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Overview1-1 Features ..................................................................................... 1-1

1-1-1 Camera Features ............................................................... 1-11-1-2 VTR Features .................................................................... 1-3

1-2 Example of System Configuration .......................................... 1-61-3 Precautions ................................................................................ 1-8

Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts andControls

2-1 Power Supply ............................................................................ 2-12-2 Accessory Attachments ............................................................ 2-32-3 Audio Functions ........................................................................ 2-52-4 Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions ...................... 2-152-5 Menu Operating Section ........................................................ 2-302-6 Time Code System .................................................................. 2-342-7 Warnings and Indications ...................................................... 2-392-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel .................. 2-422-9 Indicators on the Viewfinder ................................................. 2-46

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback3-1 About Cassettes ......................................................................... 3-1

3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Cassette .................................. 3-13-1-2 Preventing Accidental Erasure ........................................ 3-5

3-2 Recording .................................................................................. 3-63-2-1 Basic Procedures ............................................................. 3-63-2-2 Continuous Recording ................................................... 3-123-2-3 Recording Good Shot Markers ...................................... 3-153-2-4 Recording a Recording Start Marker ............................ 3-203-2-5 Starting a Shoot with a Few Seconds of Pre-Stored Picture

Data (Loop Rec Function) (When Using an MSDW-903Extension Board) ........................................................... 3-20

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3-2-6 Shooting Pictures at Intervals (Interval Rec Function)(When Using an MSDW-903) ...................................... 3-28

3-2-7 Continuous Recording on Previous Cut ........................ 3-513-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning

in the Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function) .. 3-523-2-9 Reversing the Picture Orientation (Vertically and

Horizontally) ................................................................. 3-543-3 Checking the Recording — Playback ................................... 3-56

3-3-1 Checking the Last Two Seconds of the Recording —Recording Review ......................................................... 3-56

3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor —Playback in Color .......................................................... 3-57

3-4 Recording the Recording Start Time Code onto theMemory Label - Tele-File ...................................................... 3-58

3-5 Recording Video Signals from External Equipment (WhenUsing an MSDW-904) ............................................................. 3-63

3-6 Freezing a Picture During Playback ..................................... 3-723-7 Setting the Stand-by off Timer During Rec-Pause .............. 3-75

Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings forRecording

4-1 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance ............ 4-14-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance ........................................... 4-24-1-2 Adjusting the White Balance .......................................... 4-6

4-2 Setting the Electronic Shutter ............................................... 4-124-2-1 Shutter Modes ............................................................... 4-124-2-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and Speed .......................... 4-13

4-3 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic IrisAdjustment .............................................................................. 4-20

4-4 Adjusting the Audio Level ..................................................... 4-274-5 Setting the Time Data ............................................................. 4-34

4-5-1 Setting the Time Code ................................................... 4-344-5-2 Saving the Actual Time in the Time Code .................... 4-364-5-3 Setting the User Bits ...................................................... 4-37

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4-5-4 Synchronizing the Time Code ....................................... 4-394-6 Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen .............................. 4-44

4-6-1 Menu Configuration ...................................................... 4-444-6-2 Basic Use of the Menu .................................................. 4-474-6-3 Editing the USER Menu ................................................ 4-52

4-7 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen ............................. 4-624-7-1 Layout of the Status Display on the Viewfinder

Screen ............................................................................ 4-624-7-2 Selecting the Display Items ........................................... 4-674-7-3 Display Mode and Setting Change and Adjustment

Progress Messages ........................................................ 4-704-7-4 Setting the Marker Display ........................................... 4-724-7-5 Setting the Viewfinder .................................................. 4-754-7-6 Recording Superimposed Shot Data in Color Bars ....... 4-784-7-7 Setting the Shot ID ........................................................ 4-814-7-8 Displaying the Status Confirmation Windows .............. 4-874-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal

on the Viewfinder .......................................................... 4-914-8 Adjustments and Settings from Menus ................................ 4-95

4-8-1 Setting the GAIN Selector Values ................................ 4-954-8-2 Selecting the Output Signals ......................................... 4-984-8-3 Setting the Color Temperature Manually .................... 4-1004-8-4 Specifying an Offset for the Auto White Balance

Setting ......................................................................... 4-1024-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches ........... 4-1054-8-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock ............... 4-1104-8-7 Selecting the Lens File ................................................ 4-1134-8-8 Selecting the Aspect Ratio .......................................... 4-1144-8-9 Setting the CCD Scan Mode ....................................... 4-117

4-9 Saving/Loading User Menu Data to/fromMemory Stick ........................................................................ 4-1204-9-1 Handling the Memory Stick ........................................ 4-1204-9-2 Saving/Loading User Menu Data to/from

Memory Stick .............................................................. 4-124

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4-10 Resetting USER Menu Settings to the StandardSettings ................................................................................... 4-135

4-11 Using the Scene Files ............................................................ 4-1374-11-1 Storing Data in the Scene File ..................................... 4-1374-11-2 Loading Scene Files .................................................... 4-1474-11-3 Resetting the Settings of the Camcorder to the Standard

Settings Saved in the Reference File ........................... 4-1524-12 Jumping to a File-Related Menu Page When Inserting a

Memory Stick ........................................................................ 4-153

Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder5-1 Power Supply ............................................................................ 5-1

5-1-1 Using a Battery Pack ....................................................... 5-15-1-2 Avoiding Breaks in Operation Due to Dead Batteries .... 5-45-1-3 Using an AC Adaptor ...................................................... 5-55-1-4 Using the Anton Bauer Ultralight System ...................... 5-6

5-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder ......................................................... 5-75-2-1 Adjusting the Viewfinder Position .................................. 5-75-2-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus and Screen ................... 5-95-2-3 Detaching the Viewfinder ............................................. 5-105-2-4 Detaching the Eyepiece ................................................. 5-12

5-3 Mounting the Lens .................................................................. 5-145-4 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length ....................................... 5-155-5 Audio Input System ................................................................ 5-17

5-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone .................................... 5-175-5-2 Using an External Microphone ..................................... 5-205-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHF Wireless

Microphone System) ..................................................... 5-255-5-4 Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment ..................... 5-29

5-6 Tripod Mounting .................................................................... 5-305-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................................................ 5-325-8 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position .................................... 5-345-9 Putting on the Rain Cover ..................................................... 5-355-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit ................................... 5-37

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Chapter 6 Maintenance6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ................................ 6-1

6-1-1 Preparations for Testing .................................................. 6-16-1-2 Testing the Camera ......................................................... 6-26-1-3 Testing the VTR .............................................................. 6-6

6-2 Maintenance ............................................................................ 6-116-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads ............................................. 6-116-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder ............................................... 6-12

6-3 Operation Warnings ............................................................... 6-14

AppendixSpecifications ..................................................................................... A-1

Video Camera Section ............................................................... A-2VTR Section .............................................................................. A-4Supplied Accessories ................................................................. A-7Recommended Additional Equipment ...................................... A-7

Menu List ......................................................................................... A-10OPERATION Menu List ......................................................... A-10PAINT Menu List .................................................................... A-20MAINTENANCE Menu List .................................................. A-33FILE Menu List ....................................................................... A-48DIAGNOSIS Menu List .......................................................... A-51

Using the CD-ROM Manual ........................................................... A-52Preparation ............................................................................... A-52CD-ROM System Requirements ............................................. A-52Reading the CD-ROM Manual ................................................ A-53Trademarks .............................................................................. A-53

About a “Memory Stick” ................................................................ A-54

Index .................................................................................................... I-1

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Chapter 1 Overview 1-1

Overview

1-1 FeaturesThe MSW-900/900P series 1) Digital Camcorder combines a color videocamera, of which the effective picture elements of the 16:9 aspect ratioare 980 (H) x 988 (V) for the MSW-900 and 980 (H) x 1164 (V) for theMSW-900P. The MSW-900/900P uses 2/3-type Power HAD 2) EXsensor CCD 3) imagers with 1,000,000 picture elements, with an IMXportable videocassette recorder. Its excellent image quality, sensitivity,portability, and dust- and water-proof construction make it ideal as acamcorder for ENG 4) and EFP 5) like it predecessor the BVW-400A. Theintroduction of a new integrated circuit technology (LSI) for processingdigital signals improves the image quality even further and simplifiessetup (initialization) operations.

1-1-1 Camera FeaturesThe features of the MSW-900/900P series camera are described below.• Power HAD EX sensor CCDs ensure high sensitivity and high image

quality.• The progressive scan mode is also available as the CCD scan mode, in

addition to the conventional interlace scan mode.• The camcorder has the ability to switch between the conventional

aspect ratio of 4 : 3 and a wide screen aspect ratio of 16 : 9.• A 12 bit AD converter has improved picture quality, stability, and

reliability.• A setup menu enables you to control features such as status displays,

messages, and markers; to select values or functions; and to operate aMemory Stick 6).

....................................................................................................................................1) The MSW-900 is for the NTSC broadcast system. The MSW-900P is for the

PAL broadcast system. The description given in this manual applies to bothmodels, any differences being clearly noted in the text.

2) Power HAD: Power Hole-Accumulated Diode“Power HAD” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

3) CCD: Charge-Coupled Device4) ENG: Electronic News Gathering5) EFP: Electronic Field Production6) “Memory Stick” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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Chapter 1 Overview1-2

• The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to create your owncustom menu.

• A Memory Stick (not supplied) makes it easy to replicate recordersetup data appropriate to different shooting conditions, and ensuresuniform shooting 1).

• Use of a built-in sophisticated electronic shutter, which has selectablemodes, Extended Clear Scan (ECS) and Enhanced Vertical Definition(EVS), ensures shooting with little or no blurring.

• Selectable video gain ensures a noise-free image.• A simple switch operation enables automatic adjustment of the black

set, black balance, and white balance. Memory functions make it easyto replicate the settings appropriate for various lighting conditions.

• The ATW 2) function automatically adjusts the white balance forvarying lighting conditions during shooting.

• The “TruEyeTM” 3) process is used to ensure naturally colored pictureseven when shooting very bright subjects.

• The video gain can be boosted to 48 dB instantly, using the TURBOGAIN button. (42 dB is the factory setting)

• A high-performance viewfinder is adjustable forward, backward andsideways, and has a full range of auxiliary equipment.

• Character display functions on the viewfinder indicate switch settings,black and white balance adjustment, and warning messages.

• Warning indicators and sounds inform you of VTR faults, end of tape,low battery, etc.

• The camcorder is provided with a filter disk for adjusting the filtersetting to the shooting conditions.

• Fine adjustment of the reference value for automatic iris control isprovided.

....................................................................................................................................1) The data saved in the type of Memory Stick used for the MSW-900/900P is not

interchangeable with the data saved in the type of Memory Stick used for othercamcorders.

2) ATW: Auto Tracing White balance3) TruEye:

“TruEye” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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• A built-in circuit produces a color bar signal for easy adjustment of thecolor monitor. An SNG 1) bar signal is also provided for SNG uplinkpurposes.

• A super-cardioid directional microphone with an external power supplysystem is supplied. Other types of microphones can also be connected.

• You can reverse the picture orientation depending on the cinema lensadaptor attached between the camcorder and the cinema lens.

• The RM-B150 Remote Control Unit (8 pin, not supplied) controlssome of the camera functions and the VTR functions.

• By connecting a CA-701 Camera Adaptor (not supplied), you can inputCH-3 and CH-4 audio signals and output SDI2) signals.

• By connecting a CA-702/702P Camera Adaptor (not supplied), thecamcorder can be connected to a portable VTR with a CCZ (26 pin)cable, allowing you to record external analog video signals or SDIsignals (including an embedded audio signal).

• Attaching a MSDW-902 extension board (not supplied) allows you tooutput an SDI signal (corresponding to EDH 3)) from the VIDEOOUTPUT connector. A menu is used to select either composite videosignal output or SDI signal output.

• The camcorder has ASSIGN 1/2 switches, to which you can assignvarious functions.

1-1-2 VTR FeaturesThe VTR features of this camcorder are described below.• Use of the IMX format allows high performance digital recording and

playback while preserving the same ease of use as conventionalcamcorder equipment.

• The same cassette size (S size) as that of the Digital BETACAM can beused to achieve a long recording time of approximately 60 minutes forthe MSW-900 and 71 minutes for the MSW-900P.

....................................................................................................................................1) SNG: Satellite News Gathering2) SDI: Serial Digital Interface3) EDH: Error Detection and Handling

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• No playback adaptor is needed to see a color playback image on themonitor screen.

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

• LTC1) and VITC2) recording and LTC playback can be performed.• It is possible to record recording start markers and good shot markers

on the tape while shooting, and search automatically for required cutswhen editing.

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

• Compatible with the Tele-File3) Memory Label system.By pressing the RET button on the lens while recording, the time codevalid when you pressed the button is recorded on the MLB-1M-100memory label (not supplied) attached to the cassette. This is veryhelpful for management of cassette tapes and to improve the efficiencyof tape editing.

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

• A lithium battery is the back-up power supply for the built-in time codegenerator enabling the time code to be held for approximately 5 yearswithout being charged (with the camcorder power supply).

• Pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR buttonon the lens ensures recording continuity from the very next frame.

....................................................................................................................................1) LTC: Longitudinal Time Code2) VITC: Vertical Interval Time Code3) Tele-File

“Tele-File” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.The Tele-File system is a non-contact data reading/writing system. It allows avariety of data to be stored on a 1/2-inch tape label with a non-contact ICmemory.

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• The time code can be displayed in the LCD window screen even whenthe power is off. The automatic power shut-off function allows you toset the time when the time code display disappears. Using the menu,you can choose from among three settings: the time code displaydisappears immediately, disappears after a preset duration, or remainsvisible even when the power is turned off.

• An MSDW-903 (not supplied) allows the camcorder to record up to 8seconds of the picture before the REC button is pressed (Loop RecFunction).

• The camcorder can shoot pictures at intervals. (This feature is availablewhen an MSDW-903 (not supplied) is attached.)

• The camcorder can record an analog composite signal from externalequipment connected to the GENLOCK IN connector. (This feature isavailable when an MSDW-904 (not supplied) is attached.)

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

• Four channels of 20 bit digital audio can be recorded, as well as fourchannels of 16 bit digital audio. (16 bit is the factory setting.)

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

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

• The camcorder searches for the most recently recorded cut and recordsthe new cut over it. (RE-TAKE function)

• The camcorder searches for the point most recently recorded on thetape and automatically switches to paused recording mode (rec pause).(End Search function)

• The camcorder can record GPS data with the video data on the tape.(This feature is available when an HKDW-704 GPS UNIT (notsupplied) is attached.)

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Viewfinder-related equipment

Video monitor forcolor image checkwhile shooting

RM-B150 RemoteControl Unit

Fog-proof filter(Part No. 1-547-341-11)

BKW-401 ViewfinderRotation Bracket

Extensionboard

MSDW-902 for SDIoutputMSDW-903 forpicture cacheMSDW-904 foranalog compositeinputHKDW-704 GPS unit

Memory stick

Lens assembly a) (−2.8 D to +2.0 D)(Part No. A-8262-537-A)Lens assembly a) (−3.6 D to −0.8 D)(Part No. A-8262-538-A)Lens assembly a) (−3.6 D to +0.4 D)(Part No. A-8267-737-A)Lens assembly a)

(3 × magnification)(−2.4 D to +0.5 D)(Part No. A-8314-798-A)

1-2 Example of SystemConfiguration

The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder forENG and EFP.For more information about the fittings, connections, or use of additionalequipment and accessories, see Chapter 5 as well as the operation manuals for theconnected equipment.

a) For more information, see“Viewfinder and relatedequipment” on page A-8.

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Audio signal source

External microphoneC-74, etc.

Audio equipment

WRR-810A/860A/862A/862B UHF Portable Tuner

Power source

AC powersupply a)

Battery

BC-L120/M50BatteryCharger

BP-L60A/M50/M100Battery Pack

Camera adaptor

CAC-12 MicrophoneHolder

WRR-855A/855B slot-in UHF portable tuner

CCXA-53 audio cable

AC-DN2BAC Adaptor

AC-550/550CEAC Adaptor

CA-755/755P Camera adaptor

CCU-550A/700A Cameracontrol unit

CA-701 for the input of the audiochannels 3/4 and the SDI output

CA-702/702P for CCZ (26-pin)output/analog composite/SDI input

a) 120 V AC or 220 to 240 V AC

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1-3 PrecautionsUse and Storage

Do not subject the camcorder to severe shocksThe internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped.

After useAlways turn off the power.

Before storing the camcorder for a long periodRemove the battery pack.

Use and storage locationsStore in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorderin the following places.• Places subject to temperature extremes• Very damp places• Places subject to severe vibration• Near strong magnetic fields• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods

To prevent electromagnetic interference from portablecommunications devices

The use of portable telephones and other communications devices nearthis unit can result in misoperations and interference with audio andvideo signals.It is recommended that the portable communications devices near thisunit be powered off.

Note on laser beamsLaser beams may damage the CCDs. If you shoot a scene that includes alaser beam, be careful not to let the laser beam be directed into the lensof the camera.

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Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-1

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2-1 Power Supply

Power supply

1 Battery attachmentAttach a BP-L60A/M50/M100 battery pack.Furthermore, by attaching an AC-DN2B AC Adaptor, you can operatethe camcorder from AC power.

2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male)To operate the MSW-900/900P using an AC power supply, connect anAC-550/550CE AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with theadaptor.To use an external battery, connect its DC output cable to the DC INconnector.

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Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls2-2

3 POWER switchThis switch turns the main power supply on and off.

4 LIGHT switchThis switch selects the way in which a video light connected to theLIGHT connector is switched on and off.AUTO: The video light is automatically turned on, when starting

recording with the VTR starts, since a DC 12V signal is output fromthe LIGHT connector during recording. When recording in IntervalRec mode with the MSDW-903 (not supplied), the light isautomatically turned on before the start of recording since a DC 12Vsignal can be automatically output before a frame picture is shot.

MANUAL: A DC 12V signal is always output from the LIGHTconnector. Whether the light is on or off is based on the position ofthe ON/OFF switch of the light itself.

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Lens cable clamp

2-2 Accessory Attachments

Accessory attachments

1 Shoulder strap postsAttach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts.

2 Light shoeAttach an optional accessory such as a video light to this shoe.

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3 LIGHT connector (2-pin, female)Connect the cable of the Anton Bauer Ultralight System attached to thelight shoe. The system operates with lights powered by 12 V, with amaximum power consumption of 50 W.

4 Lens mount (special bayonet mount)Use this for mounting the lens.

5 Lens locking leverAfter inserting the lens in the lens mount, rotate the lens mount ring withthis lever to lock the lens in position.

6 Lens mount capRemove this cap by pushing up on the lens locking lever. For protectionfrom dust, always insert this cap when no lens is mounted.

7 LENS connector (12-pin)Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative formore information about the lens you are using.

8 Tripod mountWhen using the unit on a tripod, attach the tripod adaptor.

9 Shoulder padYou can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by loosening thetwo screws. Do this to ensure the best balance when shooting with thecamcorder on your shoulder.

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2-3 Audio Functions

Audio functions (1)1 MicrophoneThis is a super-cardioid directional microphone with an external powersupply (+48 V) system.

2 MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type, 3-pin, female)The supplied microphone connects to this connector. By using anextension cable (not supplied), you can connect a microphone other thanthe supplied one as long as it is provided with an external power supplysystem. The connector supplies power (+48 V) to the microphone.

3 MIC LEVEL knobThis knob adjusts the audio level of the microphone connected to theMIC IN connector.

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Audio functions (2)

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4 LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel 1 and channel 2 recordinglevel) controls

These controls adjust the audio levels of channels 1 and 2 when theAUDIO SELECT switches are set to MANUAL.

5 AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel-1 and channel-2adjustment method select) switches

These switches select the audio level adjustment method for each ofaudio channels 1 and 2.AUTO: Select this setting for automatic adjustment.MANUAL: Select this setting for manual adjustment.

6 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 (audio input select)switches

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switchesThese switches select the audio input signals to be recorded for audiochannels 1 and 2.FRONT: The input signal source is the microphone connected to the

MIC IN connector.REAR: The input signal source is the audio equipment connected to the

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors.WIRELESS: The input signal source is a WRR-855A/855B UHF

Synthesized Tuner Unit (not supplied).

NoteSince the REAR XLR AUTO item is set to ON on the VTR MODE 1page of the MAINTENANCE menu as the factory setting, the signalinput to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector is automaticallyselected as the signal to be recorded when the audio cable is connected toeither the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector, regardless of the AUDIOIN CH-1/CH-2 switch settings (XLR connection automatic detectionfunction). To disable this function, set REAR XLR AUTO to OFF.For detailed information on menu operation, see “4-6-2 Basic Use of the Menu”on page 4-47.

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CH-3/CH-4 switchesThese switches select the audio input signals to be recorded for audiochannels 3 and 4.F (FRONT): The input signal source is the microphone connected to the

MIC IN connector.R (REAR): The input signal source is the audio equipment connected to

the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors.W (WIRELESS): The input signal source is a WRR-855A/855B UHF

Synthesized Tuner Unit (not supplied).

NoteThese switches are not activated when you use the camcorder for the firsttime after purchase because the camcorder has been set at the factory sothat the input signals to be recorded to audio channels 3 and 4 are thesame as the ones input to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors.To activate these switches, change the setting of the AUDIO CH3/4MODE item from CH1/2 to SW on the VTR MODE 1 page of theMAINTENANCE menu.

With a CA-701 (not supplied) connected to the camcorder, you canrecord separate sounds on audio channels 3 and 4.

7 AUDIO OUT (audio output) connector (XLR type, 5-pin, male)This connector outputs the audio signals recorded to audio channels 1and 2 or audio channels 3 and 4.The MONITOR CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switches qs allow you to select theaudio signal to be monitored.Using a CCXA-53 Audio Cable (not supplied), you can convert from a 5-pinconnection to two 3-pin connections.

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8 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 input)connectors (XLR type, 3-pin, female) and LINE/MIC/+48 V ON(line input/microphone input/external power supply +48V ON)switches

These are audio input connectors for channels 1 and 2 to which you canconnect audio equipment or a microphone.The LINE/MIC/+48V ON switches select the audio source of the audioinput signals connected to each of these connectors.LINE: Line input audio equipmentMIC: Microphone with an internal power supply+48V ON: Microphone with an external power supply system

9 DC OUT (DC power output) connectorThis connector supplies power for a WRR-810A/860A/862A/862B UHFPortable Tuner (not supplied). Do not connect any equipment other thanthe UHF portable tuner.

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Audio functions (3)

0 ALARM volume controlThis control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At theminimum position, no sound can be heard.

ALARM volume control

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MONITOR switch

CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch

qa MONITOR volume controlThis control adjusts the speaker or earphone volume for sounds otherthan the alarm sound. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard.

qs MONITOR (audio channel select) switch /CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 (audiochannel 1/2 / audio channel 3/4 select) switch

MONITOR switch and CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch

CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switchThis switch decides the audio channel to be selected by the MONITORswitch.CH-1/2: Audio channels 1 and 2CH-3/4: Audio channels 3 and 4The following settings depend on the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch setting:• The signal output to the AUDIO OUT connector 7 is switched.

CH-1/2: Audio channels 1 and 2CH-3/4: Audio channels 3 and 4

• The audio signal indicated by the audio level meter in the displaywindow is switched.

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MONITOR switchThis switch selects the audio output to the speaker or earphone.

CH-1/2 CH-3/4 MONITOR switch Audio outputposition position

CH-1/2 CH-1 Audio channel 1

MIX Mix sound of channels 1 and 2

CH-2 Audio channel 2

CH-3/4 CH-3 Audio channel 3

MIX Mix sound of channels 3 and 4

CH-4 Audio channel 4

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Audio functions (4)

qd Built-in speakerDuring recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring the E-E1)

sound, and during playback for monitoring playback sound. The speakeralso sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings.If an earphone is plugged into to the EARPHONE jack, the speakersound is automatically cut off.See “6-3 Operation Warnings” on page 6-14 for information about alarms.....................................................................................................................................

1) E-E sound (Electric-to-Electric sound)The term E-E sound refers to an audio signal that has passed though theamplifier, but has not been recorded on the tape. In other words, you can directlymonitor the recording input signal, as opposed to the simultaneous playback(output) signal.

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qf EARPHONE jacks (minijack)You can monitor the E-E sound during recording and playback soundduring playback. Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cutsoff the built-in speaker, and you hear the alarms about the camcorder’soperation and status through the earphone.The signals output from these jacks are the same. You can connect twoearphones to these jacks at the same time.

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Eyecup

2-4 Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions

Shooting and recording/playback functions (1)

1 TALLY indicatorSetting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW activates this indicator. Theindicator lights during recording on the VTR. It also provides the sameinformation as the REC indicator in the viewfinder: it comes on duringrecording and flashes to indicate a problem.

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2 BRIGHT (brightness) controlThis control adjusts the picture brightness on the viewfinder screen. Ithas no effect on the camera output signal.

3 CONTRAST controlThis control adjusts the picture contrast on the viewfinder screen. It hasno effect on the camera output signal.

4 PEAKING controlThis control adjusts the sharpness of the picture on the viewfinder screento make focusing easier. It has no effect on the camera output signal.

5 ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switchThis switch controls the zebra pattern on the viewfinder screen.ON: The zebra pattern 1) is displayed and stays.OFF: No zebra pattern is displayed.MOMENT: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays for 5 to 6 seconds.

The zebra pattern is factory set to indicate picture areas where thevideo level is approximately 70%. The setup menu can be used tospecify that areas where the video level is 100% and above are to bedisplayed at the same time.

For information about how to set the zebra pattern is to be displayed to indicateareas of 100% or more, see “4-7-5 Setting the Viewfinder” on page 4-75.

....................................................................................................................................1) Zebra pattern

The zebra pattern aids in manual iris adjustment by indicating areas of thepicture where the video level is approximately 70% and 100% and above.

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6 TALLY switchThis switch controls the TALLY indicator, setting its brightness (HIGHor LOW) or turning it off.HIGH: The TALLY indicator gets brighter.OFF: The TALLY indicator does not operate.LOW: The TALLY indicator gets dimmer.

7 ViewfinderThe viewfinder lets you to view the camera image in black and whitewhile shooting the picture and also see the playback picture from theVTR. It also displays various warnings and messages related to thesettings or operating conditions of the camcorder, a zebra pattern, safetyzone marker 1), and center marker 2).

8 Diopter adjustment ringUse this ring to adjust the viewfinder image for your vision.

9 Viewfinder front-rear positioning leverLocks the viewfinder together with the LOCK knob qd after adjustingthe front-rear positioning.

0 Viewfinder left-right positioning ringUse this ring to move the viewfinder sideways.

....................................................................................................................................1) Safety zone marker

The safety zone marker is a rectangle indicating the effective picture area.

For more information, see “4-7-4 Setting the Marker Display” on page 4-72.2) Center marker

The center marker indicates the center of the picture with a crosshair.

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qa Cameraman tally indicatorThis indicator lights while the camcorder is operating.Slide the window open when you shoot, keeping your eye away from theviewfinder. This indicator flashes when the battery level is running lowor the tape is nearing its end.

qs Viewfinder stopperPull up this stopper to detach the viewfinder from the camera.

qd LOCK knobLocks the viewfinder together with the Viewfinder front-rear positioninglever 9 after adjusting the front-rear positioning.

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qf FILTER selectorThis selector is a dual knob that selects the most appropriate filter tomatch the light source illuminating the subject. The outer knob selectsthe color temperature of the CC (Color Conversion) filter, and the innerknob selects the type of ND (Neutral Density) filter. The white balance isstored in memory for each CC filter.Note that if the display mode is set to 3, when this selector is adjusted,the new setting will be indicated on the viewfinder screen for about 3seconds. (e.g.: FILTER: 3)For detailed information on the display mode, see “4-7-3 Display Mode andSetting Change and Adjustment Progress Messages” on page 4-70.

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The relationships between the selector settings and filter selections aswell as examples of filters for different shooting conditions are givenbelow.

FILTER selector (outer) setting and CC filter selection

FILTER selector (outer) setting CC filter selection

A Cross filtera)

B 3200K

C 4300K

D 6300K

a) A type of special effect filter. Generates a cross-hair light ray on a highlightedportion.

FILTER selector (inner) setting and ND filter selection

FILTER selector (inner) setting ND filter selection

1 Clear

2 1/4 ND

3 1/16 ND

4 1/64 ND

Examples of shooting conditions and appropriate filters

Shooting condition CC filter ND filter

Sunrise and sunset; B (3200 K) 1 (clear)inside studio

Clear skies C (4300 K) or 2 (1/4 ND) orD (6300 K) 3 (1/16 ND)

Cloudy or raining D (6300 K) 1 (clear) or2 (1/4 ND)

Very bright conditions C (4300 K) or 3 (1/16 ND) orsuch as snow, at high D (6300 K) 4 (1/64 ND)altitudes, or at the seashore

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qg SHUTTER selectorSet this selector to ON to use the electronic shutter. Set it to SEL toswitch the shutter speed or mode setting within the range that has beenpreviously set from the setup menu.When this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on thesetting change/adjustment progress message display area for about 3seconds.For more information about the shutter speed and mode settings, see “4-2 Settingthe Electronic Shutter” on page 4-12.

qh AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white/black balance adjustment)switch

This switch activates the white balance and black balance automaticadjustment functions.WHT: Automatic adjustment of the white balance. If the WHITE BAL

switch is set to A or B, the white balance setting is stored in thecorresponding memory. The memory can store the white balancesetting for each CC filter.

BLK: Automatic adjustment of the black set and black balance.

qj ASSIGN (assignable) switches 1/2You can assign the desired functions to each of ASSIGN 1 switch (push-type) and ASSIGN 2 switch (slide-type) on the FUNCTION 1 page ofthe USER menu.For details, see “4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page 4-105.

qk GAIN selectorThis selector switches the gain of the video amplifier to match thelighting conditions during shooting. The gains corresponding to the L,M, and H settings are selected from the setup menu before use. Thefactory settings are L = 0 dB, M = 9 dB, and H = 18 dB.When this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the

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BARS, DCC OFFA color bar signal is output and the DCCcircuit does not operate. For example, usethe setting for the following purposes.• Adjusting the video monitor• Recording the color bar signal

CAM, DCC OFFThe video signal from the camera isoutput, and the DCC circuit does notoperate.

CAM, DCC ONThe video signal from the camera isoutput, and the DCC circuit operates.

setting change/adjustment progress message display area of theviewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.For information about setting the gain values, see “4-8-1 Setting the GAIN SelectorValues” on page 4-95.

ql OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic contrast control) selectorThis selector switches the video signal that is output to the VTR,viewfinder, and video monitor, between the color bar signal and thecamera output.BARS: Outputs the color bar signal.CAM: Outputs the camera signal. It also switches DCC1) on and off

when output from the camera is selected.

OUTPUT/DCC selector....................................................................................................................................

1) DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control)Also called automatic knee. Against a very bright background with the irisopening adjusted to the subject, objects in the background will be lost in theglare. The DCC function will suppress the high intensity and restore much of thelost detail and is particularly effective in the following cases.• Shooting a subject against a bright sky• Shooting a subject indoors, against a background through a window• Any high contrast scenes

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w; WHITE BAL (white balance memory) switchThis switch determines the source of the white balance settings.PRST (preset): Adjusts the color temperature corresponding to the

position of the FILTER selector (outer knob). Use the PRST settingwhen you have no time to adjust the white balance.

A or B: When the AUTO W/B BAL switch is pushed to WHT, the whitebalance is automatically adjusted according to the current position ofthe FILTER selector (outer knob), and the adjusted value is stored ineither memory A or memory B. (There are two memories for eachCC filter, so a total of eight adjustments can be stored.) When theFILTER selector (outer knob) is at the same position as it was whenthis WHITE BAL switch was adjusted, the stored value is called frommemory, and the camcorder automatically adjusts itself to that value.You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when the ATW 1) is inuse.

B (ATW): When this switch is set to B whereas, on the FUNCTION 2page of the OPERATION menu, WHITE B CH is set to ATW 1), theATW is activated.

When this switch is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on thesetting change/adjustment progress message display area of theviewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.

You can assign the ATW ON/OFF function to the ASSIGN 1 switch(push-type) on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.For details, see “4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page 4-105.....................................................................................................................................

1) ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)The white balance of the picture being shot is adjusted automatically for thevarying lighting conditions.

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wa TURBO GAIN buttonWhen shooting under extremely poor lighting conditions, slide the coverof this button to the left and press the button once to boost the video gainto the value preset on the GAIN SW page of the USER menu (up to48 dB). To stop boosting the gain, press the button once more.


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ws VIDEO OUT (video output) connector (BNC type)This connector outputs a composite video signal (standard level, 75-ohmterminated) to the video monitor. If the video monitor is connected here,you can monitor the picture being shot by the camcorder as well as thepicture recorded by the VTR. When synchronizing the time code of anexternal VTR with that of the camcorder, connect this connector to theGENLOCK IN connector of the external VTR.By attaching the MSDW-902 extension board (not supplied), you canoutput an SDI signal (corresponding to EDH) from the VIDEO OUTconnector. Select composite video signal output or SDI signal outputthrough the menu.For detailed information on how to select the output signal, see “4-8-2 Selectingthe Output Signals” on page 4-98.

wd REMOTE (remote control) connector (8-pin)Connect the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit (not supplied), which makesVTR and camera control possible.

wf TEST OUT (test output) connector (BNC type)This connector outputs the video signal (standard level, 75-ohmterminated) for the video monitor. The output signal can be selected tobe a composite, R, G, or B. The factory setting is composite, and thesetting returns to composite whenever the power is switched on.Depending on the internal board and menu settings, the menu, the timecode and the shot data can be displayed over the image on the monitor.As for the VIDEO OUT connector, you can use this connector forsynchronizing the time code of an external VTR with the time code ofthe camcorder.For detailed information on how to select the test output signal, see theMaintenance Manual (not supplied).

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wg GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type)• This connector inputs a reference signal when the camera is to be

genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with externalequipment. Use the MAINTENANCE menu to adjust the genlock H-phase (phase of Horizontal sync signal) and the sub-carrier phase.For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

• This connector also inputs a return video signal. You can display theimage of the return video signal in the viewfinder screen while holdingthe RET button down when you set the RETURN VIDEO to ON on theGENLOCK page of the OPERATION menu.For details, see “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on theViewfinder” on page 4-91.

You can assign the RETURN VIDEO function to ASSIGN 1 switch.For detailed information on how to assign the function, see “4-8-5 AssigningFunctions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page 4-105.

• This connector also inputs the external analog composite video signalwhen the MSDW-904 extension board (not supplied) is installed. Youcan record the external analog composite video signal input to thisconnector.

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Press on the tab.

Opening the cover


wh VTR START buttonPress this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. Theeffect is exactly the same as that of the VTR button on the lens.When the REC SWITCH function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1 (pushtype), you can use the ASSIGN 1 switch as the VTR START button.

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wj VTR SAVE/STBY (VTR power saving/standby) switchThis switch controls the VTR power mode during pauses in recording(REC PAUSE).SAVE: Power saving mode. When you press the VTR START button,

there is a short delay before recording starts, but power consumptionis less than in standby mode, and battery life is extended. When theswitch is set to SAVE, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinderlights.

STBY: Standby mode. Recording starts as soon as you press the VTRSTART button. Avoid allowing the camcorder to remain in STBY(standby) mode for a long time.

NoteEven if the switch is set to the STBY position, the camcorder canautomatically turn to power saving mode if the tape does not run for acertain period. In such a case, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinderlights.This function is effective when a setting other than OFF is selected forthe STBY OFF TIMER item on the VTR MODE 4 page of theMAINTENANCE menu. The STBY OFF TIMER item also allows youto select the length of time until the camcorder turns to power savingmode.For detailed information, see “3-7 Setting the Stand-by off Timer During Rec-Pause” on page 3-75.

wk EJECT (cassette eject) buttonPress this button to eject or load a cassette.

wl REW (rewind) button and indicatorPress this button to rewind the tape. The indicator lights duringrewinding.

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e; F FWD (fast forward) button and indicatorPress this button to fast forward the tape. The indicator lights during fastforward.

ea PLAY (playback) button and indicatorPress this button to view the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on thecolor video monitor. The indicator lights during playback.The 4 times normal speed search function is provided to make it farquicker to find a desired location of the tape. Press the REW button or FFWD button during playback to view the 4 times normal speed searchpicture.

es STOP buttonPress this button to stop the tape.

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2-5 Menu Operating Section

Menu operating section

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1 Memory Stick compartment

Open the cover of the Memory Stick compartment by pressing theMEMORY STICK OPEN button. Insert the Memory Stick (not supplied)with the notch facing downward and the label facing toward you into theslot.

MEMORY STICK OPEN button

EJECT button

Memory Stick

ACCESS indicator

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NoteDo not insert/remove a Memory Stick while the ACCESS indicator is litor flashing. Doing so may damage the data.

2 MENU knobUse this knob to change the page selection or a setting within the menu.Push: If you push this knob when the arrow (t) is placed at the page

title on the menu, the arrow (t) changes to the question mark (?)and you can change the page.When the arrow mark is placed at the position other than the pagetitle, the camcorder turns in mode where you can change the settingsby pushing this knob.

Turn: Turn this knob to change the page or change the settings of theitems.

3 STATUS ON/SEL / OFF (menu display on/paging/display off)switch

To enable this switch, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.ON/SEL: Each time this switch is pushed upward, the window to

confirm the menu settings and conditions of the camcorder isdisplayed on the viewfinder screen. There are three windows, whichare switched each time the switch is pushed upward. Each window isdisplayed for about 10 seconds.

OFF: To clear the page immediately after display, push this switch downto the OFF position.You can select the confirmation window to be displayed on themenu.

For details, see “Display/don’t display status confirmation windows” on page 4-89.

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4 MENU ON/OFF (menu display) switchTo use this switch, open the cover.This switch is used to display the menu on the viewfinder screen or thetest signal screen. Closing the cover results in automatically setting thisswitch to OFF.ON: Displays the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test signal

screen, at the page which was on the screen when the previous menuaccess ended. (When the menu is first used, the first page isdisplayed.)

OFF: Removes the menu from the viewfinder screen or the test signalscreen.

5 CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE (menu setting cancellation/menupresetting/returning page) switch

To enable this switch, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.CANCEL/PRST: Pushing this switch up to this position displays the

message to confirm whether the previous settings are cancelled orsettings are reset to their initial values, depending on the menuoperating condition.Pushing this switch up to this position again cancels the previoussettings or resets the settings to their initial values.

ESCAPE: Use this switch when the menu page, which has a hierarchicalstructure, is opened. Each time the switch is pushed to this position,the page returns to one stage higher in the hierarchy.

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2-6 Time Code System

Time code functions (1)

1 GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type)• This connector inputs a reference signal when the camera is to be

genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with externalequipment. Use the MAINTENANCE menu to adjust the genlock H-phase (phase of Horizontal sync signal) and the sub-carrier phase.For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

• This connector also inputs a return video signal. You can display theimage of the return video signal in the viewfinder screen while holdingthe RET button down when you set the RETURN VIDEO to ON on theGENLOCK page of the OPERATION menu.For details, see “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on theViewfinder” on page 4-91.

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• This connector also inputs the external analog composite video signalwhen the MSDW-904 extension board (not supplied) is installed. Youcan record the external analog composite video signal input to thisconnector.For details, see “3-5 Recording Video Signals from External Equipment (WhenUsing an MSDW-904)” on page 3-63.

2 TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC type)To synchronize the time code with an external time code, connect thereference time code input here.

3 TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC type)To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that of thecamcorder, connect this connector to the time code input lock connectorof the external VTR.

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Time code functions (2)

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4 HOLD (display hold) buttonPressing this button instantly freezes the time data displayed in thecounter display section. (The time code generator continues normaloperation.) Pressing this button again releases the hold. One use of thisfeature is to determine the exact time of a particular shot.When the HOLD button is activated, the time data is displayed in thefollowing format:

See “2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel” on page 2-42 for moreinformation about the counter display.

5 RESET (counter reset) buttonThis button resets the time data displayed on the counter display sectionto “00:00:00:00” and the user bit data to “00000000".

6 DISPLAY (LCD) switchCTL: Control signalTC: Time codeDATA: The item selected by the DATA DISPLAY switch.For more information, see “Time code displays” on page 2-44.

7 ADVANCE buttonFor setting the time code, user bits, or real time, each press of this buttonincrements the flashing digit selected by the SHIFT button.

8 SHIFT buttonFor setting the time code, user bits, or real time, this button selects thedigit to be changed. The selected digit flashes.

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9 PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK(preset/regeneration/clock) switchThis switch selects whether to set a new time code or to match theexisting time code that had been recorded.PRESET: Starts recording time code values on the tape from the newly

set value.REGEN: Reads the existing time code on the tape and sets the time code

starting value accordingly. Thus, even when there is an indefinitebreak in recording, this setting ensures that time codes on the tapewill be continuous. Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch, the camcorder operates in R-RUN mode.

CLOCK: Makes the time code value coincide with the built-in clock.Regardless of the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch setting, the camcorderalways operates in F-RUN mode.

For more information, see “To make the time code continuous” on page 4-36.

0 F-RUN/SET/R-RUN (free run/set/recording run) switchThis switch selects the operating mode for the internal time codegenerator.F-RUN: The time code generator keeps running, regardless of the

operation state of the VTR. Use this position when matching the timecode to real time or for synchronizing the time code with an externaltime code.

SET: Set the switch to this position to set the time code or user bits.R-RUN: The time code generator runs only while recording. This

produces a tape with consecutive time code value, even when shotintermittently.

For more information, see “4-5-3 Setting the User Bits” on page 4-37 and “4-5-1Setting the Time Code” on page 4-34.

qa DATA DISPLAY switchU-BIT: Display the user bit value.SHOT-TIME: Display the date and time from the shot data.SHOT-NO: Not used.

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2-7 Warnings and IndicationsThe camcorder supplies you visual information and warnings by meansof its indicators without you having to use the speaker, earphone orviewfinder.

Warning and indication functions

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1 TALLY indicatorSetting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW activates this indicator. Theindicator lights during recording on the VTR. It also provides the sameinformation as the REC indicator in the viewfinder; it lights up duringrecording and flashes to indicate a problem. The brightness of thisindicator when it is lit can be controlled by the TALLY switch.

2 DISPLAY switchThis switch the indications on the viewfinder screen on or off.ON: The indications appear on the viewfinder screen.OFF: The indications do not appear on the viewfinder screen.Note

When you turn the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON, the menu will appearon the viewfinder screen even if the DISPLAY switch is set to OFF.

3 TALLY switchThis switch controls the TALLY indicator, setting its brightness (HIGHor LOW) or turning it off.HIGH: The TALLY indicator gets brighter.OFF: The TALLY indicator does not operate.LOW: The TALLY indicator gets dimmer.

4 BACK TALLY indicatorThis indicator is identical to the TALLY indicator 1 when the BACKTALLY switch 5 is set to ON.

5 BACK TALLY switchThis switch turns the BACK TALLY and the REAR TALLY indicatorson and off.ON: Switches on the BACK TALLY and REAR TALLY indicators.OFF: Switches off the BACK TALLY and REAR TALLY indicators.

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6 LIGHT switchThis switch controls the display panel light.ON: Turns the panel light on.OFF: Turns the panel light off.

7 WARNING indicatorThis indicator lights up or flashes when there is a fault in the VTR.See “6-3 Operation Warnings” on page 6-14 for more information about therelationships between the operation of the indicator and the meanings of theindications.

8 Display panelVTR error messages, battery status, tape status, audio level, time data,and so forth are displayed on this panel.For more information, see “2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel”on page 2-42.

9 REAR TALLY indicatorThis indicator is identical to the BACK TALLY indicator 4 when theBACK TALLY switch is set to ON.

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Audio channel level meter: When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch isset to CH-1/2, the audio channel level 1 is displayed.When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch is set to CH-3/4, the audiochannel level 3 is displayed.

Battery status indicator

Fully charged

Nearly dead: “BATT” flashes.Dead battery (battery must be charged):“BATT” and “E” flash.

Tape status indicator

Full (at beginning)

Close to end: “TAPE” flashes.End (tape must be replaced):“TAPE” and “E” flash.

Audio channel level meter:When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4switch is set to CH-1/2, theaudio channel level 2 isdisplayed.When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4switch is set to CH-3/4, theaudio channel level 4 isdisplayed.

2-8 Warnings and Indicationson the Display Panel

Tape status, battery status, and level indicators

Tape status, battery status, and level indicators

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Lights during playback.

VTR operation status and status indicators

VTR operation and status indicators

NoteIf the tape in the VTR becomes slackened, an error code appearsautomatically on the display section of the display panel.For more information refer to the Maintenance Manual.

Warning indicatorsRF: Lights if the recording heads are clogged.SERVO: Lights if the servo motor fails.HUMID: Lights if condensation is on the drum.SLACK: Lights if the tape is not winding properly.

For more information, see “6-3 Operation Warnings” on page 6-14.

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Lights when the time codegenerator is on hold.

Lights when VITC is selected for the time code.

Lights when the camcorder is synchronized withan external time code.

Lights when the time code, CTL, orreal time is displayed.

Lights in the following way when the HOLD buttonis pressed.

Time counter display: Shows the time code, CTL, user bits,and real time.

The table on the next page lists the details of the displayeditems and switch settings.

Lights in playback mode.

Lights in non-drop frame mode. (MSW-900 only)

Time code displays

Time code displays

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Relationships between the DISPLAY switch and DATADISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displaysExcept during setting of the time code, the time counter display isdetermined by the position of the DISPLAY switch and DATADISPLAY switch.

For details of setting the time code menu operation, see “4-5-1 Setting the TimeCode” on page 4-34.

Switch settings related to time code and displayed information

DISPLAY DATA DISPLAY Displayedswitch position switch position information

CTL Any position CTL

TC Any position Time code

DATA U-BIT User bits

SHOT-TIME Data and time from shot data

SHOT-NO. Not used. (currently zero isdisplayed)

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Viewfinderscreen

2-9 Indicators on theViewfinder

Indicators on the Viewfinder

1 TALLY indicatorThis indicator lights when the camcorder is in Loop Rec mode. Also, thisindicator lights when the green tally signal is sent from the cameracontrol unit.

2 REC (recording) indicatorThis indicator lights in red while recording and when the red tally signalis sent from the camera control unit. It also warns by flashing.For more information, see “6-3 Operation Warnings” on page 6-14.

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3 BATT (battery) indicatorThis indicator starts flashing when the battery connected to thecamcorder has fallen, and stays lit when the battery is exhausted.The level at which the indicator starts flashing can be set on theBATTERY page of the MAINTENANCE menu.For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

4 (warning) indicatorThis indicator lights up when the camcorder is used under one or more ofthe following conditions and if the corresponding items have been set toON on the ‘!’ LED page of the USER menu.• The gain is set to anything but 0 dB.• The SHUTTER selector is ON.• The WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST.• ATW is being used.• The lens extender is used.• The FILTER selector is set to anything but ND:1/CC:B.• The reference value of the auto iris adjustment is anything but the

standard value.

5 Spare indicatorThis is a spare indicator. A menu operation makes it possible to use thisas a REC indicator.For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

6 VTR SAVE indicatorLights up when the VTR section is set to power save mode by setting theVTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE.

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Chapter 3 Recording and Playback 3-1

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3-1 About CassettesThis section describes the procedure for loading and unloading acassette.See “Specifications VTR Section ” on page A-4 for information about the cassettesyou can use in the camcorder.

3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a CassetteLoading a cassette

1 Turn on the POWER switch.

NoteIf the interior of the VTR section is damp, the HUMID indicator willlight. If this happens, wait until the indicator goes off before goingon to step 2.

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Chapter 3 Recording and Playback3-2

Insert the cassette.

Push and close thecassette lid.

Cassette lid

Windowoutward

Cassette holder

2 Press the EJECT button.The cassette lid will open.

3 Check that there is no slack in the tape. Then slide in the cassetteuntil it clicks into position and close the cassette lid completely bypressing near the engraved “PUSH”.

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Notes• To insert the tape correctly, make sure to stand the grip of the

camcorder.• When inserting the tape, be careful that you don’t hit the tape against

the tape holder.

Checking the tape for slackPressing in the reels lightly, turn them gently with your fingers in thedirections shown below. If the reels will not move, there is no slack.

Checking the tape for slack

Unloading a cassetteWith the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open the cassettelid. Then take out the cassette. If you are not going to insert anothercassette, close the cassette lid.It is possible to take out the cassette and close the cassette lid unless thebattery voltage drops below about 10.5 V. Do not repeat this unloadingoperation.

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Cassette lid

1 Turn the power off.2 Open this rubber cover.3 Pushing on the screw inside

with a screwdriver, turnthe screw clockwise until thecassette lid opens.

Unloading a cassette manuallyIf the battery voltage drops below about 10.5 V, take out the cassettemanually as illustrated below.

Unloading a cassette manually

You need not return the screw to its original position after taking out thecassette. Although the cassette lid is not locked, turning on the powermakes the cassette lid operable again.

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Push the plug in. Toreuse the cassette,return the plug to itsoriginal position.

3-1-2 Preventing Accidental ErasureThe following procedure prevents cassettes from being recordedinadvertently.

Preventing accidental erasure

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3-2 Recording

3-2-1 Basic ProceduresThis section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording.Before a shooting session, ensure that the camcorder is functioningproperly.For more information, see “6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting” on page6-1.

Turning on the camcorder and loading a cassetteFollow the procedure below.

Basic procedure for shooting : from power supply to cassette loading

1 Attach a fully charged battery pack.For details, see “5-1 Power Supply” on page 5-1.

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2 Set the POWER switch to ON. Check that the HUMID indicatordoes not appear and that the BATT indicator shows at least fivesegments.• If HUMID indicator appears, wait until it disappears.

NoteAfter turning off the power, check whether the drum is dry (evenif the HUMID indicator is off) when the turning on the poweragain.

• If the BATT indicator does not show at least five segments,replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.

3 Check that there are no obstructions near the cassette lid. Thenpress the EJECT button to open the cassette lid.

4 After checking the points below, load the cassette and close thecassette lid.• The cassette is not write-protected.• There is no slack in the tape.

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F-RUN/SET/R-RUN:F-RUN or R-RUN(set as needed)

Iris:Automatic

AUDIO SELECTCH-1/CH-2:AUTO

Zoom:Automatic

OUTPUT/DCC:CAM, DCC ON

DISPLAY: ON

Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting theblack balance and white balance to stoppingrecordingAfter turning on the power and loading a cassette, set the switches andselectors as shown below and begin operation.

Switch and selector settings before shooting

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ShootingFollow the procedure below.

Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting the black balance and whitebalance to stopping recording

1 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK to adjust the blackbalance.For detailed information on how to adjust the black balance, see “4-1-1Adjusting the Black Balance” on page 4-2.

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2 Select the CC filter and ND filter to match the lighting conditions,and adjust the white balance.

When the black balance and white balance settings are alreadyin memory:Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B.

When the white balance setting is not in memory and you do nothave enough time to adjust the white balance:Set the WHITE BAL switch to the PRST position. The whitebalance is automatically set to 3200 K when the outer FILTERselector is set to B, to 4300 K when the FILTER selector is set to C,and to 6300 K when the FILTER selector is set to D.For more information, see “4-1-2 Adjusting the White Balance”on page 4-6.

3 Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the focus and zoom.

4 If necessary, set the electronic shutter for an appropriate mode andspeed.For more information, see “4-2 Setting the Electronic Shutter”on page 4-12.

5 To start recording, press the VTR START button or the VTR buttonon the lens.Or if the REC SWITCH function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1switch, this switch functions as VTR START/STOP buttons.For details, see “4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page4-105.

During recording, the REC indicator in the viewfinder goes on.Perform zooming and focus control, if necessary.

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6 To stop recording, press the VTR START button or the VTR buttonon the lens again.

The REC indicator in the viewfinder goes off.

Cassette control buttonsDuring recording, the cassette control buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD,PLAY, STOP) have no effect.

NoteWhen crash-recording without doing continuous recording on a recordedtape, or when recording with the RE-TAKE function, the timecoderecorded previously may be displayed for a few seconds when playingback the first part of the cut.

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3-2-2 Continuous RecordingIf the camcorder is in the recording pause mode, simply pressing theVTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lenscontinues recording at exactly the next frame.In other cases, you first need to position the tape at an appropriate point.

When the camcorder is in the recording pause modePressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button onthe lens positions the tape at the appropriate point automatically.However, the time taken before recording starts depends on the setting ofthe VTR SAVE/STBY switch.• If the VTR SAVE/STBY switch is in the SAVE position, it takes about

4 seconds before recording starts.• If the VTR SAVE/STBY switch is in the STBY position, recording

starts immediately. However, just after the switch position is changedfrom SAVE to STBY, it takes about 4 seconds before recording starts.

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If you turn off the power during a recording pause

Continuous recording after turning off the power during a recording pause

1 Turn on the power again.

2 Press the RET button on the lens.If the video signal is input to the GENLOCK IN connector, makesure that RETURN VIDEO is set to OFF on the GENLOCK page ofthe MAINTENANCE menu.

The camcorder positions the tape at the appropriate point. Note,however, that this function works only for continuously recordedmaterial or consecutively joined segments totaling at least 3 secondsin length.

3 Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR buttonon the lens to start recording.

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Continuous recording in other casesAfter rewinding or fast forward, after removing the cassette, or on a tapethat has been partially recorded, you can obtain a continuous recordingby following the procedure below.The End Search function also allows you to continue recording on thepartially recorded tape.For details, see “3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning in theRecording Pause Mode (End Search Function)” on page 3-52.

Continuous recording after rewinding or fast forward, after removing thecassette, or on a tape that has been partly recorded

1 Looking in the viewfinder, press the PLAY button to start playback.

2 Press the STOP button at the desired point to begin recording. Tocontinue from the end of recording already on the tape, press theSTOP button immediately after the end of the previous recording(within 0.5 seconds).

3 Press the RET button.

The tape will rewind and will be positioned at the desired point tocontinue recording.

4 Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR buttonon the lens to start recording.

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3-2-3 Recording Good Shot MarkersGood shot markers 1 and 2 are recorded to tape when the RET button onthe lens is pressed during recording.Recording shot markers 1) 1 and 2 for scenes containing importantimages and sounds enables quick access to the marked points. Thisincreases editing efficiency.For detailed information on shot marker operations, refer to the manual suppliedwith your VTR.

A setting on the VTR MODE 5 page of the MAINTENANCE menudetermines whether or not good shot markers are recorded.

Recording markers on the tapeFollow theprocedures below to perform settings for recording markers.

....................................................................................................................................1) Shot markerTime code of the scene to be used as the editing point when editing.

MENU knob MENU ON/OFF switch

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1 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while pushing the MENUknob .

The TOP menu appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to MAINTENANCE.

3 Push the MENU knob.

When the MAINTENANCE menu is first used, the CONTENTSpage appears.Or if you have used the MAINTENANCE menu already, the pagethat was on the screen when the last FILE menu operation endedappears on the viewfinder screen.

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4 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove the t mark to VTR MODE 5, then push the MENU knob.

The VTR MODE 5 page appears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LTC UB-MARKER.


The t mark to the left of LTC UB-MARKER changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

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7 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired setting appears.

The setting changes in the order of SET y ALL y OFF.

Item Contents

SET Determines whether or not markers are recorded for theitems REC START MARK, SHOT MARKER 1 andSHOT MARKER 2 which appear when you select SET.

ALL Records the recording start markers, good shot marker1 and good shot maker 2.

OFF Does not record any markers.

If you select SET, go to step 8.If you select ALL or OFF, go to step 9.

8 Set the marker(s) to be recorded to ON.

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1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the marker to beset.

2 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counter clockwise until thedesired setting appears.To record the marker on the tape, select ON.To not record the marker, select OFF.

3 Perform settings for the remaining markers, repeating steps 1and 2.

9 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF to end the menu operation.

Recording a shot marker 1Press the RET button once. On the viewfinder screen, “z” and the timecode of the marked point are displayed for about 3 seconds.

Recording a shot marker 2Press the RET button twice. On the viewfinder screen, “X” and the timecode of the marked point are displayed for about 3 seconds.

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3-2-4 Recording a Recording Start MarkerYou can record a recording start marker at the beginning of recording.Using recording start markers enables quick access to the marked points,for efficient editing.For detailed information on recording start marker operations, refer to the manualsupplied with your VTR.

You can set whether or not recording start markers are recorded usingthe VTR MODE 5 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.For detailed information on setting whether or not recording start markers arerecorded, see “Recording markers on the tape” on page 3-15.

3-2-5 Starting a Shoot with a Few Seconds ofPre-Stored Picture Data (Loop RecFunction) (When Using an MSDW-903Extension Board)

By installing the optional MSDW-903 extension board (not supplied) inthe camcorder, the camcorder is able to constantly store a few seconds(up to 8 seconds) worth of the most current picture and sound data in theboard’s memory.Thus, when you press the VTR START button or the VTR button on thelens, the recording starts with the data stored a few seconds before.

Setting the Loop Rec time/Loop Rec modeTo record in Loop Rec mode, you need to turn on Loop Rec mode andset the picture data storage time (Loop Rec time) using the USER menu.

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Loop Rec timeThe Loop Rec time and VTR SAVE/STBY switch settings determine thenumber of seconds of picture data that will be stored in the MSDW-903’s memory and recorded when you press the VTR START button orVTR button on the lens.The following table shows the approximate number of seconds worth ofpicture data (counting back from the time you begin recording) that willbe recorded from memory. However, when changing from SAVE toSTBY, or under the special situations explained in the notes on this page,the actual amount of data recorded may be shorter.

Loop Rec time setting and recording start point

Loop Rec time VTR STBY mode VTR SAVE mode

8 (seconds) About 8 seconds before About 4 seconds before








Notes• After selecting the Loop Rec mode, immediately changing the Loop

Rec time or performing playback or recording review, the picture datastored in memory before this operation are made to be unrecordable.This means that when you press the VTR START button or VTRbutton on the lens, the previously stored picture data will not berecorded.

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of playback or recording review will not be in memory and will not berecorded to tape.

To set the Loop Rec modeFollow the procedure below to turn Loop Rec mode on.

1 Open the cover, first. Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.

The page that was on the viewfinder screen when the last menuoperation ended will appear again.


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2 Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page appears.


The t mark appears at the left of the currently selected item andthe z mark appears at the left of the setting.

4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LOOP/INTVALREC.

When the question markappears at the left of the titlepage, you can switch thepages.Turn the MENU knobclockwise orcounterclockwise to displaythe desired page.

The DF/NDF item on theFUNCTION 1 page appearsonly for the MSW-900.

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The t mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to the zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until LOOPappears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thesetting changes in the following sequence: OFF y LOOP y A.INT y M. INT.

When LOOP appears, the camcorder is in the Loop Rec mode wherepicture, sound, and time code are constantly saved in memory. TheTALLY lamp (green tally) is on while the picture data is beingstored in the memory.

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The z mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to the tmark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to the z mark.In this case, you can select another item.

8 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LOOP REC TIME.


The t mark at the left of LOOP REC TIME changes to the zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

10 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired Loop Rec time appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, theLoop Rec time changes in the following sequence: 0 SEC y 1SEC y 2 SEC y 3 SEC y 4 SEC y 5 SEC y 6 SEC y 8SEC.


The z mark at the left of LOOP REC TIME changes to the tmark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to the z mark.

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12 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF,or close the cover of the menu operating section.

The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displayindicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the topand bottom of the viewfinder.

Settings made in Loop Rec mode are maintained until changed.

You can turn the Loop Rec mode on and off by pressing the ASSIGN 1/2switch(es) to which the LOOP REC ON/OFF function is assigned.For detailed information on the ASSIGN 1/2 switches, see “4-8-5 AssigningFunctions to the ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page 4-105.

Notes• You can change the Loop Rec mode menu settings while recording;

any changes that you make, however, do not take effect until after therecording operation is completed.

• In Loop Rec mode, VITC cannot be recorded when the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to the R-RUN position. To record VITC, set theswitch to the F-RUN position.

Camcorder operations in Loop Rec modeThe recording procedure in Loop Rec mode is basically the same as thatfor normal recording. Please note, however, the following differences.

• When you record in Loop Rec mode, the picture you shoot is recordedto tape after the Loop Rec time elapses. For this reason, the tape doesnot stop immediately when you press the VTR START button. Afterthe VTR START button is pressed, all tape operation buttons (EJECT,REW, F FWD, PLAY, and STOP) stop functioning until the Loop Rectime has elapsed. During this time, if you press the VTR STARTbutton or the VTR button on the lens, recording starts again as if therewere no pause in recording.

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• The time the tape stops after the VTR START button is pressed equalsthe Loop Rec time set. However, if you start recording within the setLoop Rec time immediately after selecting the Loop Rec mode,changing the Loop Rec time or performing playback or recordingreview, the picture data for the duration of the Loop Rec time will notbe stored in memory. Thus, the time the tape stops after the STOPbutton is pressed becomes shorter than the Loop Rec time.

• The time code stops advancing while time data is being set (when theF-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to SET). For this reason, if you startrecording immediately after switching to F-RUN or R-RUN (i.e., to aposition other than SET), you may overwrite a portion of thepreviously recorded time code.

Turning off the camera• When the power is turned off during recording, the camera will switch

off by itself after the tape has run for a few seconds.• If you remove the battery, pull out the DC cable, or cut power to the

AC adaptor during recording, actual recording of picture data ends theinstant the tape is stopped. However, a certain amount of recordedpicture data, equal to that recorded during the Loop Rec time, will belost, because it has not yet been recorded on the tape before the tapestops. For this reason, make sure you do not change the battery whilerecording.

When the tape runs out during recordingPlease note that if the tape runs out and the camcorder stops duringrecording, a certain amount of recorded picture data, equal to thatrecorded during the Loop Rec time, will be lost, because it has not yetbeen recorded on the tape.

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3-2-6 Shooting Pictures at Intervals (Interval RecFunction) (When Using an MSDW-903)

Inserting an optional MSDW-903 extension board (not supplied) in thecamcorder enables the camcorder to record pictures at various intervals.There are two kinds of Interval Rec mode:• Auto Interval Rec mode

In Auto Interval Rec mode, pictures are automatically shot a frame at atime at the specified interval and stored in memory. To use thisfunction you must set the total time for shooting (TAKE TOTALTIME) and the length of time for recording on the tape (REC TIME)on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.

• Manual Interval Rec modeThere are two kinds of Manual Interval Rec mode:

— Single trigger modeSetting the number of frames to be recorded at one shooting(NUMBER OF FRAME) enables the camcorder to record thenumber of frames preset each time the VTR START button or theVTR button on the lens is pressed.

— Continuous trigger modePictures are automatically shot by preset frames at preset intervalsby pressing the VTR START button or the VTR button on thelens.

In the Auto Interval Rec and the continuous trigger mode of the ManualInterval Rec mode, by setting the PRE-LIGHTING function to ON, thelight connected to the LIGHT connector automatically turns on beforerecording starts. This allows you to record pictures under stable light andcolor temperature conditions.

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Setting the Auto Interval Rec modeTo record in Auto Interval Rec mode, you need to turn on Auto IntervalRec and set the total time from starting to finishing shooting (TAKETOTAL TIME) and the length of time for recording on the tape (RECTIME), using the USER menu.

Notes• To make settings for Auto Interval Rec mode, set TAKE TOTAL

TIME first, then REC TIME.• To turn on the light automatically before starting to record by setting

the PRE-LIGHTING item to ON, be sure to set the LIGHT switch toAUTO. Also, set the switch of the light connected to the LIGHTconnector to on.

Follow the procedure below to turn on Auto Interval Rec mode.

Switches to be used for setting the Auto Interval Rec mode

1 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.

The page that was on the viewfinder screen when the last menuoperation ended will appear again.


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2 Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page appears.


An t mark appears at the left of the currently selected item and az mark appears at the left of the setting.

4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LOOP/INTVALREC.

When a question markappears in the top leftcorder of the title page,you can switch thepages.Turn the MENU knobclockwise orcounterclockwise todisplay the desiredpage.

The DF/NDF item on the FUNCTION 1 page appears only for theMSW-900.In this manual, the menus of the the MSW-900 are used asexamples.

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The t mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to a zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until A. INTappears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thesetting changes in the following sequence: OFF y LOOP yA. INT y M. INT.

When A. INT appears, the camcorder is in Auto Interval Rec mode.The TALLY indicator (green) flashes (one flash/second) in theviewfinder while the camcorder is in this mode. Also, TAKETOTAL TIME, REC TIME and PRE-LIGHTING appear.

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The z mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to an tmark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark.In this case, you can select another item.

8 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to TAKE TOTALTIME.


The t mark at the left of TAKE TOTAL TIME changes to a zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

10 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired TAKE TOTAL TIME appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, TAKETOTAL TIME changes in the following sequence: 5M y 10My 15M y 20M y 30M y 40M y 50M y 1H y 2H y3H y 4H y 5H y 7H y 10H y 15H y 20H y 30Hy 40H y 50H y 70H y 100H.

where M means minutes (5M is 5 minutes) and H means hours (1His one hour).

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The ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of TAKE TOTAL TIME changes to an t mark.

12 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to REC TIME.


The t mark at the left of REC TIME changes to a z mark and thez mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

14 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired time to be recorded on the tape appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, RECTIME changes in the following sequence: 5 SEC y 10SEC y15SEC y 20SEC y 30SEC y 40SEC y 50SEC y 1MINy 2MIN y .......58MIN (for MSW-900)/70MIN (for MSW-900P) y 59MIN (for the MSW-900)/71MIN (for the MSW-900P)y 60MIN (for the MSW-900)/72MIN (for the MSW-900P) .

where SEC means seconds (5SEC is 5 seconds) and MIN meansminutes (1MIN is one minute).

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You cannot set a REC TIME that is more than one thirtieth ofTAKE TOTAL TIME.For example: When TAKE TOTAL TIME is set to 1H, themaximum value of REC TIME is 2 MIN. (60 minutes divided by 30gives 2 minutes.)The time setting displayed when you turn the MENU knob changeswithin the available setting times.Be sure to set REC TIME after setting TAKE TOTAL TIME.


The ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of REC TIME changes to an t mark.

16 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to PRE-LIGHTING.


The t mark at the left of PRE-LIGHTING changes to a z markand the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

18 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired time to turn on the light before starting to record appears.

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If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thePRE-LIGHTING time changes in the following sequence: OFF y2SEC y 5SEC y 10SEC.

Notes• To turn on the light automatically before starting to record by

setting the PRE-LIGHTING item to ON, be sure to set the LIGHTswitch to AUTO. Also, set the switch of the light connected to theLIGHT connector to on.The light automatically turns on and off in Auto Interval Recmode. However, if the duration for which the light should be off isless than 5 seconds, the light is on continuously.

• When the LIGHT switch is set to MANUAL and the switch of thelight is set to ON, the light is always on.


The ? mark at the left of setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of PRE-LIGHTING changes to an t mark.

20 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF,or close the cover of the menu operating section.

The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the message“AUTO INTERVAL **M**S” indicating Auto Interval Rec modeappears along the bottom of the viewfinder.**M**S indicates the shooting interval. For example, when TAKETOTAL TIME is set to 1H and REC TIME is set to 30 SEC, themessage “AUTO INTERVAL 00M04S” appears. The shootinginterval is 4 seconds.

The display indicating the current status of the camcorder appearsalong the top and bottom of the viewfinder.

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NoteThe settings for Auto Interval Rec mode are maintained until changed.However, if you switch off the camcorder power, Auto Interval Recmode is cleared except for the TAKE TOTAL TIME, REC TIME andPRE-LIGHTING settings. To use the Auto Interval Rec function againafter switching on the power, perform steps 1 to 6.

Camcorder operation in Auto Interval Rec modeFollow the procedure below to shoot and record in Auto Interval Recmode after turning on Auto Interval Rec mode and making the requiredsettings.

NoteWhen you use cassettes on which nothing is recorded, such as brand newcassettes, be sure to record color bars for more than 2 seconds at thebeginning of a cassette.

1 After performing the basic procedures for shooting and recording,following the instructions in “3-2-1 Basic Procedures” (page 3-6),secure the camcorder so that it will not move.

2 Push the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR buttonon the lens.

The camcorder starts recording in Auto Interval Rec mode.When you use the PRE-LIGHTING function, the light turns onwhen you press the VTR START button. After the preset PRE-LIGHTING time has elapsed, the camcorder captures the picture.After that, the camcorder stores the picture data (about five secondsworth) in memory, and then actually records the stored picture dataon the tape. Thus the tape runs intermittently. While recording inAuto Interval Rec mode, the TALLY indicator (green) in theviewfinder flashes (4 flashes/second) and the message “AUTOINTERVAL **M**S” flashes on the viewfinder screen. When the

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camcorder is capturing the picture in memory, the REC indicator(red) in the viewfinder lights.After the length of time for recording on the tape (REC TIME) haselapsed, the camcorder automatically stops shooting and recording.

To continue auto interval recordingPress the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button onthe lens again.The camcorder starts recording in Auto Interval Rec mode again.

To interrupt auto interval recordingPress the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens. Thecamcorder stops recording.However, the tape may run to record picture data stored in memory untilyou interrupted auto interval recording.

To end auto interval recordingYou can clear Auto Interval Rec mode using the following two methods:• Set the POWER switch to OFF.• Set LOOP/INTVAL REC to OFF on the FUNCTION 1 page of the

USER menu.

Time required for shooting and time required forrecording on the tapeThe Auto Interval Rec mode is effective for shooting objects that movevery slowly. You do, however, need to set the total time for shooting(TAKE TOTAL TIME) and the length of time for recording on the tape(REC TIME).The length of time for shooting is the time required to shoot objects thatmove very slowly. The camcorder stores the picture data a frame at atime as it is shot at the specified interval and records the picture data ontape when up to about 5 seconds of the picture data has been stored inmemory.

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Total time for shooting (TAKE TOTAL TIME)

Time for recording on the tape (REC TIME)

Shooting interval

The length of time for recording on the tape is the length of the recordingof the picture data shot during TAKE TOTAL TIME.The camcorder calculates the shooting interval based on two set values:TAKE TOTAL TIME and REC TIME.

Notes on Auto Interval Rec modeTake note of the following points.

• Time codeIn Auto Interval Rec mode, the internal time code generator runs in R-RUN mode regardless of how the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set. Theactual time of the shooting is saved in the user bits.When you need to set the internal clock, use the TIME DATE page ofthe DIAGNOSIS menu.For details, see “4-8-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock” on page 4-110.

• AudioThe audio signal is not recorded in Auto Interval Rec mode.

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• Cassette control buttonsWhile recording in Auto Interval Rec mode (the green tally indicator inthe viewfinder flashes (4 flashes/second)), you cannot use the cassettecontrol buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD, PLAY and STOP). To use thecassette control buttons, stop Auto interval recording by pressing theVTR START button or the VTR button on the lens.

• Menu operationWhile recording in Auto Interval Rec mode (the green tally indicator inthe viewfinder flashes (4 flashes/second)), you cannot change thesettings of LOOP/INTVAL REC, TAKE TOTAL TIME and RECTIME. To change the settings, stop Auto interval recording by pressingthe VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens.

• When the camcorder power is switched off during recording inAuto Interval Rec mode

• When you set the POWER switch to OFF, the camcorder will switchoff by itself after the tape has run for a few seconds to record thepicture data stored in the memory.

• If you remove the battery, unplug the DC cable, or cut power to theAC adaptor while auto interval recording, picture data shot and storedbefore recording stops (a maximum of 5 seconds) will not be recorded.Do not change the battery during auto interval recording.

• When tape runs out during auto interval recordingNote that picture data (a maximum of 5 seconds) shot and stored beforethe tape stops is not recorded if the tape runs out and the camcorderstops.

Setting the Manual Interval Rec modeThere are two kinds of Manual Interval Rec mode:• Single trigger mode

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of frames preset each time the VTR START button or the VTR buttonon the lens is pressed.

• Continuous trigger modePictures are automatically shot by preset frames at preset intervals bypressing the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens.

Setting the single trigger mode

1 Follow the procedure in steps 1 to 5 in “Setting the Auto IntervalRec mode” on page 3-29 to select LOOP/INTVAL REC on theFUNCTION 1 page.

2 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until M. INTappears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thesetting changes in the following sequence: OFF y LOOP yA. INT y M. INT.

When M. INT appears, the camcorder turns in Manual Interval Recmode and the TALLY indicator (green) flashes in the viewfinder.NUMBER OF FRAME, TRIGGER INTERVAL and PRE-LIGHTING appear under LOOP/INTERVAL REC.

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The z mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to an tmark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark.In this case, you can select another item.

4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to NUMBER OFFRAME.


The t mark at the left of NUMBER OF FRAME changes to a zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired number of frames to be recorded when shooting appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thenumber changes in the following sequence: 1 y 2 y 4 y 8.


The ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of NUMBER OF FRAME changes to an t mark.

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8 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to TRIGGERINTERVAL.


The t mark at the left of TRIGGER INTERVAL changes to a zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

10 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise to display M.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thenumber changes in the following sequence: M y 1SEC y2SEC........12H y 24H.When M appears, the TALLY indicator (green) flashes (2 flashes/second) and PRE-LIGHTING disappears.


The ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of TRIGGER INTERVAL changes to an t mark.

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12 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFFor close the cover of the menu operating section.

The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the message“MANU INTERVAL *FRAME,” indicating the single trigger modeof the Manual Interval Rec mode, appears along the bottom of theviewfinder.*FRAME indicates the number of frames set in step 6.


NoteThe settings for the single trigger mode of the Manual Interval Rec modeare maintained until changed. However, if you switch the camcorderpower off, all Manual Interval Rec mode settings are cleared except forthe NUMBER OF FRAME setting and the single trigger mode selection.To use the single trigger mode of the Manual Interval Rec function againafter switching on the power, perform steps 1 and 2.

Camcorder operation in the single trigger mode of theManual Interval Rec modeFollow the procedure below to shoot a picture in the single trigger modeof the Manual Interval Rec mode.


1 After performing the basic procedure for shooting and recordingfollowing the instructions in “3-2-1 Basic Procedures” on page 3-6,secure the camcorder so that it will not move.

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The camcorder starts recording in the single trigger mode of theManual Interval Rec mode. The TALLY indicator (green) in theviewfinder flashes (2 flashes/second) and the message “MANUINTERVAL *FRAME” flashes on the viewfinder screen.Each time you press the VTR START button or the VTR button, thecamcorder captures and stores the picture data of the preset numberof frames. The REC indicator (red) is on while the camcorder iscapturing the picture in the memory. The camcorder stores picturedata (about 5 seconds worth) in memory, and then actually recordsthe stored picture data on the tape. The tape runs intermittently.

To stop recording in the single trigger modeYou can stop recording in the single trigger mode of the Manual RecInterval mode using the following two methods. However, the tape maycontinue to run to record the picture data stored in the memory at theinstant the tape stopped.• Press the EJECT button.• Set the POWER switch to OFF.

Setting the continuous trigger mode

1 Follow the procedure in steps 1 to 9 in “Setting the single triggermode” on page 3-40.

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2 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise to display thedesired trigger interval.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thenumber changes in the following sequence: M y 1SEC y 2SECy 3SEC y 4SEC y 5SEC y 6SEC y 7SEC y 8SEC y9SEC y 10SEC y 15SEC y 20SEC y 30SEC y 40SECy 50SEC y 1MIN y 2MIN y 3MIN y 4MIN y 5MINy 6MIN y 7MIN y 8MIN y 9MIN y 10MIN y 15MINy 20MIN y 30MIN y 40MIN y 50MIN y 1H y 2Hy 3H y 4H y 5H y 6H y 12H y 24H.When a trigger interval time other than M is displayed, thecamcorder is in continuous trigger mode of the Manual Interval Recmode. The TALLY indicator (green) flashes (1 flash/second).


The ? mark at the left of setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of TRIGGER INTERVAL changes to an t mark.

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4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to PRE-LIGHTING.


The t mark at the left of PRE-LIGHTING changes to a z markand the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired time interval at which to turn on the light before recordingstarts appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thePRE-LIGHTING time changes in the following sequence: OFF y2SEC y 5SEC y 10SEC.

Notes• To turn on the light automatically before recording starts by setting

the PRE-LIGHTING item to ON, be sure to set the LIGHT switchto AUTO. Also, set the switch of the light connected to the LIGHTconnector to ON.The light automatically turns on and off in the continuous triggermode of the Manual Interval Rec mode. However, if the durationthe light should be off is less than 5 seconds, the light is oncontinuously.

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• When the LIGHT switch is set to MANUAL and the switch of thelight is set to ON, the light is always on.


The ? mark at the left of setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of PRE-LIGHTING changes to an t mark.

8 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFFor close the cover of the menu operating section.

The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the message“INTERVAL *SEC *FRAME,” indicating the continuous triggermode of the Manual Interval Rec mode, appears along the bottom ofthe viewfinder.*SEC indicates the trigger interval preset and *FRAME indicatesthe number of frames preset.


NoteThe settings for the continuous trigger mode of the Manual Interval Recmode are maintained until changed. However, if you switch thecamcorder power off, all Manual Interval Rec mode settings are clearedexcept for the NUMBER OF FRAME, TRIGGER INTERVAL, andPRE-LIGHTING settings. To use the continuous trigger mode of theManual Interval Rec function again after switching on the power,perform steps 1 and 2 in “Setting the single trigger mode” on page 3-40.

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Camcorder operation in the continuous trigger modeof the Manual Interval Rec modeFollow the procedure below to shoot pictures in the continuous triggermode of the Manual Interval Rec mode.


1 After performing the basic procedures for shooting and recordingfollowing the instructions in “3-2-1 Basic Procedures,” on page 3-6,secure the camcorder so that it will not move.


The camcorder starts recording in the continuous trigger mode ofthe Manual Interval Rec mode, and the flashing cycle of the TALLYindicator (green) changes from 1 flash/second to 4 flashes/second,and the message “INTERVAL *SEC *FRAME” flashes on theviewfinder screen.After you press the VTR START button or the VTR button, thecamcorder stores the preset number of frames at the preset triggerintervals. However, when you use the PRE-LIGHTING function,the light turns on when you press the VTR START button. After thepreset PRE-LIGHTING time has elapsed, the camcorder capturesthe picture in the memory. The camcorder stores picture data (about5 seconds worth) in memory, and then actually records the storedpicture data on the tape. Thus, the tape runs intermittently. The RECindicator (red) is on while the camcorder is capturing the picture inthe memory.

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To stop recording in the continuous trigger mode of the ManualInterval Rec modeYou can stop recording in the continuous trigger mode of the ManualInterval Rec mode using the following two methods. However, the tapemay continue to run to record the picture data stored in the memory atthe instant the tape stopped .• Press the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens.• Set the POWER switch to OFF.

Notes on Manual Interval Rec modeTake note of the following points which are common to the singletrigger mode and continuous trigger mode. Differences are clearly noted,if any.

• Time codeIn Manual Interval Rec mode, the internal time code generator runs in R-RUN mode regardless of how the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set.Also, in the continuous trigger mode of the Manual Interval Rec mode,the actual time of the shooting is saved in the user bits.

• AudioThe audio signal is not recorded in Manual Interval Rec mode.

• Cassette control buttonsWhile recording in the single trigger mode of the Manual Interval Recmode (the green tally flashes (2 flashes/second)), you cannot use thecassette control buttons (REW, F FWD, PLAY and STOP). Note that thecamcorder stops recording in the single trigger mode of the ManualInterval Rec mode if you press the EJECT button.While recording in the continuous trigger mode of the Manual IntervalRec mode (the TALLY indicator (green) flashes (4 flashes/second)), youcannot use the cassette control buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD, PLAYand STOP). To stop recording, press the VTR START button or the

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VTR button on the lens. However, the tape may run to record the picturedata stored in the memory before stopping the manual interval recording.

• Menu operationIn the single trigger mode of the Manual Interval Rec mode, you cannotchange the settings of LOOP/INTVAL REC and NUMBER OF FRAMEon the FUNCTION 1 page after the camcorder starts recording. Tochange the settings, stop the recording pressing the EJECT button orsetting the POWER switch to OFF.In the continuous trigger mode of the Manual Interval Rec mode, youcannot change the settings of LOOP/INTVAL REC, NUMBER OFFRAME or TRIGGER INTERVAL after the camcorder starts recording.To change the settings, stop recording by pressing the VTR STARTbutton or the VTR button on the lens or by setting the POWER switch toOFF.

• When the camcorder power is switched off during recording inManual Interval Rec mode

• When you set the POWER switch to OFF, the camcorder will switchoff by itself after the tape has run for a few seconds to record thepicture data stored in the memory.

• If you remove the battery, unplug the DC cable, or cut the power to theAC adaptor while manual interval recording, the image currently beingshot on the camcorder (a maximum of 5 seconds) will not be recorded.Do not change the battery while recording in Manual Interval Recmode.

• When tape runs out during recording in Manual Interval Recmode

Note that the picture data (a maximum of 5 seconds) at the instant thetape stopped is not recorded if the tape runs out and the camcorder stops.

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3-2-7 Continuous Recording on Previous CutBy assigning the RE-TAKE function to the ASSIGN 1 switch, you canuse the ASSIGN 1 switch to position the tape at the most recent cut,clear it and record the new cut.For detailed information, see “4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2Switches” on page 4-105.

Example: After recording cut 3, clearing cut 3 and recording cut 4 aftercut 2

Continuous recording the new cut after the cut before themost recent cutIn the above example, with the camcorder in the recording pause modeafter recording the cut 3, press the RET switch on the lens while holdingthe ASSIGN 1 switch down.The camcorder automatically positions the tape at the end point of cut 2and turns in the recording pause mode.Record cut 4. Cut 4 is recorded after cut 2.

NoteWhen pictures consisting of cuts recorded using the RE-TAKE functionare played back on a VTR for professional use, the CHANNELCONDITION indicator, which indicates the condition of the playedback signal of the VTR, may be lit in yellow, or the previsouly recordedtimecode may be displayed for a few seconds. To avoid this, it isrecommended that you make the first part of the cut (in the aboveexample, cut 4) about 3 seconds longer.

Tape running direction

Cut 1 Cut 2 Cut 3

Cut 4

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3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portionand Turning in the Recording Pause Mode(End Search Function)

The End Search Function allows the camcorder to search for the end ofthe recording on the tape after the recorded portion is rewound andplayed back.To use this function, set the END SEARCH function to ON on theFUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.For detailed information on menu operation, see “4-6-2 Basic Use of the Menu” onpage 4-47.

End Search function

Tape running direction

Recorded portion

The current tapeposition

Searching for the end of therecorded portion and turningin recording pause mode

Blank portion

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Searching for the end of the recording and turning inrecording pause modeTo start the recording again after rewinding the recorded tape, playing itback and stopping the camcorder, follow the procedure.Press the RET button on the Lens.The tape automatically runs and stops at the end of the recording. Thecamcorder is in recording pause mode.

NoteWhen the STOP KEY FREEZE function is set to become active on theVTR MODE 4 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, the picture is frozenonce you push the STOP button during playback. To activate the endsearch function, push the STOP button again to stop the camcorder andthen press the RET button.

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3-2-9 Reversing the Picture Orientation(Vertically and Horizontally)

When you are using a cinema lens via a cinema lens adaptor, you canreverse the orientation of the image (vertically and horizontally) andrecord the reversed image as a normal image.

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting the signals to be recorded” on page3-63 until the FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu isdisplayed on the viewfinder screen.The FORMAT page appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to REVERSE IMAGE,then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of REVERSE IMAGE changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

Item Contents

REVERSE IMAGE To reverse the orientation of the image andrecord the reversed image as a normal image,set this item to ON.

H DELAY Makes fine horizontal adjustments of the(REV.IMG) a) picture. (-6 to 6)

a) This item is effective only when REVERSE IMAGE is set to ON.

The UC/J SELECT item onthe FUNCTION 1 pageappears only for the MSW-900.In this manual, the menusof the the MSW-900 areused as examples.

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3 Turn the MENU knob until the desired mode appears.


The z mark to the left of the REVERSE IMAGE changes to the tmark and the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.

If you select ON, go to the next step if you want to adjust thehorizontal position.If you select OFF, go to step 8.

5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to H DELAY(REV.IMG), then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of H DELAY (REV.IMG) changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired horizontal position is obtained.


The z mark to the left of the H DELAY (REV.IMG) changes to thet mark and the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the zmark.

8 To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.

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3-3 Checking the Recording— Playback

By pressing the PLAY button, you can review any length of recording inthe viewfinder in black and white. There are two other ways to reviewthe recording.• Recording review: You can view the last 2 seconds of the recording in

the viewfinder in black and white.• Color playback: You can see the recording in color on a color video

monitor without the need for any external adaptor.

You may also view the picture during searching by rewinding or fastforwarding by pressing the PLAY + REW button or PLAY + F FWDbutton.See “2-3 Audio Functions” on page 2-5 for information about the switches andcontrols used to select the audio output signal and to adjust the audio level.

3-3-1 Checking the Last Two Seconds of theRecording — Recording Review

If you press the RET button on the lens while recording is paused, thelast two seconds of the tape is automatically rewound, and that segmentis played back on the viewfinder screen. Use this function to checkwhether recording went smoothly. If you hold the RET button downlonger, at most 10 seconds of the tape is rewound and played back. Afterplayback, the camcorder is ready to start recording again.By assigning the LENS RET function to the ASSIGN 1 switch, you canuse the ASSIGN 1 switch in the same way as the RET button on the lens.For details, see “4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches” on page 4-105.

NoteThe recording review functions only works if the recording you havemade is at least 3 seconds long.

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Color video monitor

3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the ColorVideo Monitor — Playback in Color

Connect a color video monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector of thecamcorder. By pressing the PLAY button, you can view the recordedpicture.When the MSDW-902 extension board (not supplied) is installed, youcan connect the monitor with the SDI input connector.

Color playback

NoteIf REAR BNC OUT SEL is set to OFF on the OUTPUT SEL page of theUSER menu, you cannot view the picture. Set REAR BNC OUT SEL toVBS.You can select either VBS or SDI as the output signal of the VIDEOOUT connector when the MSDW-902 (not supplied) is installed.For detailed information, see “4-8-2 Selecting the Output Signals” on page 4-98.

VIDEO INconnector a)

SDI INconnector b)

VIDEO OUT connector

MSW-900/900P

a) When VBS is selected as the output signal of the VIDEOOUT connector

b) When SDI is selected as the output signal of the VIDEOOUT connector (only when the MSDW-902 (not supplied)is installed)

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Memory label

Windowoutlet

Cassette holder

3-4 Recording the RecordingStart Time Code onto theMemory Label - Tele-File

The VTR section is compatible with the Tele-File memory label system.This system allows you to record the recording start time code, modelname, serial No. and TAPE format onto the MLB-1M-100 memory label(not supplied). This is very helpful for management of the cassette tapesand to improve the efficiency of the tape editing.

The memory label attached to the cassette is automatically detected.

To record the recording start time code onto the memorylabelFollow the procedure below to record the recording start time code.

1 Insert the cassette onto which the MLB-1M-100 memory label hasbeen attached.

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2 Press the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens.

At the instant the recording starts, the time code of the recordingstart is recorded on the memory label.

To confirm the remaining capacity on the memory label



2 Turn the MENU knob to move t mark to FILE.


When the FILE menu is first used, the CONTENTS page of theFILE menu appears.Or if you used the FILE menu already, the page that was on thescreen when the last FILE menu operation ended appears on theviewfinder screen.

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4 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove t mark to TELE FILE, then push the MENU knob.When any page of the FILE menu is displayed, turn the MENUknob until the TELE FILE page appears, then push the MENUknob.

The TELE FILE page appears.

The remaining capacity of the memory label is displayed at theREMAIN column.You can record the recording start time code about 130 times on thememory label of 1 Kilobyte.

NoteWhen the remaining capacity of the memory label becomes 0 %,you can not record the recording start time code any more.“0 %” is displayed at the REMAIN column and the message“MEMORY FULL” is displayed at the STATUS column.

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Warnings on the viewfinder screen when the remainingcapacity is 0 %In the following cases, the message “TELE FILE MEMORY FULL” isdisplayed at the setting change and adjustment progress message displayarea of the viewfinder.• When loading the cassette onto which the memory label whose

memory capacity is 0 % is attached.• When loading the cassette onto which the memory label whose

memory capacity is 0 % is attached and starting /stopping therecording.

To clear recorded data

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “To confirm the remaining capacity on thememory label” until the TELE FILE page of the FILE menu isdisplayed on the viewfinder screen.

The TELE FILE page appears.

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2 Turn the MENU knob to move t mark to TELE FILE CLEAR,then push the MENU knob.

The message “CLEAR DATA OK? YES NO” appears. In this case,the t mark is displayed on the front of “NO” and “NO” blinks.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move t mark to YES (“YES” blinks),then push the MENU knob.

The data recorded on the memory label is cleared.100 % appears at the REMAIN column.

Notes• When the memory label is protected from accidental erasure, you

cannot clear recorded data.• The time code data is cleared. However, the memory label ID is not

cleared.

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3-5 Recording Video Signalsfrom External Equipment(When Using anMSDW-904)

Inserting the optional MSDW-904 extension board (not supplied) in thecamcorder enables the camcorder to record analog composite videosignals from external equipment connected to the GENLOCK INconnector.

Selecting the signals to be recordedYou can select which signals you will record, pictures being shot by thecamcorder or video signals from the external equipment connected tothe GENLOCK IN connector, using the EXT VIDEO IN page of theOPERATION menu.When the REC VIDEO SOURCE function is assigned to the ASSIGN 2switch, you can switch the signal to be recorded, regardless of thesetting on the EXT VIDEO IN page of the OPERATION menu.

NoteYou can switch the signals to be recorded at any time while recordingon the tape. However, the signals recorded at the point where the signalis switched may be distorted.

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Follow the procedure below to select the signals.



2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to OPERATION.


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When the OPERATION menu is used for the first time, theCONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu appears.Or if you have used the OPERATION menu already, the page thatwas on the screen when the last OPERATION menu operationended appears on the viewfinder screen.

4 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove the t mark to EXT VIDEO IN, then push the MENU knob.When any page of the OPERATION menu is displayed, turn theMENU knob until the EXT VIDEO IN page appears, then push theMENU knob.

The EXT VIDEO IN page appears.

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5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to REC VIDEOSOURCE, then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of REC VIDEO SOURCE changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

Item Contents

CAM Records the pictures being shot by the camcorder.

EXT Records video signals from the external equipmentconnected to the GENLOCK IN connector.

6 Turn the MENU knob to display EXT.

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The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.


The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the displayindicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the topand bottom of the viewfinder screen.

While recording in EXT mode, EXT is displayed along the top of theviewfinder screen.

Notes• Even when EXT is selected as the REC VIDEO SOURCE, if the

external video signal is not input to the GENLOCK IN connector, thecamcorder does not change to EXT mode, and the pictures being shotby the camcorder are recorded on the tape.

• Even if GENLOCK ON/OFF is set to OFF on the GENLOCK page ofthe MAINTENANCE menu, the camcorder is automaticallysynchronized with the external reference video signal when theexternal video signal is input to the GENLOCK IN connector in EXTmode. When the setting is switched to CAM mode, or when no signalsare input to the GENLOCK IN connector even in EXT mode, thecamcorder is reset to the original setting.

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Selecting the delay mode of the vertical synchronizing(V sync) signal of the output video signalIn EXT mode, the video signal output from the TEST OUT connector orthe VIDEO OUT connector is output with a delay of 8 horizontal linesagainst the external input signal, because the input signals, including theV sync signal, undergo digital processing internally. There will not beany problems when you see the pictures of the output video signals onthe monitor. However, if you want to output the V sync signals that areat the same position as the V sync signals of the external signal, use themenu to select the appropriate V sync delay.

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Selecting the signals to be recorded” on page3-63 until the EXT VIDEO IN page of the OPERATION menu isdisplayed on the viewfinder screen.

The EXT VIDEO IN page appears.

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2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to EE OUTPUTDELAY, then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of EE OUTPUT DELAY changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

Item Contents

SYNC Outputs the video signals including the V sync signal,which are delayed by 8 horizontal lines against the inputsignals to the GENLOCK IN connector, from the TESTOUT connector or the VIDEO OUT connector. Thepictures are displayed at the correct position on the videomonitor. a)

VIDEO Outputs the video signals, excluding the V sync signal,with delayed by 8 horizontal lines against the inputsignals to the GENLOCK IN connector, from the TESTOUT connector or the VIDEO OUT connector. The Vsync signal is the same as the V sync signal input to theGENLOCK IN connector. On the video monitor, picturesare displayed lowered by 8 horizontal lines. b)

a) Since the V sync signal is output with delay of 8 horizontallines, any external equipment connected after the second one arenot synchronized with the camcorder when interconnectingmultiple camcorders for recording.

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b) Even though the pictures are displayed at lower position on themonitor, the video signals are correctly recorded on the tape.

3 Turn the MENU knob until the desired delay mode appears.





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Removing the setup signal from the external videosignals (MSW-900 only)When the UC/J SELECT item is set to UC on the FORMAT page of theOPERATION menu, the SETUP REMOVE item appears on the EXTVIDEO IN page of the USER menu.

The SETUP REMOVE item allows you to eliminate the setup signalfrom the external video signals within a range of from 0 to 10 % in 0.5 %steps. The elimination range has been set to 7.5 % at the factory.

NoteWhen the UC/J SELECT item is set to UC on the FORMAT page of theOPERATION menu, a 7.5 % setup signal is automatically added to thecomposite video signal output from the TEST OUT connector.

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3-6 Freezing a Picture DuringPlayback

Pressing the STOP button during playback stops playback and freezesthe picture.The VTR MODE 4 page of the MAINTENANCE menu allows you toset the freeze-frame mode where you can view the frozen picture duringplayback.

Performing the settings required for freezing thepicture

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Recording markers on the tape” (on page 3-15) to display the VTR MODE 4 page of the MAINTENANCEmenu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to STOP KEYFREEZE, then push the MENU knob.

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The t mark at the left of STOP KEY FREEZE changes to a zmark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

3 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired freeze mode appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, thefreeze mode changes in the following sequence: OFF y FRAMEy FIELD.

Setting Contents

OFF Deactivates the freeze function.

FRAME Freezes pictures in frame mode. This mode is effectivefor freezing pictures of objects that are not moving.

FIELD Freezes pictures in field mode. This mode is effectivefor freezing moving pictures.


The ? mark at the left of the setting changes to a z mark and the zmark at the left of STOP KEY FREEZE changes to an t mark.

5 To end menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF orclose the cover of the menu operating section.

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Viewing frozen pictures

1 Push the PLAY button to start playback.

2 Push the STOP button at the instant when you want to freeze thepicture.

The tape stops running and the picture is frozen.The time code is displayed in the counter display and the PLAYindicator blinks (one flash/second).

Changing to another modeTo cancel the freeze-frame mode for viewing the frozen picture andchange to another mode, proceed as follows.

To restart playback: Push the PLAY button.To view the pictures shot by the camcorder: Push the STOP button.To rewind the tape: Push the REW button.To fast forward the tape: Push the FF button.To eject the tape: Push the EJECT button.

Notes• In the freeze-frame mode, you cannot start recording pictures on the

tape. To start recording the shot pictures again, push the STOP buttonto finish playback and then push the VTR START button.

• When changing to the recording pause mode from the freeze-framemode by using the end-search function or positioning function forcontinuous recording, push the STOP button first, and then push theRET button.

When remotely controlling the camcorder from an RM-B150 remote control unit (not supplied)You can perform the same operation from an RM-B150.

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3-7 Setting the Stand-by offTimer During Rec-Pause

The VTR SAVE/STBY switch allows you to control the VTR powermode during pauses in recording (rec-pause) or when stopped.However, even in the standby mode (with the VTR SAVE/STBY switchset to STBY), you can set the VTR in such a way that the mode isautomatically switched from the standby mode to save mode when thetape does not run for a preset time, using the VTR MODE 4 page of theMAINTENANCE menu.

1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Recording markers on the tape” on page 3-15to display the VTR MODE 4 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to STBY OFF TIMER,then push the MENU knob.

The t mark at the left of STBY OFF TIMER changes to a z markand the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

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3 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired STBY OFF TIMER appears.

If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, STBYOFF TIMER changes in the following sequence: 60MIN y 30MINy 10MIN y 5MIN y OFF.

In order not to enter in the VTR SAVE mode, select OFF.To enter the VTR SAVE mode, select the desired time.

4 Press the MENU knob.

The z mark at the left of the STBY OFF TIMER changes to an tmark and the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.

5 To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF, orclose the cover.

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4-1 Adjusting the BlackBalance and the WhiteBalance

To always obtain excellent image quality when using this camcorder,conditions may require that both the black balance and the white balancebe adjusted.

Black balance adjustmentThe black balance will require adjustment in the following cases.• When the camcorder is first used• When the camcorder is used under conditions in which the surrounding

temperature has changed greatly• When the camcorder has not been used for a long time• When the GAIN selector values have been changed by using the USER

menuIt is not usually necessary to adjust the black balance when using thecamcorder after it has been off.

White balance adjustmentAlways readjust the white balance when the lighting conditions change.

Viewfinder screen displaysIf the black balance or white balance adjustment is started, messages thatreport on the progress and results are displayed on the viewfinder screenwhen VF DISP MODE is set to 2 or 3 on the VF DISP 1 page of theUSER menu.

NoteBlack balance and white balance adjustment values that areautomatically set by the camcorder and the various settings are stored inthe camcorder memory and retained even when the power is turned off.

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Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording4-2

4-1-1 Adjusting the Black BalanceIn automatic black balance mode, adjustments are performed in thefollowing order: clamp level, black set, and black balance. Manual blackbalance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu.For detailed information on the manual black balance adjustment, refer to theMaintenance Manual.

Follow the procedure below to adjust the black balance.

1 Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM.

2 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK and release the switch.

The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment isexecuted.

AUTO W/B BAL switch

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During adjustment, the following message is displayed on theviewfinder screen.

The black balance adjustment ends in a few seconds with themessage “BLACK:OK” and the adjustment setting is automaticallystored in memory.

Notes• During the black balance adjustment, the iris is automatically closed.• During the black balance adjustment, the gain selection circuit is

automatically activated so you may see flickering on the viewfinderscreen, but this is not a fault.

The messages change inthe following sequence :-BLACK SET- →-BLACK BAL-

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If automatic black balance adjustment cannot be madeIf the black balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an errormessage will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (indisplay mode 2 or 3).Possible messages are listed below.

Black balance adjustment error messages

Error message Meaning

BLACK : NGIRIS NOT CLOSED

BLACK : NGTIME LIMIT

BLACK : NGR (or G or B) : OVERFLOW

If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the black balanceadjustment. Keep pushing the AUTO W/B BAL to BLK until BLACKSET- appears after the -BLACK BAL- appears. If the error messageoccurs again, an internal check is necessary.For information about this internal check, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

NoteIf the lens cable is not firmly connected to the lens connector, it may notbe possible to adjust the lens iris. If this happens, the black balance willbe incorrect.

The lens iris did not close; adjustment wasimpossible.

Adjustment could not be completed withinthe standard number of attempts.

The difference between the referencevalue and the current value is so great thatit exceeds the range. Adjustment wasimpossible.

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Black balance memoryValues stored in memory are held until the black balance is nextadjusted.

If a memory error occursIf the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on the viewfinderscreen when the camcorder is turned on, the black balance and whitebalance memory contents have been lost.Adjust the black balance and white balance again. Contact your Sonyrepresentative if this message continues to appear even after the blackbalance and white balance have been adjusted again.For more information, refer to “Maintenance Manual.”

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4-1-2 Adjusting the White BalanceFollow the procedure below to automatically adjust the white balance.

1 Adjust the switches as shown in the figure below.

If the setting on the GAIN selector or WHITE BAL switch ischanged, a message reporting the set position appears for about 3seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress messagedisplay area of the viewfinder screen.

GAIN switch:Set as low aspossible.

OUTPUT/DCC switch:CAM

FILTER selector

WHITE BAL switch:A or B a)

a) When WHITE SWITCH is set to MEM onthe FUNCTION 2 pageof the OPERATIONmenu

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2 Adjust the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions.

FILTER knob ND filter FILTER knob CC filter(inner) setting (outer) setting

1 Clear A Cross filter

2 1/4 ND B 3200K

3 1/16 ND C 4300K

4 1/64 ND D 6300K

If the setting of the FILTER selector is changed, a message reportingthe setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change andadjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen(in display mode 3).

3 Place a white test card under the same lighting conditions as thesubject to be shot and zoom up to it. Alternately, any white objectsuch as a cloth or a wall could be used.

The absolute minimum white area is as follows:

NoteMake sure there are not bright spots in the rectangle.

Rectangle centered on thescreen. The lengths of thesides are 70% of the lengthor the width of the screen.

The white object must bewithin the rectangle andhave an area of at least10% of the screen.

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4 Adjust the lens iris.If the lens is manually adjusted, adjust it as appropriate.If the lens has an automatic iris, set the automatic/manual switch onthe lens to automatic.

5 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release the switch.

The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is executed.

During adjustment, the message “WHITE : OP” is displayed on theviewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3).

AUTO W/B BAL switch

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The white balance adjustment ends in a second with the message“WHITE : OK”, and the adjustment setting is automatically stored in thememory (A or B) that was selected in step 1.

NoteIf the camera has a zoom lens with an automatic iris, the iris may hunt 1)

during the adjustment. To prevent this, adjust the iris gain knob (markedwith IG, IS, or S) on the lens.For more information, refer to the lens operation manual.

Approximate colortemperature of the object

....................................................................................................................................1) Hunting

Repeated brightening and darkening of an image, resulting from repeatedresponse to automatic iris control.

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If the automatic white balance adjustment cannot bemadeIf the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an errormessage will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (indisplay mode 2 or 3).Possible messages are listed below.

White balance adjustment error messages

Error message Meaning

WHITE : NGLOW LEVEL

WHITE : NGCOLOR TEMP HIGH

WHITE : NGCOLOR TEMP LOW

WHITE : NGTIME LIMIT

WHITE : NGPOOR WHITE AREA

WHITE : NGLEVEL TOO HIGH

If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the white balanceadjustment. If the error message occurs again, an internal check isnecessary.For information about this internal check, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

The white video level is too low. Either make openthe lens iris or increase the gain.

The color temperature is too high. Select a suitablefilter setting.

The color temperature is too low. Select a suitablefilter setting.

Adjustment could not be completed within thestandard number of attempts.

The white area could not be checked.

The white video level is too high. Either narrow thelens iris opening or change the ND filter.

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If you have no time to adjust the white balanceSet the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. The white balance isautomatically set to 3200 K when the FILTER selector is in position B,to C for 4300 K and to D for 6300 K.For details about setting the white balance manually, see “4-1-2 Adjusting theWhite Balance” on page 4-6.

White balance memoryValues stored in memory are held until the white balance is nextadjusted.There are two sets of white balance memories, A and B, and adjustmentsfor each of the filters can be automatically stored in the memorycorresponding to the setting (A or B) of the WHITE BAL switch. Thecamcorder has four built-in filters, so a total of eight (4 × 2) adjustmentscan be stored. The number of memories allocated each A and B can belimited to one each by setting WHT FILTER INH. to ON on theFUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu. In this case, thememory contents are not linked to the filters.When the WHITE BAL switch is set to B whereas, on the FUNCTION 2page of the OPERATION menu, “WHITE SWITCH ” is set toATW, the ATW function is activated to automatically adjust the whitebalance of the picture being shot for varying lighting conditions.

If a memory error occursIf the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on the viewfinderscreen when the camcorder is turned on, the white balance and blackbalance memory contents have been lost.Adjust the white balance and black balance again. Contact your Sonyrepresentative if this message continues to appear even after the whitebalance and black balance have been adjusted again.For more information, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

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4-2 Setting the ElectronicShutter

This section describes the shutter modes that can be used with theelectronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes the procedure forselecting the shutter speed and mode.

4-2-1 Shutter ModesThe shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter and theshutter speeds that can be selected are listed below.

Selectable shutter modes and speeds

Mode

Standard

ECS (ExtendedClear Scan)

EVS(Enhanced VerticaldefinitionSystem)

Notes• Whatever the operating mode of the electronic shutter, the sensitivity

of the CCD decreases with increasing shutter speed.• When the automatic iris is used, the iris opens wider and wider as the

shutter speed increases, thus reducing the depth of field.

Shutter speed

MSW-900: 1/100, 1/125,1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,1/2000 (sec.)MSW-900P: 1/60, 1/125,1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,1/2000 (sec.)

MSW-900: 60.1 to 7000 Hz

MSW-900P: 50.2 to 9000Hz

Shutter speed currentlyselected in the Standard orECS mode

Application

For shooting fast-movingsubjects with little blurring.

For obtaining images with nohorizontal bands of noisewhen shooting subjects suchas monitor screens.

Improved vertical resolution.However, the sensitivity anddynamic range are reduced.

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• Under artificial light, particularly fluorescent or mercury lamps, thelight intensity may appear to be constant, but the strengths of each ofthe R, G and B colors are actually changing in synchronization with thefrequency of the power supply (“flicker”). Using an electronic shutterunder such lighting could make the flicker even worse. Color flicker isparticularly likely to happen when the power supply frequency is 60 Hz(with the MSW-900) or 50 Hz (with the MSW-900P). However, if thepower frequency is 50 Hz (with the MSW-900) or 60 Hz (with theMSW-900P), setting the shutter speed to 1/100 or 1/60 can reduce thisflicker.

• When a bright object is shot in EVS mode or ECS mode in such amanner that it fills the screen, the upper edge of the picture may havepoor quality because of an inherent characteristic of CCD. Before usingEVS mode or ECS mode, check the shooting conditions.You can turn on or off the EVS mode on the SW STATUS page of thePAINT menu.

4-2-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and SpeedUse the SHUTTER selector to select a shutter mode or a standard-modeshutter speed. To set the shutter speed in ECS mode, with the SHUTTERswitch set to ON and the ECS mode selected, use the MENU knob foradjustment.You can use the SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATION menu tonarrow the range of choice in advance, or to select in advance whether ornot you use ECS.

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Setting the shutter mode and standard-mode shutterspeed

Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when thecamcorder power is turned off.

1 Follow the procedure described in “4-7-2 Selecting the DisplayItems” (page 4-67) to set to VF DISPLAY MODE to 2 or 3 from theVF DISP 1 page of the USER menu.

2 Push the SHUTTER selector from ON to SEL.

SHUTTER selector

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The current shutter setting appears for about 3 seconds in the settingchange and adjustment progress message display area of theviewfinder screen.

E.g.: SS : 1/250 or : ECS : 60.0 Hz

3 Before the message from step 2 disappears, push the SHUTTERselector to SEL again and repeat until the desired mode or speedappears.Pushing the SHUTTER selector to SEL repeatedly allows you tocycle through the settings of mode and speed preselected on the SHTENABLE page of the OPERATION menu.Note that all modes and all standard-mode speeds listed in the tableon page 4-12 are preselected using the SHT ENABLE page of theOPERATION menu.

ECS mode

Standard mode

1/100: for the MSW-9001/60: for the MSW-900P

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Setting the shutter speed in ECS modeFollow the procedure below.

1 Set the shutter speed mode to ECS.

ECS (Extended clear scan) page (factory settings)

2 Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of thecamera to increase the value, or clockwise to decrease the value,until the desired frequency appears.

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The frequency range can be changed between 60.1 and 7000 Hz(MSW-900) or between 50.2 and 9000 Hz (MSW-900P).

When the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connectedYou can set the shutter speed of ECS with the rotary encoder of theRM-B150.

Changing the range of choice of shutter mode and speedsettingsYou can reduce the time required to select the shutter mode and speed bynarrowing the choice of settings in advance. This can be done by usingthe SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATION menu.Follow the procedure below.

NoteThe settings selected on the SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATIONmenu become invalid when the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit isconnected to the camcorder.

1 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while pushing the MENUknob.

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MENU ON/OFF switchMENU knob

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2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to OPERATION.


When the OPERATION menu is first used, the CONTENTS page ofthe OPERATION menu appears.Or if you used the OPERATION menu already, the page that was onthe screen when the last OPERATION menu operation endedappears on the viewfinder screen.

4 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove t mark to SHT ENABLE, then push the MENU knob.When any page of the OPERATION menu is displayed, turn theMENU knob until the SHT ENABLE page appears, then push theMENU knob.

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The SHT ENABLE page appears, and the current settings aredisplayed on the page.

5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the mode or shutterspeed you want, then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of the selected item changes to the z markand the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

6 Turn the MENU knob until ON appears, then push the MENU knob.

The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.To set another mode or speed continuously, return to step 5.

For only the shutter speed set to ON, you can select the shutter speedusing the SHUTTER switch.

7 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.(When you close the cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch is set toOFF automatically.)


This menu is for theMSW-900. For theMSW-900P, SHUTTER1/60 is displayedinstead of SHUTTER1/100.

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4-3 Changing the ReferenceValue for Automatic IrisAdjustment

The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be changed toenable the shooting of clear pictures of back-lit subjects, or to preventwhite crush from the subject on which a spot light is turned. Thereference value for the lens iris can be set within the following rangewith respect to the standard value.• 0.5: about 0.5 stop further open• 1: about 1 stop further open• -0.5: about 0.5 stop further closed• -1: about 1 stop further closed

Also you can set the area where light detection occurs.

Changing the reference value


When the USER menu is first used, the CONTENTS of the USERmenu page appears.Or if you used the USER menu already, the page that was on thescreen when the last USER menu operation ended appears on theviewfinder screen.

2 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove t mark to AUTO IRIS, then push the MENU knob.When any page of the USER menu is displayed, turn the MENUknob until the AUTO IRIS page appears, then push the MENUknob.

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The AUTO IRIS page appears.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to IRIS OVERRIDE,then push the MENU knob.



The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.The IRIS OVERRIDE is set to ON.

5 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. Or close the cover of theMenu Operating section.

The AUTO IRIS page disappears from the viewfinder.

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6 Turn the MENU knob to change the reference value.

NoteBe sure to confirm that the shutter speed is set to any mode otherthan ECS.

The changed reference value is retained until the power of thecamcorder is turned off.Even if the reference value is changed, it reverts to the standardvalue every time the power is turned on. The reference value isnormally set to the standard value.

To open the iris by 0.5 stop:Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.One bar (s) appears in the upper part to the left of the F number inthe iris indication.

To open the iris by 1 stop:Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.Two bars (ss) appear in the upper part to the left of the F numberin the iris indication.

To close the iris by 0.5stop:Turn the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.One bar (s) appears in the lower part to the left of the F number inthe iris indication.

To close the iris by 1 stop:Turn the MENU knob further clockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.Two bars (ss) appear in the lower part to the left of the F numberin the iris indication.

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Opening or closing the lens iris

When the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connectedThe IRIS control knob of the RM-B150 can be used for lens iris setting.The bar display (s) will not appear, however.

Opening the lens irisIris opened by 1 stop(two bars)

Iris opened by 0.5 stop(one bar)

Closing the lens irisIris closed by 1 stop(two bars)

Iris closed by 0.5 stop(one bar)

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Selecting the automatic iris window

1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 and 2 described in “Changing thereference value” on page 4-20 to display the AUTO IRIS page.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to IRIS WINDOWIND, then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of IRIS WINDOW IND changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.


The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark. Thesetting is executed.The currently selected auto iris window appears on the viewfinderscreen.If it is not necessary to display the auto iris window on theviewfinder, set to OFF.

4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to IRIS WINDOW, thenpush the MENU knob.


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5 Turn the MENU knob until the desired auto iris window appears,then push the MENU knob.

Auto iris window


If you select VARIABLE, the following items become effective andyou can set the window of the desired size.Set each item to the desired size.

Item Setting

IRIS VAR WIDTH The width of the window

IRIS VAR HEIGHT The height of the window

IRIS VAR H POS. The position of the window in the horizontaldirection

IRIS VAR V POS. The position of the window in the verticaldirection

6 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. Or close the cover of theMenu Operating section.


The shaded parts in the illustrations indicate the area wherelight detection occurs.

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To reduce the influence to the auto iris due to shooting a highluminance subjectWhen shooting a high luminance subject, the auto iris closes too muchand a white crush may occur on the image. In such a case, you canreduce the influence to the auto iris by setting CLIP HIGH LIGHT toON on the AUTO IRIS page of the USER menu.Since the level exceeding a certain level is clipped, the influence to theauto iris is reduced.

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4-4 Adjusting the Audio LevelSetting the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to AUTOautomatically adjusts the input levels of the audio signal to be recordedin audio channel CH-1 or CH-2 . You can also adjust the audio levelmanually.

For the audio level of the signal to be recorded in audiochannel CH-3 or CH-4Only automatic adjustment of the audio level is available.When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch is set to CH-3/4, the audio channellevel meters display the level of the audio signals recorded in audiochannels CH-3 and CH-4. You can select the audio input signals to berecorded for audio channel CH-3 and 4 by using the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches.

Manually adjusting the audio levels of the audio inputfrom the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectorsFollow the procedure described below to adjust the audio levels of theaudio input from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors, which are to berecorded in audio channels CH-1 and CH-2.

NoteWhen 1 and 2 are not displayed under the audio channel level meters,the CH-1/2/ CH-3/4 switch is set to the CH-3/4 position. Set this switchto CH-1/2.

At the factory setting, the XLR connection automatic detection mode ofthe AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors is set to ON. In this case, start theoperation from step 2.When the XLR connection automatic detection mode is set to OFF, startthe operation from step 1.You can set the XLR connection automatic detection mode on the VTRMODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

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Manual adjustment of the audio levels of AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2

1 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch which corresponds to thechannels to be adjusted among input signals connected to AUDIOIN CH-1/CH-2 connectors to REAR.To adjust and record both of channels 1 and 2, set the both AUDIOIN CH-1 and AUDIO IN CH-2 switches to REAR.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es) corresponding to the channelselected in step 1 to MANUAL.

MIC LEVEL control

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3 Adjust the LEVEL controls corresponding to the channel selected instep 1 so that at the maximum sound level, the level meter indicates-20 dB. The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally, butdo not allow the top bar to go on. If it goes on, the audio level is toohigh.

Using the LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controlsYou can select the audio level controls to be used for adjusting the levelof the audio signals input to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors onthe VTR MODE-2 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

At the factorysetting Example 1 Example 2

Audio levelto the CH-1


Corresponding peak value

Off

These bars go on.

Normal input level

Those bars go on.

Excessive input level

LEVEL (CH-1)control

LEVEL (CH-2)control

MIC LEVELcontrol

MIC LEVELcontrol

The MIC LEVEL control islinked with LEVEL (CH-1)control

The MIC LEVEL control islinked with LEVEL (CH-2)control

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NoteWhen you select that the MIC LEVEL control is linked with the LEVEL(CH-1/CH-2) control(s), if the MIC LEVEL control is turned fullycounterclockwise to 0, the audio signal input to AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors cannot be recorded. Before adjusting the audio level using theLEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls, confirm the setting of the MIC LEVELcontrol.

Manually adjusting the audio level of the frontmicrophoneYou can adjust the audio level input from the front microphoneconnected to the MIC IN connector, which is to be recorded in audiochannels CH-1 and CH-2.

Notes• When 1 and 2 are not displayed under the audio channel level

meters, the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch is set to the CH-3/4 position. Setthis switch to CH-1/2.

• If the XLR connection automatic detection mode is set to ON, whenthe cables are connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors, thecamcorder detects the connection to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors. Thus, the AUDIO IN switch is internally reset to REARand the audio signals input to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectorsare automatically selected.Before adjusting the audio level of the front microphone, confirm thatno cables are connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors.Or set the REAR XLR AUTO to OFF on the VTR MODE 1 page ofthe MAINTENANCE menu.

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Microphone audio level manual adjustment (1)

1 Set either or both AUDIO IN switch(es) to FRONT as follows:• When using the front microphone input for both channels 1 and 2:

Set both AUDIO IN switches to FRONT.• When using the front microphone input for either channel 1 or 2:

Set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired channel to FRONT.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es) for the desired channel(s)selected in step 1 to MANUAL.

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3 Rotate the MIC LEVEL knob to adjust the audio level so that at themaximum sound level, the level meter indicates -20 dB.• The 9 bars from the bottom among 17 bars go on with the normal

input volume.• The two bar from the top may turn on occasionally, but do not

allow the top bar to go on. If it goes on, the audio level is too high.

Using the LEVEL controlsYou can select the audio level controls to be used to adjust the level ofthe audio signals input to the MIC IN connectors on the VTR MODE-2page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

At the factorysetting Example 1 Example 2



NoteWhen you select that LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) control(s) is linked with theMIC LEVEL control, if the LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) control(s) is turnedfully counterclockwise to 0, the audio signal input to AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors cannot be recorded. Before adjusting the audio levelusing the MIC LEVEL control, confirm the setting of the LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls.

LEVEL (CH-1)control

LEVEL (CH-2)control

MIC LEVELcontrol

MIC LEVELcontrol

The LEVEL (CH-1) controlis linked with MIC LEVELcontrol.

The LEVEL (CH-2) controlis linked with MIC LEVELcontrol.

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Input level of audio channels CH-3 and CH-4The levels of the audio signals recorded in audio channels CH-3 and CH-4 are automatically adjusted. You cannot adjust them manually.You can select the audio signal to be recorded in audio channels CH-3and CH-4 using the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches.Notes

• The AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches are not activated when you usethe camcorder for the first time after purchase because the camcorderhas been set at the factory so that the input signals to be recorded onaudio channels 3 and 4 are the same as the ones input to the AUDIO INCH-1/CH-2 connectors.To activate this switch, change the setting of the AUDIO CH3/4MODE item from CH1/2 to SW on the VTR MODE 1 page of theMAINTENANCE menu.

• The XLR connector automatic detection function does not affect audiosignals recorded on audio channels CH-3 and CH-4.

Audio signals to be recorded in audio channels CH-3 and CH-4

The audio signal from the front microphoneconnected to the MIC IN connector is recorded.

The audio signal input to AUDIO IN CH-1connector is recorded.

The audio signal of the wireless microphoneis recorded.

The audio signal from the front microphoneconnected to the MIC IN connector is recorded.

The audio signal input to AUDIO IN CH-2connector is recorded.

The audio signal of the wireless microphoneis recorded.

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4-5 Setting the Time Data

4-5-1 Setting the Time CodeThe time code setting range is from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23 : 59 : 59 : 29(hour : minute : second : frame).Follow the procedure below to set the time code.

Setting the time code

1 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.

RESET button

HOLD button

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2 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET.

3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.

4 Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the time code.SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the

flashing digit moves one column to the right.Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD buttonmoves the flashing digit one to the left.

ADVANCE: Increments the value of the flashing digit.Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD buttondecrements the flashing digit.

Resetting a modified numeric value to 00:00:00:00To reset a numeric value that was modified, press the RESETbutton.

5 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-RUN.F-RUN: Free run. The time code generator keeps running,

regardless of the operating state of the VTR.R-RUN: Recording run. The time code generator runs only while

recording.

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To set the drop frame mode/non-drop frame mode (only forthe MSW-900)You can select the drop frame (DF) mode or non-drop frame (NDF)mode on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu or OPERATIONmenu or on the VTR MODE 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

To make the time code continuousWhen the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to R-RUN, recording anumber of scenes on the tape normally produces continuous time codes.If, however, you take the cassette out at some point, the time code willno longer be continuous.To make the time code continuous, follow the procedure below.

1 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to REGEN.

2 Use the PLAY buttons to play back.

3 Watching the playback, find the point of the previous recording onthe tape from which you wish to continue recording, and press theSTOP button.

4 Press the RET button on the lens.

This reads the previous recording and synchronizes the internal timecode generator, thus allowing the new time code recorded to followon consecutively.

4-5-2 Saving the Actual Time in the Time CodeSetting the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to CLOCK saves theactual time in the time code.When it is necessary to set the actual time, use the TIME DATE page ofthe DIAGNOSIS menu.For details, see “4-8-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock” on page 4-110.

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4-5-3 Setting the User BitsBy setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you can record userinformation such as the date, time, or scene number on the time codetrack.Follow the procedure below to set the user bits.

Setting the user bits

1 Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA.

RESET button

HOLD button

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2 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.

3 Set the DATA DISPLAY switch to U-BIT.

4 Set the user bits by using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons.SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the

flashing digit moves one column to the right.Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD buttonmoves the flashing digit one to the left.

ADVANCE: Increments the value of the flashing digit.Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD buttondecrements the flashing digit.

Hexadecimal digits A to F are displayed as follows:

Hexadecimal A B C D E F

Display A b C d E F

Resetting a modified numeric value to 00:00:00:00To reset a numeric value that was modified, press the RESETbutton.

5 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-RUN,corresponding to the desired time code run mode.

The specified user bits will be recorded for both LTC and VITC.

To store the user bits in memoryThe user bits setting (apart from the real time) is automatically retainedin memory even when the power is turned off.

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4-5-4 Synchronizing the Time CodeYou can synchronize the internal time code generator of this camcorderwith an external generator for the regeneration of an external time code.You can also synchronize the time code generators of external VTRswith the internal generator of this camcorder.

Connections for time code synchronizationConnect both the reference video signal and the external time code asillustrated below.

Example 1: Synchronizing with an external time code

GENLOCK IN a) Reference video signal

TC IN External time code

a) Set GENLOCK to ON on the GENLOCKpage of the MAINTENANCE menu, ifGENLOCK is set to OFF.

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Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders for time codesynchronization

TEST OUT

Reference camcorder

TC OUT

TC IN

GENLOCK IN a)

TC OUT

TEST OUT

GENLOCK IN a)

TC IN

TC OUT

TEST OUT

To another camcorder to besynchronized

a) Set GENLOCK to ON on the GENLOCK page of theMAINTENANCE menu, if GENLOCK is set to OFF.

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Procedure for time code synchronizationFollow the procedure below to synchronize the time code.

Synchronizing the time code

1 Turn the POWER switch to ON.

2 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET.

3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN.

4 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.

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5 Supply the time code and reference video signals that comply withthe SMPTE time code standard and are in the proper phaserelationship to the TC IN connector and to the GENLOCK INconnector respectively.

This operation synchronizes the internal time code generator withthe external time code. After about 10 seconds, you can disconnectthe external time code without losing the synchronization. However,the synchronization will be disrupted if you connect or disconnectthe time code during recording.

Notes• When you finish the above procedure, the time code is immediately

synchronized with the external time code and the counter display willshow the value of the external time code. However, wait for a fewseconds until the sync generator stabilizes before recording.

• If the frequency of the reference video signal is not the same as theframe frequency of the camcorder, the camera cannot be correctlygenlocked. In such a case, the time code is not correctly synchronizedwith the external time code.

• When GENLOCK ON/OFF is set to OFF on the GENLOCK page ofthe MAINTENANCE menu, the time code cannot be synchronizedwith the reference video signal. In this case, set GENLOCK ON/OFFto ON on the GENLOCK page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

User bit settings during time code synchronizationWhen the time code is synchronized, only the time data is synchronizedwith the external time code value. Therefore, the user bits can have theirown settings for each camcorder. You can also synchronize the user bitswith external user bit data.For more information, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

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To release the time code synchronizationFirst disconnect the external time code, then set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUNswitch to R-RUN.

To change the power supply from the battery pack to anexternal power supply during time code synchronizationTo maintain a continuous power supply, connect the external powersupply to the DC IN connector before removing the battery pack. Youmay lose time code synchronization if you remove the battery pack first.

Camera synchronization during time code synchronizationDuring time code synchronization, the camera is genlocked to thereference video signal input from the GENLOCK IN connector.

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4-6 Menu Display on theViewfinder Screen

4-6-1 Menu ConfigurationThe following shows the configuration of menus that you can use tomake various settings and adjustments.

a) In this manual, the USER menu consisting of items and pages registered at thefactory is used.You use the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu to add or delete pages accordingto how the camcorder is being used.For details, see “4-6-3 Editing the USER Menu” on page 4-52.

b) This menu appears only when the MSDW-904 is installed.

USER MENU CUSTOMIZE sub menuALL sub menuOPERATION sub menuPAINT sub menuMAINTENANCE sub menuFILE sub menuDIAGNOSIS sub menu

OUTPUT SEL pageFUNCTION 1 pageVF DISP 1 pageVF DISP 2 page‘!’ LED pageMARKER pageGAIN SW pageVF SETTING pageAUTO IRIS pageSHOT ID pageSHOT DISP pageSET STATUS pageEXT VIDEO IN page b)

USER FILE pageLENS FILE page

USER sub menu a)

TOP menu

Just as with theUSER sub menu,each sub menu iscomposed of pages.On these pages youcan make varioussettings andadjustments. Somepages have a windowfor more settings.This manual refers tothese sub menus asthe menu.

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TOP menuThe menus of the camcorder are composed of submenus classified intocategories according to the frequency of use, purpose of use and so on.The TOP menu allows you to select the desired submenus.

To display the TOP menu screen:While holding down the MENU knob, set the MENU ON/OFF switchfrom the OFF position to the ON position.

NoteThe display of the TOP menu is inhibited according to switch settingsinside the MSW-900/900P camcorder.Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more information.

The TOP menu has the following submenus.

• USER menu:This menu contains items for making settings or changing the settingsneeded to operate the camcorder. This menu is normally displayed whenthe MENU ON/OFF switch is changed to ON.

• USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu:This menu allows you to add the desired pages or delete them to suityour needs.

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• ALL menu:This menu contains all items of the OPERATION menu, PAINT menu,MAINTENANCE menu, FILE menu and DIAGNOSIS menu.

• OPERATION menu:This menu contains items for changing settings according to conditionsrelated to the subject when the camcorder is being operated.

• PAINT menuThis menu contains items for making detailed image adjustments whileusing a waveform monitor to monitor the waveforms output by thecamera. Support of a video engineer is usually required to use this menu.Although you can also use an external remote control panel or mastersetup unit to set the items on this menu, this menu is effective whenusing the camcorder by itself outdoors.

• MAINTENANCE menuThis menu contains items for performing camera maintenanceoperations, such as changing the system or using infrequently used paintitems.

• FILE menuThis menu is for performing file operations, such as writing the referencefile.

• DIAGNOSIS menuThis menu enables you to confirm the VTR status or identify a failedcircuit board.

To return to the TOP menuThe following two methods are available:• Point the arrow (t) to TOP on the right top on each page, then press

the MENU knob.• Keep pushing the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to the ESCAPE

side until the TOP menu appears.

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4-6-2 Basic Use of the MenuWhen you open the cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch appears. If theMENU ON/OFF switch is set to ON, the USER menu is displayed on theviewfinder screen. Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.This section explains operations on the USER menu. But the operationsare the same as those on menus other than the USER menu. Also, if theoptional extension boards such as MSDW-902, MSDW-903 and/orMSDW-904 are not equipped with your camcorder, some of items on theUSER menu pages are not displayed. But the operations are the same asthose on the menus other than the USER menu.

Controls for use of the basic use of the menu

MENU ON/OFF switch

CANCEL/PRST /ESCAPE switch

MENU knob

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1 Switch the MENU ON/OFF switch from OFF to ON.

The USER menu will be displayed.

When the USER menu is first used, the CONTENTS page appears.Follow the procedure below.Or if you used the USER menu already, the page that was on thescreen when the last USER menu operation ended appears on theviewfinder screen. In this case, go to step 2.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to desired page.

Scrolls downward.

Scrolls upward.

tmark

This menu is for theMSW-900.For the MSW-900P,the DF/NDF item isnot included.

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The desired page is displayed. Start step 4.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears.


The t mark appears to the left of the item currently selected on thepage.

4 Turn the move MENU knob to move the t mark to the desireditem.

Turning the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from thefront of the camera: Moves the t mark up continuously.Turning the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front of thecamera: Moves the t mark down continuously.

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6 Turn the MENU knob to change the settings.

To increase a setting valueTurn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.

To decrease a setting valueTurn the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front of thecamera.As turning the MENU knob, the setting increases or decreases onestep by one step.If you turn the knob quickly, the numeric value changes rapidly. Ifyou turn it slowly, you can make minute adjustments.

To toggle a setting on or offTo select the ON setting, turn the MENU knob counterclockwise asseen from the front of the camera.To select the OFF setting, turn the MENU knob clockwise as seenfrom the front of the camera.

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To cancel the setting/to reset the setting to the initial settingYou can cancel the setting and reset it to its initial value (one set atthe factory, or preset value) by pushing the CANCEL/PRST /ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST before pushing the MENUknob in step 7.

When the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch is set to CANCEL/PRST, the message “CANCEL?” appears. To cancel the previoussetting, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST again.To reset the setting to the initial value, push the CANCEL/PRST /ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST a third time. The message“PRESET?” appears. To reset to the initial setting, push theCANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST once more.

The action of the CANCEL/PRST function differs for some settingitems. Some items are only affected by PRST. Check the settingprocedure for each item for more information.

To interrupt changing the settingsBy setting the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF, the menu disappearsfrom the viewfinder screen. By setting the MENU ON/OFF switchto ON again, the values that were displayed when you interruptedthe setting operations will reappear so you can continue makingsettings.


The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark. Thesetting is executed.

8 To continue setting other items in the same page, repeat steps from 4to 7.

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To move to another page

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t arrow to the page number,then push the MENU knob.Or, when the t mark is placed at a position other than the pagenumber, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to ESCAPE.

The question mark appears in front of the page number. Thecamcorder is in page selecting mode.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears.

3 Push the MENU knob when the desired page appears.

To end menu operationsYou can end menu operations using the following two methods:• Turn the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.• Close the cover of the Menu Operating Section. When you close the

cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF automatically.The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the displayindicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top andbottom of the viewfinder screen (when the viewfinder DISPLAYswitch is set to ON or the VF DISP item on the VF DISP 1 page of theUSER menu is set to ON).

For detailed information on the viewfinder display , see “4-7-2 Selecting theDisplay Items” on page 4-67.

4-6-3 Editing the USER MenuThe USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to configure a USERmenu that consists only of pages and items that you need by adding,deleting or replacing the pages. The USER 1 EDIT to USER 5 EDITpages allow you to add, delete or replace the items.

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Adding a new pageThe USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to add the new pageto the USER menu.On the USER 1 EDIT page, the items are already set at the factory.USER 2 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT pages are blank. You can register up to10 items, including a blank row, on each page.

1 While holding down the MENU knob, change the MENU ON/OFFswitch from the OFF position to the ON position.


2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER MENUCUSTOMIZE, then push the MENU knob.

When the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu is first used, theCONTENTS page appears.

Follow the procedure below.Or if you have already used the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu,the page that was on the screen when the last USER MENUCUSTOMIZE menu operation ended appears on the viewfinderscreen.

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3 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove the t mark to one of USER 2 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT, thenpush the MENU knob.When another page is displayed, turn the MENU knob until thedesired page of USER 2 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT appears, then pushthe MENU knob.

Example: When you select the USER 2 EDIT page

4 After confirming the t mark to the left of Add New Item, push theMENU knob.

The page on which you can select items to be added appears.

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5 Add the items.

1 Turn the MENU knob until the page that has the desired itemsappears, then push the MENU knob.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired item,then push the MENU knob.

The USER 2 EDIT page appears again. The newly added item isdisplayed and Add New Item is displayed under the new item.

3 Add the remaining items by repeating steps 1 and 2.You can add up to 10 items on one page. When the 10th item isregistered, Add New Item disappears.

Deleting items from a pageYou can delete items from USER 1 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT pages.

1 Open the page of the USER 1 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT pages fromwhich you want to delete items. Turn the MENU knob to move thet mark to the item to be deleted.

2 Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST.

The message “DELETE ITEM OK?” appears.

3 Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRSTagain.

The item is deleted.

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Replacing items on the pageYou can replace the items on the page of USER 1 EDIT to USER 5EDIT pages.

1 Open the page of the USER 1 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT pages onwhich you want to replace items. Turn the MENU knob to move thet mark to the item to be replaced, then push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of the selected item changes to the z mark.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the position whereyou want to move the item, then push the MENU knob.

The item selected in step 1 move to the position that you selected instep 2.In the above example, MASTER BLACK is moved to the top andother items are moved down one at a time.

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Inserting a blank rowTurn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the position where youwant to insert a blank row, and keep pushing the MENU knob for about1.5 seconds.A blank row is inserted.

In the above example, a blank row is inserted between MASTERBLACK and WHITE CH.

NoteYou cannot insert a blank row on a page where 10 items have alreadybeen registered.

Keep pushingthe MENU knobfor about 1.5seconds.

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Adding/deleting/replacing pagesYou can add a new page to the USER menu, delete a page from theUSER menu or replace pages, using the EDIT PAGE of the USERMENU CUSTOMIZE menu.

To add a page

1 While holding down the MENU knob, set the MENU ON/OFFswitch from the OFF position to the ON position.


2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER MENUCUSTOMIZE, then push the MENU knob.

When the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu is first used, theCONTENTS page appears. Follow the procedure below.Or if you have already used the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu,the page that was on the screen when the last USER MENUCUSTOMIZE menu operation ended appears on the viewfinderscreen.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to EDIT PAGE, thenpush the MENU knob, when the CONTENTS page is displayed.When another page is displayed, turn the MENU knob until theEDIT PAGE appears, then push the MENU knob.

The EDIT PAGE appears.

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4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to Add New Page, thenpush the MENU knob.

The REMAIN PAGE where you can select the page to be addedappears.

5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired page, thenpush the MENU knob.

The selected page is added to the last page of the USER menu.

To cancel adding a pageBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 5, turn the MENU knob to movethe t mark to ESC at the right top of the screen, then push the MENUknob.The EDIT PAGE appears again.

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To delete a page

1 Open the EDIT PAGE of the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu.Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the page to bedeleted.

2 Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST.

The message “DELETE PAGE OK?” appears.

3 Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRSTagain.

In the above example, the VF DISP 2 page is deleted.

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To move a page

1 Open the EDIT PAGE of the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu.Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the page that youwant to move.

The t mark to the left of the selected page changes to the z mark.The message “PUSH TO PAGE INSERT” appears at the right top ofthe screen.

2 Turn MENU knob to move the t mark to the position where youwant to move the page selected in step 1.

In the above example, USER 1 is inserted in the 04 position, and the‘!’ LED page and pages after that move down one at a time after theoperation in the following step 3 is completed.


The page selected in step 1 is moved to the position selected in step2.

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4-7 Status Display on theViewfinder Screen

The viewfinder screen displays not only the video picture but alsocharacters and messages indicating the camcorder settings and operatingstatus, a center marker, a safety zone marker, etc.When the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF and the DISPLAYswitch is set to ON, the items for which an “ON” setting was made in theVF DISP1 page of the USER menu or with related switches aredisplayed at the top and bottom of the screen. The messages that givedetails of the settings and adjustment progress and results can also bemade to appear for about 3 seconds while settings are being changed,during adjustment, and after adjustment.For information about the display item selection, see “4-7-2 Selecting the DisplayItems” on page 4-67. For information about setting change and adjustmentprogress messages, see “4-7-3 Display Mode and Setting Change and AdjustmentProgress Messages” on page 4-70. For information about marker display, see “4-7-4 Setting the Marker Display” on page 4-72.

4-7-1 Layout of the Status Display on theViewfinder Screen

All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen are shownbelow.

6, qj, qk, ql and wa appearonly when color bars aredisplayed.

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1 ExtenderEX is displayed when a lens extender is used.

2 Zoom position indicator 1)

This indicator indicates the approximate position of the variator 2) of thezoom lens, between wide angle and telephoto.

3 Color temperatureThis shows the currently selected color temperature.

4 UHF wireless microphone reception levelThis shows reception level of the wireless microphone when the UHFwireless microphone is attached, using four x which appear at the rightof “W”. When four x are lit, the receiving condition is good.

5 DC IN/battery indicatorThis shows the battery voltage of an internal battery pack or an externalbattery connected to the DC IN connector.When the power is supplied from an external battery pack connected tothe DC IN connector, DC IN appears.When the DISP VOLT item is set to OFF on the VF DISP 2 page of theUSER menu, the battery indicator does not appear, except when theAnton Bauer battery or BP-M50/M100 battery pack is used. Theremaining battery capacity of those batteries is automatically detectedand the battery indicator shows the detected remaining battery capacityas a percentage even when the DISP VOLT item is set to OFF. Itchanges in units of 10 %. Until the remaining battery capacity is reducedto 40 %, the indicators MAX, 90 %, 80 %...40 % are displayed for threeseconds on the viewfinder each time the remaining battery capacityreduces by 10 %. When the remaining battery capacity is less than 40 %,this battery indicator is displayed all the time. When the remaining....................................................................................................................................

1) Zoom position indicatorThis indicator appears only when you use a lens that has a zoom position displayfunction.

2) VariatorA group of lenses that are moved to adjust the focal length.

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battery capacity is less than 10 % a), the battery indicator blinks. Whenthe remaining battery capacity is reduced further, the LOW indicatorblinks.

a) This value can be set to either 10 % or 20 % on the FUNCTION 2 page of theOPERATION menu.

6 16:9 mode recording indicatorThis indicates recording in the 16:9 mode. This indicator is recordedtogether with the color bars.

7 Setting change and adjustment progress message display areaFor detailed information, see “4-7-3 Display Mode and Setting Changeand Adjustment Progress Message” on page 4-70.

8 Operation/error message display areaFor detailed information, see “Operation/error messages” on page 6-16.

9 Iris setting/auto iris overrideThis indicator indicates the f-stop (iris setting) of the lens.Also, the auto iris override is displayed using bars which appear in theupper and lower parts to the left of the F number respectively.For details, see “4-3 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment”on page 4-20.

0 Remaining tapeThis indicator indicates the remaining tape recording time (in minutes) ofthe VTR.

Example of remaining tape indicator

Display Tape time remaining

F - 30 Full to 30 minutes

30 - 25 30 to 25 minutes

25 - 20 25 to 20 minutes

20 - 15 20 to 15 minutes

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Display Tape time remaining

15 - 10 15 to 10 minutes

10 - 5 10 to 5 minutes

5 - 0 5 to 2 minutes

5 - 0 (flashing) Less than 2 minutes

qa Audio levelThese indicators indicate the level of audio channel 1 and channel 2. Thepeak indication of the VTR level meter is related as follows to the audiolevel when an 1-kHz sine wave is input.

qs Shutter speedThis indicator indicates the shutter speed or the shutter mode. However,if the SHUTTER switch is set to OFF, nothing is displayed.1/100 (MSW-900) or 1/60 (MSW-900P), 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,1/2000: Shutter speed (in seconds) in standard modeECS: ECS modeEVS: EVS mode

qd GainIndicates the gain of the video amplifier, as set by the GAIN selector.When GAIN ISO MODE is set to OFF on the GAIN SW page of theUSER menu, the gain of the video amplifier is indicated in dB and whenGAIN ISO MODE is set to ON, it is indicated as ISO number.

VTR level meterindicator

Audio channel 1 levelindicatorAudio channel 2 levelindicator

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qf White balance memoryThis indicator indicates the currently selected white balance automaticadjustment memory.A: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to A.B: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to B.P: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST or when the

preset button on the RM-B150 has been pushed.T: ATW is being used.

qg FilterThis indicator indicates the currently selected filter types.

qh Time code indicatorThis indicates the time code, user bits or other information selected bythe DISPLAY switch and DATA DISPLAY switch settings.For more information, see “Relationships between the DISPLAY switch and DATADISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displays” on page 2-45.

qj ID number indicatorThis indicates the ID number selected from ID 1 to ID 4. This indicatoris recorded together with the color bars.

qk Date and time indicatorThis shows the date and time of recording. This indicator is recordedtogether with the color bars.

ql Model name and serial number indicatorThis displays the model name and serial number of the camcorder. Thisindicator is recorded together with the color bars.

w; 16:9 mode indicatorThis indicates the 16:9 mode.

wa * indicatorThis blinks when the color bars are displayed and is recorded togetherwith the color bars.

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4-7-2 Selecting the Display ItemsTo select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen from the VFDISP 1 and VF DISP 2 pages of the USER menu, turn on or off theindication next to each item.

Follow the procedure below to select the items to be displayed on theviewfinder screen.


The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation endedappears on the viewfinder screen.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the VF DISP 1 or VF DISP 2 pageappears, and push the MENU knob.



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The VF DISPLAY page appears.The current settings of items appear to the right of each item.

You can select the following items to be displayed on the viewfinderscreen on the VF DISP 1 or VF DISP 2 page.

VF DISP 1 page

Item Contents

VF DISP ON or OFF of the viewfinder display a)

VF DISPLAY MODE Selecting the display mode b)

DISP EXTENDER Extender indicator

DISP FILTER Types of the ND filter

DISP WHITE White balance memory indicator

DISP GAIN Gain indicator

DISP SHUTTER Shutter speed and ECS mode indicator

DISP AUDIO Audio level indicator

DISP TAPE Remaining tape indicator

DISP IRIS Iris opening indicator

a) The viewfinder display can be also turned on or off by using the DISPLAYswitch on the viewfinder.

b) For detailed information on the display mode, see “4-7-3 Display Modeand Setting Change and Adjustment Progress Messages” on page 4-70.

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VF DISP 2 page

Item Contents

DISP ZOOM Zoom position indicator

DISP COLOR TEMP. Displays the color temperature.

DISP VOLT a) Displays the battery voltage of an internalbattery pack or an external battery connectedto the DC IN connector.

DISP DC IN Displayed when the power is supplied from anexternal battery connected to the DC INconnector.

DISP 16:9 ID Displays the 16:9 mode indicator.

DISP WRR RF LVL Displays the reception level of the wirelessmicrophone.

DISP TIME CODE Displays the time code.

a) When an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System or the BP-M50/M100battery pack is used, the remaining battery capacity of those batteryt isdisplayed as a percentage when DISP VOLT is set to OFF.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want toset, and push the MENU knob.


4 Turn the MENU knob whether the selected item should appear inthe viewfinder display (the “ON” setting), or not appear (the “OFF”setting), and push the MENU knob.


Note that pushing the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch toCANCEL/PRST on this page has no effect.

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5 To turn the setting of another item ON or OFF, repeat steps 3 and 4.


4-7-3 Display Mode and Setting Change andAdjustment Progress Messages

You can limit or suppress the messages that give details of settingchanges and adjustment progress and results by setting a display mode.The conditions under which messages are displayed and theircorrespondence with the display mode are as follows:

Setting change and adjustment progress messages and display modesY: Message is displayed.N: Message is not displayed.

Messagedisplay condition

When the filter selectionhas been changed

When the gain setting hasbeen changed

When the setting of theWHITE BAL switch hasbeen changed

When the OUTPUT/DCCselector has been set toDCC ON or OFF

Message

ND : n, CC : m (where n = 1, 2,3, 4, m = A, B, C, D)

GAIN : n (where n = –3dB, 0dB,3dB, 6dB, 9dB,12dB, 18dB,24dB, 30dB, 36dB, 42dB, 48dB)

WHITE : n (where n = A CH, BCH, PRESET) or ATW : RUN

DCC : ON (or OFF)

Display modesetting1 2 3

N N Y

N N Y

N N Y

N Y Y

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Messagedisplay condition

When the shutter speedand mode setting has beenchanged a)

When the black or whitebalance has been adjusted

a) This is also displayed for about 3 seconds when the SHUTTER selector is set toON.

Changing the display modeThe currently set display mode appears on the VF DISP 1 page of theUSER menu. Follow the procedure below to change it.

1 Follow steps 1 to 2 in “4-7-2 Selecting the Display Items” on page4-67, until the VF DISP 1 page of the USER menu is on theviewfinder screen.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to VF DISPLAYMODE, and push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of VF DISPLAY MODE changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

Message

: SS : 1/100 (MSW-900) or 1/60(MSW-900P) (or 1/125, 1/250,1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,ECS, EVS)

E.g. WHITE : OK

For more information, seeSection “4-1 Adjusting the BlackBalance and the White Balance”(page 4-1).

Display modesetting1 2 3

N Y Y

N Y Y

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3 Turn the MENU knob until the desired display mode appears, andpush the MENU knob.

The z mark to the left of VF DISPLAY MODE changes to the tmark and the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the z mark.


4-7-4 Setting the Marker DisplayUse the MARKER page of the USER menu to switch the display of thecenter and safety zone markers on or off and to select whether the areaindicated by the safety zone marker is 80%, 90% or 100% of the screenarea.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the MARKER page appears, and pushthe MENU knob.



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The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

You can select displaying or not-displaying for the following item.

Item Contents

MARKER Not to display all markers, set to OFF.

CENTER To display the center marker, set to ON.

SAFETY ZONE To display the safety zone, set to ON.

SAFETY AREA To select the safety zone range (80%, 90%,92.5 % or 95 %), when SAFETY ZONE is setto ON.

ASPECT To display the aspect marker, set to ON.

ASPECT SELECT To select the type of the aspect marker.

ASPECT MASK (4:3)a) To make the areas out of the selected aspectmarker dimmer, set to ON.

ASPECT MASK LVL To set the mask level (1/2, 1/4 or 1/8), whenthe ASPECT MASK is set to ON.

100 % MARKER To display the effective pixel area, set to ON.

a) The ASPECT MASK item is for processing the signal to be output to theviewfinder.When R, G, or B is selected for the TEST OUT item from themenu, the same video signal is output to the viewfinder and the TEST OUTconnector.Thus, when the ASPECT MASK (4:3) item is set to ON with R/G/B selected, the masked video signal is output to the TEST OUTconnector. (Continued)

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3 Perform the settings for each item.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item youwant to set, and push MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of the selected item changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ?mark.

2 Turn the MENU knob to change the desired setting, and pushthe MENU knob.

The z mark to the left of the selected item changes to the tmark and the ? mark to the left of the setting changes to the zmark.

4 To continue setting other items, repeat step 3.



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4-7-5 Setting the ViewfinderUse the VF SETTING page of the USER menu to select items related tothe viewfinder.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the VF SETTING page appears, andpush the MENU knob.



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The VF SETTING page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

Item Content

ZEBRA a) Turns the zebra display on or off.

ZEBRA SELECT Selects ZEBRA 1, ZEBRA 2 or BOTH.

ZEBRA 1 DET. LVL Adjusts the level of the zebra 1 (70%) display.

ZEBRA 1 APT. LVL Adjusts the aperture level of the zebra 1display. (1 to 10 to 20)

ZEBRA 2 DET. LVL Adjusts the level of the zebra 2 (100%)display.

VF DETAIL LEVEL Adjusts the sharpness in the viewfinder (-99 to0 to 99). b)

Turns the VF detail function on or off andadjusts the level.

a) When you use the viewfinder which is not equipped with the ZEBRAswitch, turns the display on or off using this item. When you use theviewfinder with the ZEBRA switch, the latest operation between theZEBRA switch and this menu operation is effective.

b) The sharpness setting in the viewfinder does not affect the recorded image.

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want toset, and push MENU knob.


4 Turn the MENU knob to change the desired setting, and push theMENU knob.


5 To continue setting other items, repeat steps 3 and 4.



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4-7-6 Recording Superimposed Shot Data inColor Bars

In the SHOT DISP page of the USER menu, you can select which shotdata is recorded superimposed on the color bars. You can also selectwhich of the shot IDs (1 to 4) set in the SHOT DATE page is recordedsuperimposed on the picture.Use the following procedure.

Selecting the shot data for superimposed recording



2 Turn the MENU knob until the SHOT DISP page appears, and pushthe MENU knob.



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The SHOT DISP page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

Item Content

SHOT DATE Selects whether or not the shot data issuperimposed (ON or OFF).

SHOT TIME Selects whether or not shot time is superimposed(ON or OFF).

SHOT MODEL Selects whether or not the model name isNAME superimposed (ON or OFF).

SHOT SERIAL Selects whether or not the serial number isNO. superimposed (ON or OFF).

SHOT ID SEL a) Selects whether or not the shot ID set in the SHOTID page is superimposed (1 to 4 or OFF).

SHOT 16:9 ID Selects whether or not the 16:9 mode indicator issuperimposed (ON or OFF).

SHOT BLINK Selects whether or not the blinking * isCHARA superimposed (ON or OFF).

a) To carry out superimposed recording, select the SHOT ID number (1 to 4).Not to carry out superimposed recording, select OFF.

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4 Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to record the selecteditem superimposed on the picture, and push the MENU knob.


5 To continue setting other items, repeat steps 3 and 4.


To carry out superimposed recordingTo actually record the items selected for superimposed recording in theSHOT DISP page, set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to BARS, DCC OFF.The items selected for superimposed recording appear in the viewfinderscreen and are recorded superimposed on the picture.

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4-7-7 Setting the Shot IDIn the SHOT ID page of the USER menu, you can set a shot ID of up to12 alphanumeric characters, spaces, and symbols.When the OUTPUT/DCC switch is set to BARS, DCC OFF, this shot IDis output with the color bar signal. The shot ID comprises ID1 to ID4,and the setting can be changed using the SHOT DISP page of the USERmenu. You can select the SHOT ID to be recorded superimposed on thecolor bars on the SHOT DISP page.

NoteWhen the menu is displayed, the shot ID is not displayed even if thecolor bar signal is output.

Follow the procedure below to set the shot ID.

Setting the shot ID



MENU ON/OFF switchMENU knob


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2 Turn the MENU knob until the SHOT ID page appears, and push theMENU knob.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the ID (one of ID-1to ID-4) you want to set, and push MENU knob.

The window for entering the shot ID appears.The r mark appears over the top of the character on the characterentry row. You can now enter the characters (character settingmode).

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4 Enter or change the shot ID.

When you enter the shot ID first, go to step 2.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the r mark to the characterwhich you want to change, then push the MENU knob.

The r mark changes to the ? mark and the character tableappears.The r mark moves to the character table.

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2 Turn the MENU knob until the r mark moves to the characterposition that you want to select, then push the MENU knob.

Example: To change the “S” to “D”

Move the r markto D.D appears underthe ? mark.

Push the MENUknob.The ? markchanges to the rmark.

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To enter a spaceMove the r mark over the INS, then push the MENU knob. Thespace is entered in the position under the ? mark on the characterentry row.When there is a character under the ? mark, the space is entered inthat position, and that and subsequent characters move to the rightone at a time.

Move the r mark over RET, then push the MENU knob. The ? markover the space on the character entry row changes to the r mark.

Move the r mark overINS.

Space

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Push the MENUknob.

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To delete a characterMove the r mark over DEL, then push the MENU knob. Thecharacter under the ? mark is deleted and the subsequent charactersmove to the left one at a time.

To finish deleting the characterMove the r mark over RET, then push the MENU knob. The ? markon the character entry row changes to the r mark.

5 Repeat step 4 to enter remaining characters.

6 When you finish entering characters, turn the MENU knob to movethe r mark over END, then push the MENU knob.

The character setting mode is cleared and the SHOT ID pageappears.

To cancel entering or changing shot IDBefore performing step 6 operation, move the t mark to ESC at topright of the window, then push the MENU knob.Or, before performing step 6 operation, set the CANCEL/PRST /ESCAPE switch to ESCAPE.All changes or entered characters are discarded and the SHOT ID pageappears.

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4-7-8 Displaying the Status ConfirmationWindows

You can confirm the settings or status of the camcorder on theviewfinder screen by displaying the following windows.• ABNORMAL <!> window• FUNCTION window• AUDIO STATUS window• GPS window (only when an HKDW-704 GPS UNIT is attached)

For detailed information on the GPS window, refer to the OPERATIONMANUAL supplied with the HKDW-704.

ABNORMAL <!> window

This window allows you to confirm why the (warning) indicator lights.You can use the ‘!’ LED page of the USER menu to set whether or notthe (warning) indicator lights.

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FUNCTION window

This window allows you to confirm the assigned function of theASSIGN 1/2 switches, ON/OFF of the Loop Rec function, ON/OFF ofthe output of the VIDEO OUT connector.

AUDIO STATUS window

This window allows you to confirm the following items related to audio.• ON/OFF of EMPHASIS and setting condition of DF/NDF (only for the

MSW-900)• Type of input signal to audio channels CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4• Input level of audio channels CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4

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Display/don’t display status confirmation windowsYou can use the SET STATUS page of the USER menu to set whether ornot the status confirmation windows are displayed.

To display the status confirmation windowsYou can use the MENU CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch as theSTATUS ON/SEL / OFF switch when the MENU ON/OFF switch is setto OFF (when the cover is closed, OFF is automatically selected).

To disappear the window promptlyafter displaying the window, push thisswitch down to OFF.

By pushing the STATUS ON/SEL / OFFswitch up to ON/SEL, the confirmationwindow appears.Each time you push this switch up toON/SEL, the window switches. After10 seconds, the window disappearsautomatically.

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To disable display of the status confirmation windows



2 Turn the MENU knob until the SET STATUS page appears, andpush the MENU knob.

The SET STATUS page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

Item Content

ABNORMAL Selects whether or not the ABNORMAL window isdisplayed (ON or OFF).

FUNCTION Selects whether or not the FUNCTION window isdisplayed (ON or OFF).

STATUS AUDIO Selects whether or not the STATUS AUDIO windowis displayed (ON or OFF).

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4 Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to display the selectedwindow, then push the MENU knob.


5 To continue setting other windows, repeat steps 3 and 4.


4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return VideoSignal on the Viewfinder

You can set whether or not the image of the return video signal input tothe GENLOCK IN connector is displayed on the viewfinder, using theGENLOCK page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

1 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while pushing the MENUknob.


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2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to MAINTENANCE,then push the MENU knob.

When the MAINTENANCE menu is first used, the CONTENTSpage appears.Or if you used the MAINTENANCE menu already, the page thatwas on the screen when the last MAINTENANCE menu operationended appears on the viewfinder screen.

3 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob tomove t mark to GENLOCK, then push the MENU knob.When any page of the MAINTENANCE menu is displayed, turn theMENU knob until the GENLOCK page appears, then push theMENU knob.

The GENLOCK page appears, and the current settings are displayedon the page.

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4 Perform the following setting.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to GENLOCK, andpush the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of GENLOCK changes to the z markand the z mark to the left of GENLOCK setting changes to the? mark.

2 Turn the MENU knob until OFF appears, then push the MENUknob.

The z mark to the left of GENLOCK changes to the t markand the ? mark to the left of GENLOCK setting changes to thez mark.And the setting is executed.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to RETURNVIDEO, and push the MENU knob.

The t mark changes to the z mark and the t mark changesto the ? mark.

4 Turn the MENU knob until ON appears, then push the MENUknob.

The z mark changes to the t mark and the ? mark changes tothe z mark.And the setting is executed.

5 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.

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To see the image of the return video signal on the viewfinderscreenPress the RET switch on the lens. The image of the return video signalinput to the GENLOCK IN connector is displayed on the viewfinderscreen while you are pressing the RET switch on the lens.

When the RETURN VIDEO function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1switch, you can see the image of the return video signal on theviewfinder screen while you are pressing the ASSIGN 1 switch even ifRETURN VIDEO is set to OFF on the GENLOCK page of theMAINTENANCE menu.

NoteWhen any signal is not input to the GENLOCK IN connector, the imageis not changed even if you press the RET switch on the lens.However, the image is switched while you are pressing the ASSIGN 1switch to which the RETURN VIDEO function is assigned, even if anysignal is not input to the GENLOCK IN connector.

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4-8 Adjustments and Settingsfrom Menus

The camcorder provides menus for adjustments and settings.

4-8-1 Setting the GAIN Selector ValuesBefore using the camcorder, use the GAIN SW page of the USER menuto set the gains corresponding to the L, M, and H positions of the GAINselector, which switches the gain of the video amplifier.

Follow the procedure below to set the gain.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the GAIN SW page appears, and pushthe MENU knob.

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The GAIN SW page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

Item Content

GAIN LOW Sets the gain value corresponding to the L positionof the GAIN selector.

GAIN MID Sets the gain value corresponding to the M positionof the GAIN selector.

GAIN HIGH Sets the gain value corresponding to the H positionof the GAIN selector.

GAIN TURBO Sets the gain value corresponding to TURBO GAINbutton selection.

TURBO OFF: When you operate the GAIN switch afterSW IND pressing the TURBO GAIN button once, the

video gain is changed according to the GAIN switchoperation.

ON: When the video gain is boosted to the videogain to the value preset by pressing the TURBOGAIN button once, the video gain is not changedeven if you operate the GAIN switch if you do notpress the TURBO GAIN button once more.

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Any of –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 or 48 dB can be set foreach of the L, M, and H positions, in any sequence.

For TURBO, any of –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 or 48 dBcan be selected.To change the gain corresponding to another switch position, returnto step 3.


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4-8-2 Selecting the Output SignalsThe OUTPUT SEL page of the USER menu allows you to set whether ornot the video signal is output from the VIDEO OUT connector. You canalso select the type of video signals from the VIDEO OUT connector(when the MSDW-902 (not supplied) is installed).

Follow the procedure below to select the output signal.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the OUTPUT SEL page appears, andpush the MENU knob.

The OUTPUT SEL page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

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Item Content

REAR BNC OUT SEL Selects the type of the video signal to beoutput from the VIDEO OUT connector.

SDI a): Outputs the SDI signal. When SDI isselected, connect the VIDEO OUTconnector to the SDI IN connector of thevideo monitor.

VBS: Outputs the analog composite videosignal. When VBS is selected, connector theVIDEO OUT connector to the VIDEO INconnector of the video monitor.

OFF: This allows you to save the power.

a) When the MSDW-902 (not supplied) is not installed, thisselection is not effective.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to REAR BNC OUTSEL, and push the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of REAR BNC OUT SEL changes to the zmark and the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.




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4-8-3 Setting the Color Temperature ManuallyYou can adjust the value of the white balance manually by setting thecolor temperature.The WHITE page of the PAINT menu allows you to do this setting.

1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirmingthe Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the WHITE page of the PAINT menu.

The WHITE page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

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Item Content

COLOR TEMP <A> Sets the color temperature for the desired value.Adjust the value while looking at the real imagebecause error tends to be bigger for adjustmentof high color temperature.

COLOR FINE <A> Adjusts the value more precisely when the colortemperature adjustment through COLOR TEMPis not satisfactory.

R GAIN <A> Only the value of R GAIN is changed.

B GAIN <A> Only the value of B GAIN is changed.

The above table shows the adjustment of the white balance ofchannel A.The items to which is attached are used to adjust the whitebalance of channel B.





4 To continue another setting, repeat steps 2 and 3.


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4-8-4 Specifying an Offset for the Auto WhiteBalance Setting

By setting an offset for the value of auto white balance, you can makethe picture warmer or colder.The OFFSET WHT page of the OPERATION menu allows you to dothis setting.

1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirmingthe Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the OFFSET WHT page of the OPERATION menu.

The OFFSET WHT page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

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Item Content

OFFSET WHITE <A> Turns the setting of the offset for channel AON or OFF. ON: Adds the offset adjusted onthis page to the white balance.

WARM-COOL <A> Sets the offset for the white balance ofchannel A, using the color temperature.Adjust the value while looking at the realimage because error tends to be bigger foradjustment of high color temperature.

COLOR FINE <A> Adjusts the value more precisely if theadjustment by WARM-COOL <A> is notsatisfactory.

OFFSET WHITE Turns the setting of the offset for channel BON or OFF. ON: Adds the offset adjusted onthis page to the white balance.

WARM-COOL Sets the offset for the white balance ofchannel B, using the color temperature.Adjust the value while looking at the realimage because error tends to be bigger foradjustment of high color temperature.

COLOR FINE Adjusts the value more precisely if theadjustment by WARM-COOL is notsatisfactory.

2 Set the WHITE BAL switch to the position corresponding to thedesired channel (A or B).

NoteIf the WHITE BAL switch is not set to A or B when you operate thecamcorder, the adjustment value will not be reflected in the outputsignal.

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To continue another setting, repeat steps 3 and 4.To continue the settings of the other white balance channel, go backto step 2.


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4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2Switches

You can assign the desired function to ASSIGN 1 and 2 switches.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page appears, andpush the MENU knob.

The FUNCTION 1 page appears.The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item.

Item Content

ASSIGN SW 1 Assigns the function to ASSIGN 1 (push-type) switch.

ASSIGN SW 2 Assigns the function to ASSIGN 2 (slide-type) switch.

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to either ASSIGN SW 1or 2 to which you want to assign the function, and push MENUknob.

The ASSIGN <1> or <2> SEL window corresponding to theselected switch appears.

ASSIGN <1> SEL window

ASSIGN <2> SEL window

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Functions to be assigned to the ASSIGN 1 (push-type) switch

Function Content

OFF Disables the switch.

LOOP REC ON/OFF a) Assigns the Loop Rec mode ON or OFFfunction.

TEST OUT CHARACTER Assigns the function to switch whether ornot the characters are mixed to the videosignal to be output from the TEST OUTconnector.

MARKER ON/OFF Assigns the ON/OFF function to display allmarkers.b)

RE-TAKE Assigns the RE-TAKE function to theswitch.

ATW Assigns the ON/OFF function of auto-tracing white balance.

RETURN VIDEO Assigns the ON/OFF function to display theimage of the return video signal on theviewfinder to the switch.C)

LENS RET Assigns the same function as that of theRET switch on the lens to the switch.

REC SWITCH Assigns the VTR S/S (start/stop) functionto the switch.

TURBO SWITCH Assigns the turbo gain function to theswitch.

ZEBRA ON/OFF Assigns the zebra pattern display functionto the switch.

a) When the MSDW-903 is not installed, this item does not appear since thisfunction is not effective.

b) Even when MARKER is set to OFF on the MARKER page of the USERmenu, the ASSIGN 1 switch allows you to display or not to display allmarkers.

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c) Even if RETURN VIDEO is set to OFF on the GENLOCK page of theMAINTENANCE menu, you can use this switch to display the image ofthe return video signal on the viewfinder.

Functions to be assigned to the ASSIGN 2 (slide-type) switch

Function Content

OFF Disables the switch.

LOOP REC ON/OFFa) Assigns the Loop Rec mode ON or OFFfunction.

TEST OUT CHARACTER Assigns the function to switch whether ornot the characters are mixed to the videosignal to be output from the TEST OUTconnector.

MARKER ON/OFF Assigns the ON/OFF function to display allmarkers.b)

REC VIDEO SOURCE c) Selects which signals you will recordpictures being shot by the camcorder orvideo signals from external equipmentconnected to GENLOCK IN connector.

ZEBRA ON/OFF Assigns the zebra pattern display functionto the switch.

a) When the MSDW-903 is not installed, this item does not appear since thisfunction is not effective.

b) Even when MARKER is set to OFF on the MARKER page of the USERmenu, the ASSIGN 2 switch allows you to display or not to display allmarkers.

c) When the MSDW-904 is not installed, this item does not appears since thisfunction is not effective.

NoteFor functions that are assigned to the ASSIGN 2 switch, you cannotchange those settings using other menus. The function assigned toASSIGN 2 switch takes precedence over the menu setting.

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6 To continue another setting, repeat steps 3 and 4.

To return to the FUNCTION 1 pageTurn the MENU knob to move the t mark to ESC on the right top ofthe window and push the MENU knob.Or push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch down to the ESCAPEside.

To end menu operationsSet the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.

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4-8-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal ClockYou can set or change the date and time of the internal clock. The dateand time set are stored in the time code.

1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirmingthe Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the TIME/DATE page of the DIAGNOSIS menu.

The t mark is placed at ADJUST.

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The TIME ADJUST setting window appears.

Item Contents

HOUR Sets the hour value.

MIN Sets the minutes value.

SEC Sets the seconds value.

YEAR Sets the year.

MONTH Sets the month.

DAY Sets the day.



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4 Turn the MENU knob to display the desired value, and push theMENU knob.


5 To continue the remaining settings, repeat steps 3 and 4.

6 When you finish settings, turn the MENU knob to move the tmark to OK, then push the MENU knob.

The internal clock is set with the date and time set in steps 3 to 5.The TIME/DATE page of the DIAGNOSIS menu appears again.The time set on the TIME ADJUST setting window is displayed.

To cancel the settingBefore performing the operation in step 6, move the t mark to ESC onthe right top of the window and push the MENU knob.Or push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch down to the ESCAPEside.All settings or changes are discarded and the TIME/DATE page of theDIAGNOSIS menu appears.

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4-8-7 Selecting the Lens FileThe LENS FILE page of the USER menu allows you to change the lensfile according to the lens in use.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the LENS FILE page appears, and pushthe MENU knob.

The LENS FILE page appears.The name and the f-stop (iris setting) of the lens currently selectedappears.

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LENS FILESELECT, and push MENU knob.


4 Turn the MENU knob until the lens file No. in use appears, and pushthe MENU knob.

The z mark changes to the t mark and the ? mark to the left of thelens No. changes to the z mark.

The selected lens file is loaded.

Not to use the lens file:Select OFF.


4-8-8 Selecting the Aspect RatioThe FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu allows you to select theaspect ratio of the video output signal.

NoteWhen the CA-701/702/702P camera adaptor is used with the camcorder,this function is not available. To select the aspect ratio, disconnect theCA-701/702/702P camera adaptor from the camcorder or turn off thepower of the CA-701/702/702P camera adaptor.

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1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirmingthe Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to 16:9/4:3 SELECT,and push MENU knob.


3 Turn the MENU knob to display the desired aspect ratio, and pushthe MENU knob.

The z mark changes to the t mark and the ? mark to the left of theaspect ratio changes to the z mark.


To display the aspect ratio of 16:9 on the viewfinderBy setting the DISP 16:9 ID on the VF DISP 2 page of the USER menuto ON, “16:9” appears on the viewfinder when the aspect ratio of 16:9 isselected.For detailed information, see “4-7-2 Selecting the Display Items” on page 4-67.

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To display “16:9” in color barsBy setting the SHOT 16:9 ID on the SHOT DISP page of the USERmenu to ON, you can record a 16:9 mode indicator superimposed incolor bars.

16:9 indicator on the color bar display

For detailed information, “4-7-6 Recording Superimposed Shot Data in ColorBars” on page 4-78.

COLOR BAR (SMPTE type)

COLOR BAR (EBU type)

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4-8-9 Setting the CCD Scan ModeSince the camcorder has a CCD that uses an “all pixels read-outmethod,” a progressive scan mode is also available in addition to theconventional interlace scan mode.You can select either of the following modes using the FORMAT pageof the OPERATION menu.• I (Interlace scan) mode• PsF (progressive scan) modeEach mode is described below using timing charts.

I (interlace scan) mode

Interlace scan mode timing chart

The video signal of an odd scanning line and that of an even scanningline are output from the CCD alternately. Thus, the timing of the odd-field video signal and even-field video signal are different.

CCD output

Video output signal

O: OddE: Even

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PsF (progressive scan) mode

Progressive scan mode timing chart

The video signal of an odd scanning line and that of an even scanningline are output from the CCD at the same time. Then they are sent to thememory and separated into odd-field and even-field scanning lines. Thusthe timing of an odd-field video signal and an even-field video signal arethe same.

Setting the CCD scan mode to the progressive scanmodeThe scan mode of the camcorder has been set to the interlace scan modeat the factory. The FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu allowsyou to change the CCD scan mode to the progressive scan mode.

1 Follow the procedures given in steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on theViewfinder” on page 4-91, to display the FORMAT page of theOPERATION menu.

CCD output

Video output signal

O: OddE: Even

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2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCAN MODE, andpush the MENU knob.

The t mark to the left of SCAN MODE changes to the z markand the z mark to the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.

3 Turn the MENU knob to display PsF, and push the MENU knob.

The z mark changes to the t mark and the ? mark to the left of theSCAN MODE changes to the z mark.


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4-9 Saving/Loading UserMenu Data to/fromMemory Stick

The camcorder is equipped with a Memory Stick drive, which enablesyou to save the user file, scene files, lens files, reference files and ALLfiles.This section explains how to handle the Memory Stick and save/load auser file to/from the Memory Stick. You can use a Memory Stick withmemory capacity of up to 64 MB with the camcorder.For detailed information on the scene file, see “4-11 Using the Scene Files” onpage 4-137.

For detailed information on the lens files, reference files and ALL files, refer to theMaintenance Manual.

4-9-1 Handling the Memory StickThe Memory Stick can be inserted or removed from the camcorder withthe power turned on or off.

Inserting the Memory Stick

1 Push the MEMORY STICK OPEN button.

The cover of the Memory Stick compartment opens.


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2 Hold the Memory Stick with the notch facing downward and thearrow facing toward you, and insert the Memory Stick into theMemory Stick insertion slot until it clicks into place. Then, close thecover.

Inserting the Memory Stick.

NoteIf it does not fit into the slot properly or if there is some resistance whenyou insert it, the Memory Stick may be turned around or upside down.Do not force the Memory Stick into the slot. Confirm the direction of thenotch and arrow on the Memory Stick before inserting the MemoryStick, and then try inserting it again.

Memory stick

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Removing the Memory StickOpen the cover of the Memory Stick compartment.Push the eject button after confirming that the ACCESS indicator is notlit. The Memory Stick pops out.

Removing the Memory Stick

NoteDo not remove the Memory Stick while the ACCESS indicator is lit. Thecamcorder is reading or writing data on the Memory Stick.

Protecting saved dataTo prevent accidental erasure of important setup data, use the writeprotect switch on the Memory Stick.Slide the switch right to the write protect position. It is now impossibleto write or delete data on the Memory Stick.

ACCESS indicator


EJECT button

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Write protect switch on the Memory Stick

Notes on using and storing the Memory Stick• Avoid touching the connector of the Memory Stick or contacting it

with a metal object.• When attaching a label to the Memory Stick, use only the label

supplied for the Memory Stick.• Do not drop, bend, or submit the Memory Stick to external shock.• Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick.• Avoid getting liquids on the Memory Stick.• Avoid using or storing the Memory Stick in a location subject to:

– extremely high temperature such as the hot inside of a car or theoutdoors exposed to a burning sun, or a place near a heater.

– direct sunlight– high humidity– excessive dust

• When storing and carrying the Memory Stick, keep it in its originalcase to ensure protection of important data.

• When carrying the camcorder with the Memory Stick inserted, closethe cover.

• Avoid removing the Memory Stick from the insertion slot while theACCESS indicator is lit.

• Do not format the Memory Stick using a PC.The MEMORY STICK page of the FILE menu allows you to formatthe Memory Stick.

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4-9-2 Saving/Loading User Menu Data to/fromMemory Stick

The section explains the operations to save data to and load it from theMemory Stick. Operations are done from the USER FILE page of theUSER menu.You can recreate suitable setup condition rapidly using data in theMemory Stick.

Saving data to the Memory StickYou can save up to 100 user files in the Memory Stick.Insert the Memory Stick, then follow the procedure below.



2 Turn the MENU knob until the USER FILE page appears, and pushthe MENU knob.

USER FILE page

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If you want to set a file ID for the data to be saved, set the file IDbefore going to the step 3.For detailed information on setting the file ID, see “Setting the file ID” onpage 4-132.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER FILE SAVE,and push MENU knob.

The P00 USER SAVE window appears.

The ? mark is displayed to the left of P00 at the top left of thewindow. In this case, you can change the page. You can use up to 20pages, from P00 to P19, to save user files in the Memory Stick. Eachpage can hold up to 5 files.

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4 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desired filenumber appears, and push MENU knob.

5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired file No.,and push MENU knob.

The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears and theACCESS indicator is on.The setting data is saved in the Memory Stick as the user file.

When the saving is completed, the message “COMPLETE!” appearsand the ACCESS indicator also goes off.

When P00 page is selected

By pushing the MENUknob when the ? markis placed to the left ofP00, the t markmoves to DISPLAYMODE.

The file numberindicated as NEW FILEis vacant.The file number wheredata already has beensaved, the file name isdisplayed.

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If no Memory Stick has been inserted, the message “NO MEMORYSTICK” will appear. Insert a Memory Stick.

When you select the file number where the data has been savedThe message “OVERWRITE OK YES NO” appears. In this case,the t mark is placed to the left of NO, and NO blinks.To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob.To overwrite, move the t mark to YES (YES blinks) and push theMENU knob.

You can select the contents of the user file to be displayed on thepage.For details, see “Selecting the display contents” on page 4-134.

To cancel the saving and return to the USER FILE pageBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 5, move the t mark toESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENU knob andpush the MENU knob.The USER FILE page appears again and the t mark is placed atthe USER FILE SAVE item.



USER menu settings to be saved in the Memory StickSettings for items on all pages of the USER menu are saved in theMemory Stick as a user file. However, you can select the items whichare not to be saved in the Memory Stick.For details, see the Maintenance Manual.

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If data cannot be savedIf one of the following error messages appears when you push theMENU knob in step 5 of the procedure in the previous section (page 4-126), then the data was not saved.

Data save error messages

Error message

NO MEMORYSTICK (flashing)

MEMORY STICKLOCKED

MEMORY STICKERROR (flashing)

Loading saved data from a Memory StickFollow the procedure below.




Reason

No Memory Stick isinserted.

The write protect switch onthe Memory Stick is set tothe write protect position.

Circuit or Memory Stickfault.

Action

Insert or reinsert the MemoryStick.

Set the write protect switchto the write enable position.

Check the circuitry, orreplace the Memory Stick .

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER FILE LOAD,and push MENU knob.

The P00 USER LOAD window appears.

4 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desired fileNo. appears, and push MENU knob.

When P00 page is selected

By pushing the MENUknob when the ? markis placed to the left ofP00, the t markmoves to DISPLAYMODE.

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5 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired filenumber to be loaded, and push MENU knob.

The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears and theACCESS indicator is on.The setting data is loaded in the camcorder from the Memory Stick.

When the loading is completed, the message “COMPLETE!”appears and the ACCESS indicator also goes off.The setting data is loaded in the camcorder from the Memory Stick.

NoteThe data loaded from the Memory Stick overwrite the data saved inthe camcorder.

To cancel the loading and return to the USER FILE pageBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 5, move the t mark toESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENU knob andpush the MENU knob.The USER FILE page appears again and the t mark is placed atthe USER FILE LOAD item.


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If data cannot be loadedIf one of the following error messages appears when you push theMENU knob in step 5 (on page 4-130), then the data was not loaded.

Data load error messages

Error message

NO MEMORYSTICK (flashing)

MEMORY STICKERROR (flashing)

FILE ERROR(flashing)

Reason

No Memory Stick isinserted.

Circuit or Memory Stickfault.

The Memory Stick containsdata that cannot be loadedwith this camcorder.

Action

Insert or reinsert theMemory Stick.

Recheck, and consult aSony representative.

Do not try to load datasaved with anothercamcorder.

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Setting the File IDBefore data is saved to a Memory Stick, it is useful to set a file ID for theMemory Stick to identify it.When data is saved to a Memory Stick, a file ID is saved to the MemoryStick together with the data.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to F. ID on the USERFILE page.


The F. ID window where you can set the file ID appears.

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3 Follow the procedure of steps 4 and 5 described in “4-7-7 Setting theShot ID” on page 4-81 to enter the file ID.

NoteExecute the file ID before saving data in the Memory Stick.Otherwise, the file ID is not saved with the other data.

4 When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU knob to movethe r mark to END, then push the MENU knob.

The USER FILE page appears.

Perform operations from step 3 in “Saving data to the MemoryStick” on page 4-124.

This file ID is stored in the Memory Stick with data.

File ID set in step 3

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Selecting the display contentsYou can select the contents of the file to be displayed on the USERSAVE window and USER LOAD window.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to DISPLAY MODE,and push the MENU knob.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark until the desired type ofthe display contents appears, and push the MENU knob.

Item Contents

ALL File ID (9 characters) and store date ((month/date/year)for MSW-900 and (date/month/year) for MSW-900P)

F.ID File ID (16 characters)

DATE Store date (year/month/date/hours/minutes/seconds)

MODEL Information on the model

MSW-900

MSW-900P

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4-10 Resetting USER MenuSettings to the StandardSettings

You can clear all current settings for items of the USER menu and returnsettings to the standard settings (factory settings or preset settings).When you first use the camcorder, the standard settings are the same asthe factory settings. You can change them. The changed data are treatedas preset settings.For detailed information on how to change the factory settings, see theMaintenance Manual.

Follow the procedure below to reset all settings to the standard setting.




USER FILE page

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER PRESET, andpush the MENU knob.

The message “PRESET DATA OK? YES NO ” appears. In thiscase, the t mark is placed to the left of NO and NO blinks.

4 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to YES (YES blinks),and push the MENU knob.

Settings for all items in the USER menu are reset to the standardsettings.

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4-11 Using the Scene FilesYou can save various detail-adjusted data customized to certain shootingscenes as a scene file. Loading the scene file, you can quickly recreatesetup conditions suitable for the scene.You can store up to five scene files in the camcorder memory and up to100 scene files in a Memory Stick.Beyond that, you can load data stored in the Memory Stick into thecamcorder memory.

Data that can be stored in the scene fileYou can store the following data in a scene file:• Adjusted values using the PAINT menu

For detailed information on the PAINT menu, refer to the MaintenanceManual (not supplied).

• Shutter speed settings in the standard mode and ECS mode• White balance data to be stored or loaded depends on settings of the

SCENE WHITE DATA on the REFERENCE page of the FILE menu.For details, see “Data of the white balance to be stored in the scene file” on page4-142.

4-11-1 Storing Data in the Scene FileFollow the procedure below to store data as the scene file in thecamcorder memory or the Memory Stick.To store the data as the scene file in the Memory Stick, insert theMemory Stick before starting the operation.

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1 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirmingthe Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the SCENE FILE page of the FILE menu.

The SCENE FILE page appears.

If you want to set a file ID for the data to be stored, set the file IDbefore going to the step 2.For detailed information on setting the file ID, see “Setting the fileID” on page 4-145.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCENE STORE, andpush the MENU knob.

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When no Memory Stick has been inserted, the SCENE STOREwindow appears.When a Memory Stick has been inserted, the P00 SCENE STOREwindow appears.

SCENE STORE window (When no Memory Stick has been inserted)

P00 SCENE STORE window (When a Memory Stick has been inserted)

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3 Select the file No.When no Memory Stick has been insertedTurn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired file No.,and push the MENU knob.

When the storing is completed, the SCENE FILE page appearsagain.

When you select the file number where the data has been stored:The message “OVERWRITE OK YES NO” appears. In this case,the t mark is placed to the left of NO, and NO blinks.To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob.To overwrite, move the t mark to YES (YES blinks) and push theMENU knob.

When a Memory Stick has been insertedThe ? mark is displayed to the left of P00 at the top left of thewindow. In this case, you can change the page. You can use up to 20pages, from P01 to P20, to store scene files in the Memory Stick.Each page can hold up to 5 files.

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1 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desiredfile No. appears, and push MENU knob.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired fileNo., and push MENU knob.

The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears.

When the storing is completed, the message “COMPLETE!”appears, and the ACCESS indicator also goes off.

To cancel the storing and return to the SCENE FILE page:Before pushing the MENU knob in step 2, move the t markto ESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENUknob and push the MENU knob.The SCENE FILE page appears again. (Continued)

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When you select the file No. where the data has been saved:The message “OVERWRITE OK YES NO” appears. In thiscase, the t mark is placed to the left of NO, and NO blinks.To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob. Repeat step 2.To overwrite, move the t mark to YES (YES blinks) and pushthe MENU knob.

You can select the contents of the user file to be displayed on thepage.For details, see “Selecting the display contents” on page 4-146.


To return to the SCENE FILE pageAfter the message “COMPLETE!” is displayed in step 3, move thet mark to ESC at the right top of the window by turning theMENU knob and push the MENU knob.The SCENE FILE page appears again.

Data of the white balance to be stored in the scene fileData of the white balance to be stored in the scene file depends on thesetting of SCENE WHITE DATA on the REFERENCE page of theFILE menu.

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When SCENE WHITE DATA is set to ONData of the white balance selected when you store the scene file isstored. For example, when the WHITE BAL switch is set to A, theadjusted values in memory A are stored in the scene file, when theWHITE BAL switch is set to PRST, the preset value is stored.When SCENE WHITE DATA is set to OFFData of the white balance is not stored in the scene file.

Saving scene files stored in the camcorder memory tothe Memory StickYou can save five scene files stored in the camcorder to the MemoryStick at once.Follow the procedure below.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCENE STORE onthe SCENE FILE page, then push the MENU knob.

The SCENE STORE page appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the desired SCENE STORE pageappears, and push the MENU knob.

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3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to 5FILE SAVE TMEM 1-5, and push MENU knob.

The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears.When the storing is completed, the message “COMPLETE!” appearsand the ACCESS indicator goes off.

To cancel the storingBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 3, move the t mark toESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENU knob andpush the MENU knob.The SCENE FILE page appears again.


NoteIf files have been stored in the page selected in step 2, those files arereplaced with files loaded from the camcorder memory. For example,files from 001 to 005 are replaced in the page selected in step 2.

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Setting the file IDBefore the file is saved as a scene file, it is useful to set a file ID toidentify it.When a file is stored in the camcorder memory or in a Memory Stick, afile ID is stored in the Memory Stick together with the file.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to F. ID on the SCENEFILE page.


The F. ID window where you can set the file ID appears.

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3 Follow the procedure of steps 4 and 5 described in “4-7-7 Setting theShot ID” on page 4-81 to enter the file ID.

NoteExecute the file ID before storing the scene file in the Memory Stickor the camcorder memory. Otherwise, the file ID is not stored withthe other data.

4 When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU knob to movethe r mark to END, then push the MENU knob.


Perform operations from step 2 in “4-11-1 Storing Data in the SceneFile” on page 4-137.

This file ID is saved with data.

Selecting the display contentsYou can select the contents of the file to be displayed on the SCENESTORE window and SCENE RECALL window.For detailed information on how to select the display contents, see “Selecting thedisplay contents” on page 4-134.

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4-11-2 Loading Scene FilesFollow the procedure below.

1 Follow the instructions in steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on theViewfinder” on page 4-91 to display the SCENE FILE page of theFILE menu.


2 Load the scene file.To load the scene file stored in the camcorderMove the t mark to the desired file No., and push the MENUknob.The s which is displayed to the left of the file No. changes to x.The camcorder is set up according to the loaded scene file.

To cancel the selected scene fileMove the t mark to x, and push the MENU knob. x changes tos.The camcorder returns to the settings before selecting this scene file.

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You can load the scene file stored in the camcorder on the SCENERECALL window to be displayed in step 1 covered in “To load thescene file saved in the Memory Stick.”

To load the scene file saved in the Memory Stick

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCENERECALL, and push MENU knob.

The P00 SCENE RECALL window appears. On the P00 page, thescene files saved in the camcorder memory are displayed. You canalso recall the scene file stored in the camcorder memory on thispage.

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The ? mark is displayed to the left of P00 at the top left of thewindow. In this case, you can change the page.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desiredfile No. appears, and push MENU knob.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired fileNo., and push MENU knob.


When the loading is completed, the message “COMPLETE!”appears. The camcorder is set up according to the loaded scene file.

If the file No. of the file where no data is stored, NO FILE isdisplayed in the column of that file.

To cancel the loadingBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 3, move the t mark toESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENU knob andpush the MENU knob.The SCENE FILE page appears again.


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Loading the scene file stored in the Memory Stick intothe camcorder memoryYou can load up to five scene files stored in the Memory Stick into thecamcorder memory at once.

1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCENE RECALL onthe SCENE FILE page, then push the MENU knob.

The SCENE RECALL page appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob until the SCENE RECALL page whichcontains the desired scene files appears, and push the MENU knob.

3 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to 5FILE LOAD tMEM 1-5, and push the MENU knob.


When loading is complete, the message “COMPLETE!” appears andthe ACCESS indicator goes off.

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To cancel the loadingBefore pushing the MENU knob in step 3, move the t mark toESC at the right top of the window by turning the MENU knob andpush the MENU knob.The SCENE FILE page appears again.


Notes• The scene files loaded from the Memory Stick overwrite data stored in

the camcorder memory.• To load the scene file stored in the camcorder memory under the

condition where the Memory Stick has been inserted, return to the P00SCENE RECALL page and load the desired scene file in thecamcorder memory.

• When there is a file where no data is stored (NO FILE is displayed), afile that has the same file number is not overwritten in the camcorder.In the window displayed in step 3, the content of the scene file 3 in thecamcorder memory (MEM (3)) is not replaced.

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4-11-3 Resetting the Settings of the Camcorder tothe Standard Settings Saved in theReference File

You can reset the settings of the camcorder to the settings saved in thereference file (standard settings).For detailed information on the items subject to the reference file, see theMaintenance Manual.

On the SCENE FILE page, turn the MENU knob to move the t mark toSTANDARD, then push the MENU knob.

The s, which is displayed to the left of STANDARD, changes to x.When x changes to s, the settings of the camcorder are reset to thesettings stored in the reference file.If you press the MENU knob again while x is lit, operation is canceled,and the camcorder returns to the settings before STANDARD wasselected.

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4-12 Jumping to a File-RelatedMenu Page WhenInserting a Memory Stick

A Memory Stick enables you to save user files, scene files, lens files,reference files and ALL files. When you insert a Memory Stick with amenu opened, a preset menu page related to the desired file from amongfive kinds of files is automatically displayed. This allows you to jump tothe file page saved and used in the Memory Stick. You can select the filepage to be displayed using the MEMORY STICK page of the FILEmenu.

1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the ReturnVideo Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4-91 to display theMEMORY STICK page of the FILE menu.

The MEMORY STICK page appears.

2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to MS IN > JUMP TO,then push the MENU knob.

The t mark at the left of MS IN > JUMP TO changes to a z markand the z mark at the left of the setting changes to a ? mark.

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3 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until thedesired file page appears.

Item Contents

OFF Disables this function.

USER Jumps to the USER FILE page.

ALL Jumps to the ALL FILE page.

SCENE Jumps to the SCENE FILE page.

LENS Jumps to the LENS FILE 1 page.

REFER Jumps to the REFERENCE page.

USER 1 Jumps to the USER 1 page.

4 Press the MENU knob.

The z mark at the left of MS IN > JUMP TO changes to an tmark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to the z mark.

NotesIn the following cases, the camcorder does not jump to the preset page.• When the power is turned on after you insert a Memory Stick.• When OFF is selected for the MS IN > JUMP TO item.• When a file-related menu page has already been displayed.

- When a page related to FILE category, such as the USER FILE pageis displayed.

- When one of the following, MEMORY STICK, USER FILE, ALLFILE, SCENE FILE, LENS FILE, REFERENCE FILE or ROMVERSION registered in other categories, is displayed.

Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder

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5-1 Power SupplyThe following power supplies can be used with the camcorder.• BP-L60A Lithium-ion Battery Pack• BP-M50/M100 Nickel Metal Hydride Rechargeable Battery Pack• AC power using the AC-550/550CE or AC-DN2B AC adaptor

5-1-1 Using a Battery PackWhen a BP-L60A Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will operatecontinuously for about 110 minutes. Before use, charge the battery packwith a BC-L120 Battery Charger. It takes about 2.5 hours to charge oneBP-L60A.For more information, refer to the BC-L120 manual.

When a BP-M50 or M100 Battery Pack is used, the camcorder willoperate continuously for about 90 minutes with the BP-M50 and about180 minutes with the BP-M100. Before use, charge the battery pack witha BC-M50 Battery Charger. It takes about 2 hours to charge one BP-M50and about 4 hours to charge one BP-M100.For more information, refer to the BC-M50 manual.

Note on using the battery packA warm battery pack may not be able to be fully recharged.

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Attaching the battery pack

1 Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, aligningthe side line of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder.

2 Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at thematching line on the camcorder.

BP-L60A orBP-M50/M100

Align these lines.

Back of camcorder

Matching line onthe camcorder

“LOCK” arrow


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Detaching the battery pack

Detaching the battery pack

Holding the button in,pull the battery pack up.


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5-1-2 Avoiding Breaks in Operation Due to DeadBatteries

If you use both an internal battery pack (attached to the camcorder) andan external battery (connected to the DC IN connector) at the same time,you can avoid breaks in operation due to dead batteries.

When the external battery begins to fail and an internalbattery pack is also usedRemove the DC output cable from the DC IN connector. The powersource will switch to the internal battery pack.

When the external battery begins to fail and an internalbattery pack is not usedFirst load the camcorder with a fully charged internal battery pack, thenremove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC INconnector. The power source will switch to the internal battery pack. Touse an external battery again, connect a fully charged external battery tothe DC IN connector before unloading the internal battery pack. Thepower source will switch to the external battery.

Continuous operation when operating with only an internalbattery packFirst, connect a fully charged external battery to the DC IN connector,then change the internal battery.

Notes• When an internal battery pack is loaded and an external battery is

connected to the DC IN connector, the external battery is always usedas the power source.

• There may be some noise on the video signal at the instant the powersources are switched.


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5-1-3 Using an AC AdaptorUsing the AC-550/550CE AC adaptorConnect the camcorder to the AC power supply through the AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor as shown in the following figure, and turn thePOWER switch of the AC-550/550CE on.

Using an AC Adaptor

Wall outlet

AC-550/550CEAC Adaptor

Power switch on

DC output cable (supplied with the AC-550/550CE)

DC OUT

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Using the AC-DN2B AC adaptorMount the AC-DN2B on the camcorder in the same way as a batterypack, then connect to the AC power supply. The AC-DN2B can supplyup to 150 W of power.

Connecting to an AC power source using the AC-DN2B AC Adaptor

5-1-4 Using the Anton Bauer Ultralight SystemBy fitting the camcorder with the Anton Bauer Ultralight system, andsetting the LIGHT switch to AUTO, you can switch the light on and offautomatically as you start and stop VTR operation. This system operateswith lights powered by 12 V, with a maximum power consumption of50 W.

to wall outlet

AC-DN2B


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5-2 Adjusting the ViewfinderFor maximum viewing convenience, you can adjust the viewfinderposition in the left-right and backward-forward directions.

5-2-1 Adjusting the Viewfinder PositionAdjusting the position to the left or right

Adjusting the position to the left or right

1 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

2 Slide the viewfinder to the most convenient position.

3 Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

To store the camcorder in the carrying caseAlways store the camcorder with the viewfinder moved fully in thedirection opposite to the barrel and the viewfinder left-right positioningring tightened.


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Adjusting the position backward or forward

Adjusting the position backward or forward

1 Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and the LOCKknob.

2 Slide the viewfinder longitudinally to the most convenient position.

3 Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and the LOCKknob.


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5-2-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus andScreen

Adjusting the viewfinder focusTurn the diopter adjustment ring until the viewfinder image is sharpest.

Adjusting the viewfinder focus

Adjusting the viewfinder screenAdjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the viewfinder screenwith the controls shown below.

Adjusting the viewfinder screen

Diopter adjustment ring

BRIGHT control

CONTRAST control

PEAKING control


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5-2-3 Detaching the Viewfinder

Detaching the viewfinder

1 Point the viewfinder barrel up or down.

2 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

3 Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in thedirection indicated by the arrow and detach it.

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4 Remove the viewfinder cable and microphone cable from the clampsand disconnect them.

The viewfinder rotation bracketBy fitting a BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not supplied), youcan rotate the viewfinder out of the way so that your right leg does nothit the viewfinder while you are carrying the camcorder.For more information, refer to the BKW-401 manual.

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5-2-4 Detaching the EyepieceRemoving the eyepiece gives a clearer view of the screen from furtheraway. It is also easy to remove dust from the viewfinder screen andmirror when the eyepiece is detached.

1 Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise, to line up thered marks on the locking ring and the viewfinder barrel.

2 Detach the eyepiece.

Mark (red)

Mark (red)

Locking ring Line up the red marks.


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Reattaching the eyepiece

1 Align the mark on the eyepiece locking ring with the one on theviewfinder barrel.

2 Align the mark on the end of the eyepiece end with those on theeyepiece locking ring and viewfinder barrel. Then insert theeyepiece into the viewfinder barrel.

3 Turn the eyepiece locking ring clockwise until its “LOCK” arrowpoints at the mark on the viewfinder barrel.

NoteWhen the eyecup is worn out, replace it with a new one (service partnumber 3-723-079-02).

Mark on the end of the eyepiece


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5-3 Mounting the LensFollow the procedure below to mount the lens.For information about using the lens, refer to the lens manual.

Mounting the lens

1 Push the lens locking lever up and remove the lens mount cap fromthe lens mount.

2 Align the center slot in the lens mount with the center pin on thelens, and insert the lens into the mount.

3 Holding the lens in place, push the lens locking lever down to mountthe lens.Note

If the lens is not firmly locked, it may come off while the camcorderis being used. This could cause a serious accident. Make sure thelens is firmly locked. It is recommended that the lens mountsecuring rubber be put on the lens-locking lever as illustrated above.

4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.

5 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamps.

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5-4 Adjusting the FlangeFocal Length

If the lens does not stay in focus properly as you zoom from telephoto towide angle, adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the plane ofthe lens mounting flange to the imaging plane). Make this adjustmentafter mounting or changing the lens.

Adjusting the flange focal lengthThe position of the controls for adjusting the flange focal length varysomewhat from lens to lens. Check the identification of the variouscontrols in the lens manual.

Adjusting the flange focal length

1 Set the iris to manual.

2 Open the iris. Place the flange focal length adjustment chart about 3m (10 ft) away from the camera, lit well enough to provide asatisfactory video output level.

3 Loosen the fixing screws on the F.f or F.B ring (flange focal lengthadjustment ring).

4 Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto.

About 3 m (10 ft)

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5 Point the camera at the chart by turning the focus ring and focus onit.

6 Set the zoom ring to wide angle.

7 Turn the F.f or F.B ring until the chart is in focus, being careful notto disturb the focus ring.

8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the way fromwide angle to telephoto.

9 Tighten the F.f or F.B ring fixing screws.


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5-5 Audio Input System

5-5-1 Using the Supplied MicrophoneYou can use the supplied microphone either detached from or attached tothe camcorder.

Using the microphone detached from the camcorder

Using the microphone detached from the camcorder

NoteWhen using the supplied microphone with an extension cable, alwaysuse an external power supply type cable.

Connect to the MIC INconnector. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the

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Using the microphone attached to the camcorder

1 Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder clamp.

2 Place the microphone in the microphone holder.

Place the microphone in theholder so that “UP” is at the top.

Close the microphone holder.

Tighten thescrew.

Clamp of theMicrophone holder

Loosen the screw.

Open the clamp.


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Connect to the MIC IN connector.

3 Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN connector, then set theAUDIO IN switch for the desired recording channel to FRONT or F.


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AUDIO IN CH-1or CH-2

Set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ONswitch to +48 V ON if you usean external power supply typemicrophone. Otherwise, setthe switch to MIC.

5-5-2 Using an External MicrophoneYou can connect up to two external monaural microphones using theAUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 connectors. When using a condensermicrophone that requires external power (phantom power), set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch to +48 V ON.If the microphone being used does not require external power (dynamicmicrophone), set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch to MIC.

Using a detached external microphone

Using a detached external microphone

Monauralmicrophone

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches:At the factory setting, when the audio cable is connected to either theAUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector,the signal input to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector isautomatically selected as the signal to be recorded. This is trueregardless of the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch settings. (This iscalled XLR connection automatic detection function.)When the XLR connection automatic detection function is set toOFF on the VTR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, setthe AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch corresponding to the channelto which the microphone is connected to REAR.


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Using an external microphone attached to thecamcorderYou can attach an external microphone to the camcorder by using theCAC-12 Microphone Holder (not supplied). Additionally, by using theCRS-3P Cradle Suspension (not supplied), you can reduce themechanical vibration noise from the VTR, and can also attach a longmicrophone. Note, however, that use of the CRS-3P requires amicrophone holder (A) (Part No. 3-680-581-01), which is not suppliedwith the CRS-3P.The procedure for attaching an external microphone using a CAC-12 andCRS-3P is shown below.For more information, refer to the manual supplied with the microphone holder orcradle suspension manual.

1 Assemble the CRS-3P Cradle Suspension and microphone holder(A) (Part No. 3-680-581-01).

CRS-3P Cradle Suspension

Microphone holder (A)(Part No. 3-680-581-01)

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2 Remove the external microphone holder attachment screws.

3 Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder.

Screws removedin step 2

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4 Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor.

5 Mount the assembly from step 1 in the CAC-12.

Open the CAC-12.

Loosen the screw.

Microphone adaptor

Close the CAC-12.

Tighten the screw.

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6 Mount the microphone into the cradle suspension.

7 Connect the microphone cable to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or AUDIOIN CH-2 connector. Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch toREAR.Set the LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to +48V ON or MIC inaccordance with the type of the microphone power supply.If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 is of theinternal batteries type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48V ONswitch to MIC.If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 is of theexternal power supply type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48VON switch to +48V ON.

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5-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHFWireless Microphone System)

To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, fit one of the followingUHF portable tuners.• WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit• WRR-810A/860A/862A/862B UHF Portable Tuner.

For each of these UHF portable tuners, use the following attachmentprocedure. (The WRR-860A is taken as an example below.)

Refer to the UHF portable turner manual for more information.

Fitting the WRR-855A/855BYou can use the WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit simplyby inserting it into the slot in the camcorder, and fastening the fixingscrews.

1 Undo the four fixing screws holding the cover of the slot, andremove the cover.

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2 Insert the WRR-855A/855B, and fasten the four fixing screws.

For the operation of the WRR-855A/855B, refer to the manual supplied with theWRR-855A/855B.

Notes• When the XLR connection automatic detection function is effective,

even if the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch is set to WIRELESS, thesignal input to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector isautomatically selected when an audio cable is connected to the AUDIOIN CH-1 or CH-2 connector. In such a case, set REAR XLR AUTO toOFF on the VTR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

• The audio signals to be recorded on audio channels 3 and 4 depend onthe settings of the AUDIO CH-3/CH-4 switches without being affectedby the XLR connection automatic detection function.For details, see “6 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 switches” on page 2-7.

WRR-855A/855B

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Back of camcorder

Adjustment screws

BETACAMholder kit

BP-L60A/M50/M100

WRR tuner fitting

Holes

Fitting the WRR-860A (Using a Battery Pack)

1 (1) Attach the WRR tuner fitting (not supplied, service part number:A-8278-057-A) to the back of the camcorder.1 Pass a screwdriver through the holes and tighten the screws.2 Loosen the adjustment screws.3 Adjust the tuner fitting position for a BP-L60A/M50/M100

Battery Pack to be attached, and tighten the adjustmentscrews to fix its position.

4 Attach the BETACAM holder kit supplied with the tuner.(2) Attach the battery pack.For more information about attaching the BP-L60A/M50/M100 Battery Pack,see “5-1-1 Using a Battery Pack” on page 5-1.

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AUDIO IN forCH-1 or CH-2

WRR-860A

Set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switchfor the channel towhich the audioout cable isattached to MIC.

2 Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting.

3 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of thecamcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN CH-1 orCH-2 connector.

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches: When theXLR connection automatic detectionfunction is set to OFF on the VTR MODE 1page of the MAINTENANCE menu, setthe AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch for thechannel to which the audio output cableis connected to REAR.

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5-5-4 Connecting Line Input Audio EquipmentConnect the audio output connector of the audio equipment that suppliesthe line input signal to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector.

Line input connection

Set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch for thechannel to which theaudio signal source isconnected to LINE.

Audio equipment

AUDIO IN for CH-1or CH-2

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches: At the factorysetting, when the audio cable is connectedto either the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector,the signal input to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2connector is automatically selected as thesignal to be recorded. This is true regardless ofthe AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch settings. (Thisis called XLR connection automatic detectionfunction.)When the XLR connection automatic detectionfunction is set to OFF on the VTR MODE 1 pageof the MAINTENANCE menu, set the AUDIO INCH-1 or CH-2 switch corresponding to thechannel to which the audio equipment isconnected to REAR.

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5-6 Tripod MountingYou can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a tripod by usingthe VCT-14 tripod adaptor (not supplied).

1 Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod.

2 Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.

Tripod adaptor

Camera mount

Slide the camcorder forwardalong the groove in the adaptoruntil it clicks.

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Removing the camcorder from the tripod adaptor

Removing the camcorder from the tripod adapter

NoteThe tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position even after thecamcorder is removed. If this happens, press the red button against thelever a second time and move the lever as shown below until the pinreturns to the stowed position. If the pin remains in the engagedposition, you will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripodadaptor.

If the pin remains in the engaged position

LeverRed button

Stowed position

Pin

While pressingthe red buttonagainst thelever, move thelever in thedirectionindicated bythe arrow.

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5-7 Attaching the ShoulderStrap

Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown below.

Attaching the shoulder strap

Shoulder strap post

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Attaching the shoulder strap

Removing the shoulder strap

Pull up the strap tolock the fitting.

Removing

Attaching Clip

Press here and pull in thedirection shown by the arrow torelease.

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5-8 Adjusting the ShoulderPad Position

You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position (factory setting)backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or forward by up to 25 mm (1 inch).This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with thecamcorder on your shoulder.

Adjusting the shoulder pad position

1 Loosen the two screws.

2 Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is in the mostconvenient position.

3 Tighten the screws.

Shoulder pad

Bottom

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5-9 Putting on the Rain CoverAttach the rain cover as illustrated below. You can insert and removecassette tapes, operate various switches and controls, and mount thecamcorder on the tripod adaptor with the rain cover attached.

Velcro tape Drawstring

Pass the shoulder strap postclearly through this hole onthe rain cover.

Front

When a shoulder beltis not used, cover theholes on the raincover with caps.

When you use ashoulder belt, usethese holes. Fordetails, see thefollowing diagram.

Rear

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Insert the viewfinder barrel here with theeyecup out and fasten the drawstringaround the eyecup.

Drawstring

Velcro tape

Velcro tape

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5-10 Connecting the RemoteControl Unit

Connecting the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) enablesremote control of the principal camera functions.Connecting the remote control unit to the REMOTE connector (8-pin)automatically puts the camcorder into remote control mode. If youdisconnect the remote control unit, remote control mode is canceled.

When connecting the remote control unit to the camcorder• The following switches on the camcorder will not function:

— GAIN switch— OUTPUT/DCC switch— WHITE BAL switch— AUTO W/B BAL switch— SHUTTER ON/OFF/SEL switch— TURBO GAIN button (ASSIGN 1 switch to which the TURBO

GAIN function is assigned)

RM-B150

REMOTEconnector

Remote control cable

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— VTR START button (VTR button on the lens and the ASSIGN 1switch to which the REC SWITCH function is assigned) (Whenthe VTR START/STOP item on the FUNCTION 3 page of theMAINTENANCE menu is set to RM.)For detailed information on this function, see the following “Function of theVTR START button when the remote control unit is connected”.

• When you connect the remote control unit, the settings of the paintadjustment that were in effect the last time the remote control unit wasused are recalled.

Function of the VTR START button when the remote control unit isconnected:You can select the function of the VTR START button on the camcorder(also, VTR button on the lens and the ASSIGN 1 switch to which theREC START/STOP function is assigned) when the remote control unit isconnected, using the VTR START/STOP item on the FUNCTION 3page of the MAINTENANCE menu.Not to activate the VTR START button on the camcorder: SelectRM.To activate the VTR START button on the camcorder: Select CAM.In this case, the VTR START button on the remote control unit is notactivated.To activate the VTR START button on both the camcorder and theremote control unit: Select PARA.

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When removing the remote control unit from the camcorderThe setting of the camcorder returns to the setting in effect before theremote control unit was connected.

By setting the menu setting, the setting of the paint adjustment madewith the remote control unit can be retained even after the remote controlunit is removed from the camcorder.For details, see “Structure of the paint adjustment data” on the next page.

When connecting the monitor to the MONITOR OUTconnector of the remote control unitThe MONITOR connector of the RM-B150 (BNC type) outputs thesame signal as that from the TEST OUT connector on the camcorder.Use the black cable supplied with the RM-B150 to connect the monitorto the MONITOR connector on the RM-B150.

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Structure of the paint adjustment data

As the illustration above shows, non-volatile memory of the camcorderconsists of two regions: one is the independent data region that becomeseffective when the remote control unit is not connected, and the other isthe remote control data region that becomes effective when the remotecontrol unit is connected. Paint adjustment data is automatically selecteddepending on whether or not the remote control unit is connected to thecamcorder.Thus, when the remote control unit is connected to the camcorder, theeffective data region is switched to the remote control data region andthe settings of the paint adjustment that were in effect the last time theremote control unit was used are recalled.

Setupmenu ofthecamcorder

RM-B150

Non-volatile memory

Independent dataregion

MASTERBLACKMASTERGAMMAKNEE POINTDETAILLEVELR/B GAINR/B BLACK

Remote controldata region

MASTER BLACKMASTER GAMMAKNEE POINTDETAIL LEVELR/B GAINR/B BLACK

RM-B150connected or notconnected

Hardware ofthe camera

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Settings of the absolute value volume controls 1) and absolute valueswitches 2) are overwritten by those on the remote control unit after theremote control unit is connected.When the remote control unit is removed from the camcorder, theindependent data region becomes effective. Thus the camcorder willreturn to the settings that were in effect before the remote control unitwas connected.When RM COMMON MEMORY is set to ON on the FUNCTION 3page of the MAINTENANCE menu, you can use settings of the paintadjustment data stored in the independent data region even if youconnect the remote control unit. In this case, the settings stored in theindependent data region will be renewed when you change the settingson the remote control unit. Thus, the settings of the paint data made withthe remote control unit can be retained even if the remote control unit isremoved. However, if the switch position on the remote control unitdiffers from the one on the camcorder, the switch position on thecamcorder takes precedence over that on the remote control unit.Also, it is possible to keep the settings that are in effect before youconnect the remote control unit. In this case, you should set the volumeto the relative mode on the remote control unit.For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the RM-B150.

....................................................................................................................................1) Absolute value volume control

The data corresponding to the rotation degree (position) of the volume controlsis output. The data corresponding to the rotation amount is called the relativevalue volume.

2) Absolute value switchLike the toggle switches or slide switches (except the momentary switches), theswitches (or controls) whose positions must coincide with their functions arecalled absolute value switches.

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Before ShootingCheck the functions of the camcorder before setting out for a shootingsession, preferably by operating the camcorder together with a colorvideo monitor.

6-1-1 Preparations for Testing

1 Attach a fully charged battery pack.

2 Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID indicatordoes not appear and that the BATT indicator shows at least fivesegments.• If the HUMID indicator appears, wait until it disappears.• If the BATT indicator does not show at least five segments,

replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.

3 Check that there are no obstructions near the cassette lid, and thenpress the EJECT button to open the cassette lid.

4 After checking the points below, load the cassette and close thecassette lid.• The cassette is not write-protected.• There is no slack in the tape.• Condensation does not form in the tape.


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CondensationIf you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, oruse it in a damp location, condensation may form on the head drum.Then, if the camcorder is operated in this state, the tape may adhere tothe drum and cause a failure or even permanent damage. Do thefollowing to prevent this from happening.• When moving the camcorder from a cold place to a warm place, be

sure no cassette is loaded in the camcorder.• Whenever you turn on the power, check that the HUMID indicator

does not appear. If it appears, wait until it disappears before loading acassette.

For more information, see “3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Cassette” on page 3-1and Section“ 6-3 Operation Warnings” (page 6-14).

6-1-2 Testing the CameraSet the switches and selectors as follows.

Iris: Automatic

WHITE BAL: A or B

OUTPUT/DCC: BARSGAIN: Set as low as possible.

VTR SAVE/STBY: SAVE

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Testing the viewfinder

1 Adjust the position of the viewfinder.

2 Check that the color bars are displayed in the viewfinder, and adjustthe BRIGHT, CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the bestcolor bar display.

3 Check each of the following operations.• The menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen.• Turn the MENU knob and check that the menu page changes to

the next page.• Push the MENU knob and check that settings of each item of the

selected page are displayed.• Turn the MENU knob and check that the arrow (→) mark moves

within the page.• Push the MENU knob and check that the arrow (→) mark placed

before the item changes to the circle (z) and the circle (z) placedbefore the setting of the item changes to the question mark (?).

• Turn the MENU knob and check that the setting of the selecteditem or ON/OFF changes.

4 Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM, and change the innerFILTER (ND filter) selector position in the sequence of 1, 2, 3 and4, and the outer FILTER (CC filter) selector position in the sequenceB, C, D, A and B.Check that the FILTER indicator on the viewfinder screen displaysthe correct numbers.

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5 Check each of the following operations and make sure that the indicator lights if the corresponding item has been turned on in the '!'LED page of the USER menu.• Set the gain to anything but 0 dB by using the GAIN selector and

the GAIN SW page of the OPERATION menu.• Set the SHUTTER selector to ON.• Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.• Use the lens extender.• Set the inner FILTER (ND filter) selector to anything but “1”.• Set the outer FILTER (CC filter) selector to anything but “B”.• Set the reference value of the auto iris to other than the standard

value.

6 Push the SHUTTER selector from ON to SEL repeatedly, and checkthat the shutter setting changes on the viewfinder screen.

7 Pointing the camera at a suitable subject, focus the camera andcheck the picture on the viewfinder screen.

8 Set both of the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT, and check that whensound is input to a microphone connected to the MIC IN connectoron the front of the camcorder, the audio level indicators appear onthe viewfinder screen.

9 Check that setting the ZEBRA switch to ON and OFF makes thezebra pattern appear and disappear on the viewfinder screen.

NoteThe current display status may inhibit one or more of the displays oroperations mentioned in steps 3 to 9. If this happens, set the desireditems in the VF DISP1 and VF DISP 2 pages of the USER menu.For details, see “4-7-2 Selecting the Display Items” on page 4-67.


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Testing the iris and zoom functions

1 Set the zoom to automatic zoom mode and check that the powerzoom operates correctly.

2 Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the zoom functionsmanually.

3 Set the iris switch on the lens to AUTO and point the camera atobjects of different brightness. Check that the automatic irisadjustment operates correctly.

4 Set the iris switch on the lens to MANUAL and check that turningthe iris ring manually adjusts the iris correctly.

5 Set the iris switch on the lens back to AUTO and check thefollowing points when the GAIN selector is moved from L to M toH.• For objects of the same brightness, the iris is adjusted to

correspond to the change in setting.• The gain indicator on the viewfinder screen changes to correspond

to the change in setting.

6 If an extender mechanism is incorporated in your lens, put theextender lever of the lens into the 2x position and check thefollowing points.• EX display appears at the left top on the viewfinder.• The auto iris functions correctly.


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6-1-3 Testing the VTRPerform tests (1) to (7) consecutively.

(1) Testing the tape transport functions

1 Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE and check that the VTRSAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes on.

2 Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY and check that the VTRSAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes off.

3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

4 Set the DISPLAY switch to CTL.

5 Press the VTR START button and check the following points.• The tape reels are turning.• The counter indication is changing.• The REC indicator in the viewfinder is on.• The RF and SERVO indicators on the display panel are off.

6 Press the VTR START button again and check that the tape stopsand that the REC indicator in the viewfinder goes off.

7 Repeat the checks of steps 5 and 6, this time using the VTR buttonon the lens.If the REC SWITCH function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1 switch,repeat the checks of steps 5 and 6, this time using the ASSIGN 1button.

8 Press the RESET button and check that the counter display goes to“00:00:00:00".


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9 Turn on the LIGHT switch and check that the display panel isilluminated.

10Hold down the REW button to rewind the tape for a while, thenpress the PLAY button. Check that the rewind and playbackfunctions operate normally.

11Press the STOP button and press the F FWD button. Check that thefast forward function operates normally.

(2) Testing the automatic audio level adjustingfunctions

1 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 switches to FRONT.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 and CH-2 switches to AUTO.

3 Set the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch to CH-1/2.

4 Aim the microphone connected to the MIC IN connector at asuitable sound source. Check that the level indications for bothchannels 1 and 2 correspond to the sound level.

5 Set the AUDIO IN CH-3 and CH-4 switches to F.

6 Set the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch to CH-3/4.

7 Aim the microphone connected to the MIC IN connector at asuitable sound source. Check that the level indications for bothchannels 3 and 4 correspond to the sound level.

8 Be sure to reset the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch to CH-1/2 afterchecking the channels 3 and 4.


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(3) Testing the manual audio level adjusting functions

1 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 switches to FRONT.

2 Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 and CH-2 switches to MANUAL.

3 Turn the MIC LEVEL knob. Check that the audio level meter in thedisplay panel increases by turning it counterclockwise as seen fromthe front of the camera.

(4) Testing the earphone and speaker

1 Turn the MONITOR control and check that the speaker volumechanges accordingly.

2 Connect an earphone to one EARPHONE jack. Check that thespeaker sound is cut off and that you can hear the sound from themicrophone in the earphone.

3 Turn the MONITOR control and check that the earphone volumechanges accordingly.

4 Connect the earphone to the other EARPHONE jack. Check theearphone by repeating step 3.

(5) Testing external microphones

1 Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2connectors.

2 Set the LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to +48V ON or MIC inaccordance with the type of the microphone power supply.If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 is of the


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internal batteries type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48V ONswitch to MIC.If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 is of theexternal power supply type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48VON switch to +48V ON.

3 Set the AUDIO IN switches to REAR.

4 Aim the microphones at a sound source.

5 Check that the audio level meter in the display panel and the audiolevel indicators in the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level.

(6) Checking the XLR connection automatic detectionfunction

Before starting to check, remove the microphone connected to the MICIN connector if it is connected.

1 Perform operations of steps 1 and 2 explained in “(5) Testingexternal microphones”.

2 Set the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT.

3 Perform operations of steps 4 and 5 explained in “(5) Testingexternal microphones”.

When performing the operation of step 5 in “(5) Testing externalmicrophones”, if the audio level meters in the display panel andaudio level indicators in the viewfinder reflect the changing soundlevel, the function of the XLR connection automatic detection workscorrectly.

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If it does not reflect the changing sound level, the function of theXLR connection automatic detection is set to OFF. Set REAR XLRAUTO to ON on the VTR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCEmenu.If it does not reflect even after you set REAR XLR AUTO to ON,the XLR connection automatic detection function does not workcorrectly.

(7) Checking the functions of the user bits and timecode

1 Set the user bits as required.For more information see “4-5-3 Setting the User Bits” on page 4-37.

2 Set the time code.For more information, see “4-5-1 Setting the Time Code” on page 4-34.

3 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

4 Press the VTR START button, and check that the tape starts andthat the counter indication changes.

5 Press the VTR START button again, and check that the tape stopsand that the counter indication also stops changing.

6 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and check that thecounter indication changes regardless of whether the tape isrunning.

7 Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA and the DATA DISPLAYswitch to U-BIT, and check that the user bit value that was set isdisplayed.


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6-2 Maintenance

6-2-1 Cleaning the Video HeadsTo clean the video heads, use a Sony BCT-D12CL Cleaning Cassette.Follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect orexcessive use could damage the video heads.

To clean the heads, follow the procedure below.

1 Load the cleaning cassette according to the procedure described in“Loading a cassette” on page 3-1.

2 After the cleaning cassette is inserted, the tape runs automatically inPLAY mode for about 3 seconds to clean the head.

3 After the tape runs, the cleaning cassette is automatically ejected.

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6-2-2 Cleaning the ViewfinderUse a dust blower to clean the CRT screen and mirror inside the barrel.Clean the lens and protecting filter with a commercially available lenscleaner.

CautionNever use organic solvents such as thinners.

Disassembling the eyepiece for cleaning

1 Detach the eyepiece from the viewfinder barrel.

For the detaching procedure, see the following “5-2-4 Detaching theEyepiece” on page 5-12.

Viewfinderbarrel

Eyecupholder

Protectingfilter

Packingring

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2 Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder.

3 Remove the protecting filter, together with the packing rig, frominside the eyecup folder.

4 Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring.

Fog-proof filterDepending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting filter maymist because of vapor or your breath. To ensure that the viewfinder isalways clear, replace the protecting filter with a fog-proof filter (Part No.1-547-341-11, not supplied).

Fitting the fog-proof filterReplace the protecting filter on the packing ring with the fog-proof filter.Be sure to correctly assemble the fog-proof filter, the packing ring, andthe eyecup so that the reassembled eyepiece is waterproof.

NoteWhen cleaning the fog-proof filter, wipe it very gently with a soft clothto avoid impairing the anti-fogging coating.


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Display panel Indicators in the viewfinder Warning sounds

Warning/ Flashing/ :Continuous :2 flashes/s :Battery continuous :1 flash/s :4 flashes/s 4 beeps/sstatus WARNING REC/tally BATT :1 beep/sindication :

Continuous beep

RF Continuousa) a)

SERVO Continuous

HUMID Continuous a)

b)

SLACK Continuous

TAPEc) Flashinga) a)

TAPE and E Flashing

BATT Flashing d)

BATT and E Flashing

Operation warnings

When a problem occurs either at power on or during operation, warnings are given by the WARNING indicator and TALLY indicator, in the display panel, and inthe viewfinder. The speaker and earphone also give audible warnings.

6-3 Operation Warnings

a) During recordingb) During playback, fast forward, rewind, or stopc) Also, “5-0” appears for the tape remaining indication.d) During recording or stop modee) During auto interval recording mode, once the VTR stops.

Problem

Video head gapclogged or problem inrecording circuit.

Servo lock lost.

Condensation on thehead drum.

The tape cannot bewound properly.

Near the end of tape.

End of tape.

Low battery.

Dead battery.

VTR action

After clogged head is detected, recordingcontinues but is substandard.

Recording continues but is substandard.

Recording continues but stops if the tape sticksto the head drum. Playback, fast forward, andrewind do not operate.

VTR stops. An error code appears in the timecode display section of the display panel. Lookup the error code in the Maintenance Manual.

Operation continues.

Record, playback, and fast forward do notoperate.

Operation continues. e)

Operation stops.

Corrective action

Clean the heads. If recording is still substandard,turn off the power and consult your Sonyrepresentative.

Turn off the power and consult your Sonyrepresentative. Note that this indication may begiven momentarily when the tape starts moving,but this does not indicate a problem.

Stop the tape and wait until the HUMID indicatordisappears.

Remove the cassette by the method described inthe Maintenance Manual. Close the cassette lidwithout loading a cassette, turn off the power, andconsult your Sony representative.

Be prepared to change the cassette.

Change the cassette or rewind the tape.

Change the battery.

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Operation/error messagesAn operation or error message is displayed in the operation/errormessage display area in the viewfinder.

Operation/error message Meaning

AUTO INTERVAL **M**S Indicates the camera is in the Auto IntervalRec mode. **M**S indicates the shootinginterval.

MANU INTERVAL *FRAME Indicates the camera is in the singletrigger mode of the Manual Interval Recmode. *FRAME indicates the number offrames.

INTERVAL **S(M/H)*FRAME Indicates the camera is in the continuoustrigger mode of the Manual Interval Recmode. **S(M/H) indicates the triggerinterval and *FRAME indicates the numberof frames.

40Mbps(30Mbps) Indicates the recording bit rates.When the recording bit is set to 50M,50Mbps is not displayed.

LOW LIGHT Appears, depending on the setting, toindicate the subject illumination isinadequate.

TAPE REC INH. Appears when recording on a write-protected cassette.

TELE FILE MEMORY FULL Appears when you load a cassette with afull memory label.

TELE FILE NEAR FULL Appears when you load a cassette with amemory label that is nearly full.


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Operation/error message Meaning

Retake Search Failed Appears when the camcorder fails toposition the tape at recording startingpoint when recording using the re-takefunction. a)

Humid Disturbed INT REC Appears when there are portions whererecording has failed due to condensationwhile shooting pictures at intervals (usingthe interval rec function).

ON-BOARD BATTERY EMPTY Appears when the backup battery for theinternal clock has been used up. b)

a) In this case, position the tape at the point where you want to start the recordingmanually.

b) To replace the backup battery, contact your nearest Sony dealer.


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Notes on CCD image sensors

Vertical smearSmear tends to be produced when an extremely bright object is beingshot; it is more likely to occur with a faster electronic shutter speed.

Vertical smear

AliasingWhen patterns of stripes or lines are shot, they may appear jagged.

Vertical tails show on the image.

Monitor screen

Bright object(mercury lamp, the sun, reflections, etc.)

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SpecificationsPower voltage12 +5.0 V DC–1.0

Power consumption27 W (with 12 V DC supply, when recording)

Operating temperature0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Operating humidity25% to 85% (relative humidity)

Storage temperature-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)

MassApprox. 5.3 kg (11 lb 11 oz) (with microphone, viewfinder, BCT-60MX,and BP-L60A Battery Pack)

Dimensions

Dimensions in mm

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Video Camera SectionGeneralImager2/3-type CCD with 1,00,000 pixels

Effective picture elements980 (H) x 988 (V) (for the MSW-900)980 (H) x 1164 (V) (for the MSW-900P)

Imager ConfigurationRGB 3 CCDs

Spectral systemF1.4 prism system (with quartz filter)

Built-in filtersCC filter

A: Cross filterB: 3200KC: 4300KD: 6300K

ND filter1: Clear2: 1/4 ND3: 1/16 ND4: 1/64 ND

Lens mountSpecial bayonet type

Sensitivity89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx (F11 standard)

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Minimum illumination0.2 1x (at F1.4, +48 dB gain)

S/N65 dB (Y typical) (for the MSW-900)63 dB (Y typical) (for the MSW-900P)

Modulation16:9 mode: 70 %4:3 mode: 55%

Registration0.05 % or better for entire screen area (excluding lens distortion)

Geometrick distortionNone identified (excluding distortion due to lens)

SmearY-typical/–140 dB

Viewfinder

CRT2-inch monochrome, quick start type

Horizontal resolution16:9 mode: 450 TV lines4:3 mode: 600 TV lines

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VTR SectionGeneralUsable cassette tapesBCT-6MX/12MX/22MX/32MX/60MX 1/2-inch MPEG IMX cassettetapes

Tape speedApprox. 64.467 mm/s (at 30 frames) (for the MSW-900)Approx. 53.776 mm/s (at 25 frames) (for the MSW-900P)

Record/playback time60 minutes (using BCT-60MX video cassette) (MSW-900)71 minutes (using BCT-60MX video cassette) (MSW-900P)

Fast forward timeApprox. 5 minutes (using BCT-60MX video cassette)

Rewind timeApprox. 5 minutes (using BCT-60MX video cassette)

Continuous recording timeApprox. 110 minutes (using BP-L60A Battery Pack)

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Digital videoDigital video signalSampling frequency Y 13.5 MHz

R-Y/B-Y 6.75 MHz

Quantization 10 bits/sample(8 bits/sample for compression processing)

Compression MPEG-2 4:2:2P@ML 50Mbps

Channel coding S-NRZI PR-IV

Error correction Reed-Solomon code

Audio (with standard playback machine)

Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5 dB–1.0

Dynamic range 85 dB min. (emphasis ON)

Distortion 0.08% max.

Cross talk –70 dB max.

Wow and flutter Below measurable limit

Input/output connectorsSignal inputsAUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (XLR, 3-pin, female)–60 dBu/+4 dBu(0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms.)

MIC IN (XLR, 3-pin, female)–60 dBu, with an external power supply system (+48V DC, maximumcurrent 3 mA)

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GENLOCK IN (BNC type)1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced

TC IN (BNC type)0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 k Ω

Signal outputsTEST OUT (BNC type)1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced

VIDEO OUT (BNC type)75 Ω, unbalancedVBS OUT: 1.0 Vp-pSDI OUT: 0.8 Vp-p (only when the MSDW-902 is installed)

AUDIO OUT (XLR, 5-pin, male)0 dBm

TC OUT (BNC type)1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω

EARPHONE (minijack)8 Ω, –∞ to -18 dBs variable

OthersDC IN (XLR, 4-pin, male)11 to 17 V DC

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DC OUT (4-pin)11 to 17 V DC, maximum current 0.1 A

LENS (12-pin)

REMOTE (8-pin)

Supplied AccessoriesMicrophone (super cardioid directional, external power supply type) (1)Shoulder Strap (1)Lens mount securing rubber (1)Operation Manual (1)CD-ROM (1)

Recommended Additional EquipmentPower supply and related equipmentBP-L60A Battery PackBC-L120 Battery Charger (for BP-L60A Battery Pack)BP-M50/M100 Battery PackBC-M50 Battery Charger (for BP-M50/M100 Battery Pack)AC-550/550CE AC AdaptorAC-DN2B AC Adaptor

MPEG IMX cassette tapesBCT-6MX/12MX/22MX/32MX/60MX

Memory labelMLB-1M-100

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Camera adaptorCA-701CA-702/702PCA-755/755P

Viewfinder and related equipmentBKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation BracketFog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11)Lens assembly (farsighted) (Part No. A-8262-537-A)Lens assembly (low magnification) (Part No. A-8262-538-A)Lens assembly (standard magnification with special compensation foraberrations) (Part No. A-8267-737-A)

Optical attachmentsND filter (1/8 ND) (Part No. 3-174-685-01)ND filter (1/32 ND) (Part No. 3-174-683-01)Consult your Sony representative for more information about these filters.

Equipment for remote controlRM-B150 Remote Control Unit

Audio equipmentC-74 microphoneECM-MS5 stereo microphoneCAC-12 Microphone HolderCRS-3P Cradle SuspensionWRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner UnitWRR-810A/860A/862A UHF Portable TunerWRT-27 UHF TransmitterBTA-27 UHF Portable Tuner Attachment KitCCXA-53 Audio Cable (for converting 5-pin connector to two 3-pinconnectors)For Audio equipment described above, confirm whether the connector is male orfemale and the number of pins on the connector.

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The audio input connectors of the camcorder are female and 3-pin and the audiooutput connectors are male and 5-pin. A converting adaptor may be requireddepending on the audio equipment to be connected to the camcorder.

Extension boardsMSDW-902 SDI OUTPUT BOARDMSDW-903 PICTURE CACHE BOARDMSDW-904 ANALOG COMPOSIT INPUT BOARDHKDW-704 GPS UNIT

Memory StickMSA-8A (8 MB)MSA-16A (16 MB)MSA-32A (32 MB)MSA-64A (64 MB)

Equipment for maintenance and easier handlingBCT-D12CL Cleaning CassetteHard Carrying CaseLC-DS300SFT Soft Carrying CaseTripod Adaptor VCT-14Rain coverWRR Tuner Fitting (service part number: A-8278-057-A)Maintenance Manual

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Menu ListThis section briefly explains menus that the camcorder provides foradjustments and settings using tables.For the menu configuration, see “4-6-1 Menu Configuration” on page 4-44Chapter 4 elaborates on adjustments and settings to be made using the USERmenu.

This manual also explains some of adjustments and settings to be madeusing the OPERATION menu, PAINT menu, MAINTENANCE menu,FILE menu and DIAGNOSIS menu.For detailed information on these menus, refer to the Maintenance Manual.

The MSW-900/900P also has the ALL menu that contains all items ofthe OPERATION menu, PAINT menu, MAINTENANCE menu, FILEmenu and DIAGNOSIS menu.

OPERATION Menu ListSome pages of the OPERATION menu have been registered in theUSER menu at the factory. The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menuallows you to edit the USER menu to suit your requirements.This section describes the list of the OPERATION menu pages firstregistered in the USER menu. For detailed information on functions, seethe reference pages given in the table.The section then describes the list of the pages on the OPERATIONmenu excluding those registered in the USER menu.

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Page Setting items Reference page

OUTPUT SEL REAR BNC OUT SEL 4-98

FUNCTION 1 ASSIGN SW <1> 3-22, 3-28, 3-52, 4-36,

ASSIGN SW <2> 4-105

DF/NDF

END SEARCH

LOOP/INTVAL REC

LOOP REC TIME

TAKE TOTAL TIME

REC TIME

NUMBER OF FRAME

TRIGGER INTERVAL

PRE-LIGHTING

VF DISP 1 VF DISP 4-68

VF DISPLAY MODE

DISP EXTENDER

DISP FILTER

DISP WHITE

DISP GAIN

DISP SHUTTER

DISP AUDIO

DISP TAPE

DISP IRIS

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VF DISP 2 DISP ZOOM 4-69

DISP COLOR TEMP.

DISP VOLT

DISP DC IN

DISP 16:9 ID

DISP WRR RF LVL

DISP TIME CODE

‘!’LED GAIN <!> 2-47

SHUTTER <!>

WHT PRESET <!>

ATW RUN <!>

EXTENDER <!>

FILTER <!>

OVERRIDE <!>

MARKER 1 MARKER 4-72

CENTER

SAFETY ZONE

SAFETY AREA

ASPECT

ASPECT SELECT

ASPECT MASK (4:3)

ASPECT MASK LVL

100% MARKER

GAIN SW GAIN LOW 4-96

GAIN MID

GAIN HIGH

GAIN TURBO

TURBO SW IND.

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VF SETTING ZEBRA 4-75

ZEBRA SELECT

ZEBRA1 DET.LEVEL

ZEBRA1 APT.LVL

ZEBRA2 DET.LEVEL

VF DETAIL LEVEL

AUTO IRIS IRIS OVERRIDE 4-20

IRIS SPEED

CLIP HIGH LIGHT

IRIS WINDOW

IRIS WINDOW IND.

IRIS VAR WIDTH

IRIS VAR HEIGHT

IRIS VAR H POS

IRIS VAR V POS

SHOT ID ID-1 4-81

ID-2

ID-3

ID-4

SHOT DISP SHOT DATE 4-78

SHOT TIME

SHOT MODEL NAME

SHOT SERIAL NO

SHOT ID SEL

SHOT 16:9 ID

SHOT BLINK CHARA

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SET STATUS STATUS ABNORMAL 4-87

STATUS FUNCTION

STATUS AUDIO

EXT VIDEO IN REC VIDEO SOURCE 3-63

EE OUTPUT DELAY

SETUP REMOVE a)

USER FILE USER FILE LOAD 4-124, 4-128, 4-132,

USER FILE SAVE 4-135

F.ID

USER PRESET

LENS FILE LENS FILE SELECT 4-113

F.ID

a) Only for MSW-900

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The following is the list of the pages of the OPERATION menu that arenot included in the USER menu at the factory.

NoteWhen the setting range is surrounded by parenthesis ( ) in the settingcolumn, the setup value is a relative value. The setting range inparenthesis ( ) can be different from what is shown in the manualdepending on the setting in the layers below.

Page Items Setting Content

TEST OUT TEST OUT OFF/ONMARKER

TEST OUT OFF/ONVF DISP

TEST OUT OFF/ONMENU

TEST OUT OFF/ONZEBRA

TEST OUT OFF/ONTC

TEST OUT ENC/R/G/BSELECT

Selects whether or notthe marker signal ismixed to the outputsignal from the TESTOUT connector.

Selects whether or notthe VF DISP displaysignal is mixed to theoutput signal from theTEST OUT connector.

Selects whether or notthe MENU display signalis mixed to the outputsignal from the TESTOUT connector.

Selects whether or notthe ZEBRA displaysignal is mixed to theoutput signal from theTEST OUT connector.

Selects whether or notthe time code signal ismixed to the outputsignal from the TESTOUT connector.

Selects the output signalof TEST OUT.

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FUNCTION 2 WHITE MEM/ATWSWITCH 

SHOCKLESS OFF/1/2/3WHITE

LOW LIGHT OFF/ON

LOW LIGHT (–99 to 99)LEVEL

VF BATT 10%/20%WARNING

Sets the function of theWHITE BAL B switch.

Changes the white gainsmoothly when operatingthe WHITE BAL switch.

Turns the warning displayon or off when the videoaverage level is less thanthe preset value.

Sets the level at whichthe LOW LEVEL functionbecomes effective.

Selects the remainingamount of the alarmvoltage when the Antonbattery, BP-50M, or BP-100M is connected.

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Turns the box cursor onor off.

Width (from the center toright or left side)

Height (from the centerto top or bottom)

H position of the center

V position of the center

H position of the centermarker

V position of the centermarker


MARKER 2 USER BOX OFF/ON

USER BOX 1 to 465WIDTH

USER BOX 1 to 120 a)

HEIGHT 1 to 142 b)

USER BOX (–466 to 465)H POS.

USER BOX (–120 to 119)a)

V POS. (–142 to 142)b)

CENTER (–466 to 465) H POS.

CENTER V (–121 to 120)a)

POS. (–143 to 143)b)

a) For the MSW-900

b) For the MSW-900P

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OFFSET WHT OFFSET OFF/ON WHITE <A>

WARM– ColorCOOL <A> temperature

display

COLOR (–99 to 99)FINE <A>

OFFSET OFF/ONWHITE 

WARM– ColorCOOL temperature

display

COLOR (–99 to 99)FINE 

ON: Adds the offsetadjusted on this page tothe white balance ofchannel A.

Sets the offset for thewhite balance of channelA, using the colortemperature. Adjust thevalue while looking at thereal image because errortends to be greater foradjustment of high colortemperature.

Adjusts the value moreprecisely if theadjustment by WARM-COOL <A> is notsatisfactory.

ON: Adds the offsetadjusted on this page tothe white balance of thechannel B.

Sets the offset for thewhite balance of channelB, using the colortemperature. Adjust thevalue while looking at thereal image because errortends to be greater foradjustment of high colortemperature.

Adjusts the value moreprecisely if theadjustment by WARM-COOL is notsatisfactory.

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SHT ENABLE SHUTTER OFF/ONECS

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/100 (1/60) a)

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/125

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/250

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/500

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/1000

SHUTTER OFF/ON1/2000

Sets the ECS mode toON or OFF.

Sets 1/100 (1/60) shuttermode to ON or OFF.

Sets 1/125 shutter modeto ON or OFF.



Sets 1/1000 shuttermode to ON or OFF.

Sets 1/2000 shuttermode to ON or OFF.

a) 1/100 for the MSW-900

1/60 for the MSW-900P


FORMAT 16:9/4:3 16:9/4:3SELECT

SCAN I/PsFMODE

REVERSE OFF/ONIMAGE

H DELAY -6 to 6(REV.IMG)

UC/J UC/JSELECT a)

Selects the aspect ratio.

Selects the CCD scanmode.

Reverses the pictureorientation vertically andhorizontally.

Makes fine horizontaladjustment of thepicture.

Selects the signalformat.

a) Only for the MSW-900

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PAINT Menu List


SW STATUS GAMMA OFF/ON

CHROMA OFF/ON

MATRIX OFF/ON

KNEE OFF/ON

WHITE CLIP OFF/ON

DETAIL OFF/ON

APERTURE OFF/ON

FLARE ON/OFF

EVS OFF/ON

TEST SAW OFF/ON

Turns the gammacorrection on or off.

Turns the chroma of thecomposite signal on oroff.

Turns the linear matrixcorrection on or off.

Turns the kneecorrection on or off.

Turns the white clippingcorrection on or off.

Turns the detail signal onor off.

Turns the aperturefunction on or off.

Turns the flare functionon or off.

Turns the EVS shutteron or off.

Selects the test signal.

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WHITE COLOR ColorTEMP <A> temperature

display

COLOR (–99 to 99)FINE <A>

R GAIN <A> (–99 to 99)

B GAIN <A> (–99 to 99)

COLOR ColorTEMP temperature

display

COLOR (–99 to 99)FINE 

R GAIN (–99 to 99)

B GAIN (–99 to 99)

Sets the temperature ofWHITE A.

Adjusts the value moreprecisely when the colortemperature adjustmentthrough COLOR TEMP is notsatisfactory.

Only the value of R GAIN ischanged.

Only the value of B GAIN ischanged.

Sets the temperature ofWHITE B.

Adjusts the value moreprecisely when the colortemperature adjustmentthrough COLOR TEMP is notsatisfactory.

Only the value of R GAIN ischanged.

Only the value of B GAIN ischanged.

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Page Items Settings Content

BLACK/ MASTER (–99 to 99)FLARE BLACK

R BLACK (–99 to 99)

B BLACK (–99 to 99)

MASTER (–99 to 99)FLARE

R FLARE (–99 to 99)

G FLARE (–99 to 99)

B FLARE (–99 to 99

FLARE OFF/ON


Adjusts the master blacklevel.

Adjusts the R black level.

Adjusts the B black level.

Adjusts the flare level of themaster.

Adjusts the R flare level.

Adjusts the G flare level.

Adjusts the B flare level.

Turns the flare correctioncircuit on or off.

Selects the output signal ofTEST OUT.

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GAMMA GAMMA OFF/ON

STEP GAMMA 0.35 to 0.90

MASTER (–99 to 99)GAMMA

R GAMMA (–99 to 99)

G GAMMA (–99 to 99)

B GAMMA (–99 to 99)


GAMMA STANDARD/SELECT FILM

GAMMA SEL 1 to 6 (STD)(STD/FILM) 1 to 5 (FILM)

Turns the gamma correctionfunction on or off.

Sets the master gammacorrection curve in steps.

Sets the master gammacorrection curve.

Sets the R gamma correctioncurve.

Sets the G gamma correctioncurve.

Sets the B gamma correctioncurve.


Selects the gamma table.

Selects the gamma table ofSTD/FILM.

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BLK BLACK OFF/ONGAMMA GAMMA

BLK GAMMA LOW/L.MID/RANGE H.MID/HIGH

MASTER (–99 to 99)BLK GAMMA

R BLACK (–99 to 99)GAMMA

G BLACK (–99 to 99)GAMMA

B BLACK (–99 to 99)GAMMA



KNEE KNEE OFF/ON

KNEE POINT 50 to 109

KNEE SLOPE (–99 to 99)

KNEE OFF/ONSATURATION

KNEE SAT (–99 to 99)LEVEL

WHITE CLIP OFF/ON

WHITE 100.0CLIP LEVEL to 109.5

Turns the black gammacorrection on or off.

Sets the range affected byblack gamma.

Adjusts the master blackgamma.

Sets the correction curve ofthe R black gamma.

Sets the correction curve ofthe G black gamma.

Sets the correction curve ofthe B black gamma.


Turns the knee correctioncircuit on or off.

Sets the knee point level.

Set the knee slope level.

Turns the knee saturationfunction on or off.

Sets the knee saturationlevel.

Turns the white clippingfunction on or off.

Adjusts the white clippinglevel.

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DETAIL1 DETAIL OFF/ON

APERTURE OFF/ON

DETAIL LEVEL (–99 to 99)

APERTURE (–99 to 99)LVL

DTL H/ (–99 to 99)V RATIO

CRISPENING (–99 to 99)

LEVEL OFF/ONDEPEND

LV. (–99 to 99)DEPEND LVL

DETAIL FREQ. (–99 to 99)

Sets the detail correctionfunction on or off.

Turns the aperture correctionfunction on or off.

Sets the general level of thedetail signal.

Sets the aperture level.

Sets the level of the V detailsignal.

Sets the crispening level.

Turns the level dependfunction on or off.

Sets the level of leveldepend.

Sets the frequency of the Hdetail signal.

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DETAIL 2 KNEE OFF/ONAPERTURE

KNEE (–99 to 99)APT LVL

DETAIL COMB (–99 to 0)

CROSS ON/OFFCOLOR

CROSS (0 to 99)COLOR LVL

DETAIL LIMIT (–99 to 99)

DTL (–99 to 99)WHT LIMIT

DTL (–99 to 99)BLK LIMIT

DTL (–99 to 99)V-BLK LMT

Turns the knee aperturefunction on or off.

Sets the knee aperture level.

Sets the level at which thecomb filter becomes effective.

Turns the cross colorcomponent on or off.

Sets the suppression level ofthe cross color.

Sets the both detail black andwhite limiters.

Sets the detail white limiter.

Sets the detail black limiter.

Sets the V detail black limiter.

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DETAIL3 FINE DTL OFF/ON

FINE DTL LVL (–99 to 99)

V DTL NAM/G/CREATION R+G/Y

H/V CONTROL H/V / VMODE

Turns the fine detail functionon or off.

Sets the level at which thefine detail function becomeseffective.

Selects the source signal ofthe V DTL signal.

Select the operation mode ofDETAIL H/V RATIO on theDETAIL 1 page.

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SKIN SKIN OFF/ONDETAIL DETAIL ALL

SKIN EXECDETECT

SKIN OFF/ONAREA IND.

SKIN 1/2/3DTL SELECT

SKIN OFF/ONDETAIL

SKIN (–99 to 99)DETAIL LVL

SKIN (–99 to 99)DTL SAT.

SKIN 0 to 359DTL HUE

SKIN 0 to 359DTL WIDTH

Turns on all of 1, 2 and 3 ofthe color detail function.

Executes the color detailfunction.

Turns the zebra indication onor off in the area of thecurrently selected type of thecolor detail function.

Selects the type of the colordetail function. The followingitems depend on the selectedtype of the color detailfunction.

Turns the color detail functionon or off for the type selectedin the above item.

Sets the level of the colordetail signal.

Adjusts the saturation level ofthe hue possessed by thecolor detail function.

Adjusts the center phase ofthe hue possessed by thecolor detail function.

Adjusts the width of the huepossessed by the color detailfunction.

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MTX MATRIX OFF/ONLINEAR

MATRIX OFF/ON(USER)

MATRIX OFF/ON(PRESET)

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) G-R

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) B-R

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) R-G

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) B-G

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) R-B

MATRIX (–99 to 99)(USER) G-B

Turns the linear matrixcorrection and user-set matrixcorrection functions on or off.

Turns the user-set matrixcorrection function on or off.

Turns the preset matrixcorrection function on or off.

Sets the arbitrary G-R user-set matrix coefficients.

Sets the arbitrary B-R user-set matrix coefficients.

Sets the arbitrary R-G user-set matrix coefficients.

Sets the arbitrary B-G user-set matrix coefficients.

Sets the arbitrary R-B user-set matrix coefficients.

Sets the arbitrary G-B user-set matrix coefficients.

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MTX MATRIX OFF/ONMULTI

MATRIX OFF/ON(MULTI)

MATRIX OFF/ONAREA IND.

MATRIXCOLOR DET

MTX B/B+/MG-/(MULTI)AXIS MG/MG+/R/

R+/YL-/YL/YL+/G-/G/G+/CY/CY+/B-

MTX (MULTI) (–99 to 99)HUE

MTX (MULTI) (–99 to 99)SAT

Turns the linear matrixcorrection and multi matrixcorrection functions on or off.

Turns the multi matrixcorrection function on or off.

Turns the zebra indication onor off in the areacorresponding to thecurrently selected setting.

Turns the automaticdetection function on or off.

Sets the region in which themulti matrix correctionfunction can be changed.(sixteen-axis mode)

Adjusts the color phaseaffected by the multi matrixcorrection function in everysixteen-axis mode.

Adjusts the saturation levelaffected by the multi matrixcorrection function in everysixteen-axis mode.

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V V MOD OFF/ONMODULATION

MASTER (–99 to 99)VMOD

R VMOD (–99 to 99)

G VMOD (–99 to 99)

B VMOD (–99 to 99)



LOW KEY LOW KEY SAT. OFF/ONSAT.

L.KEY SAT. (–99 to 99)LEVEL

L.KEY SAT. LOW/L.MID/RANGE H.MID/HIGH

Y BLACK OFF/ONGAMMA

Y BLK GAM (–99 to 99)LEVEL

Y BLK GAM LOW/L.MID/RANGE H.MID/HIGH

Turns the V modulationfunction on or off.

Turns the master Vmodulation function on or off.

Turns the R V modulationfunction on or off.

Turns the G V modulationfunction on or off.

Turns the B V modulationfunction on or off.


Turns the low key saturationfunction on or off.

Sets the saturation level ofthe low luminance part.

Sets the luminance level atwhich the low key saturationfunction becomes effective.

Turns the Y black gammafunction on or off.

Sets the gamma curve in thelow luminance part.

Sets the luminance level atwhich the Y black gammabecomes effective.

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Page Items Content

SCENE 1

FILE 2

3

4

5

STANDARD

SCENERECALL

SCENESTORE

F.ID

Recalls the scene file saved in the memoryof the camcorder.

Clears all current detail-adjusted settingsand switch settings and returns thesettings to the standard settings saved inthe reference file.

Recalls the scene file from the memory ofthe camcorder or the memory stick.

Stores the scene file in the memory of thecamcorder or the memory stick.

16 characters

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MAINTENANCE Menu List

Page Items Settings

WHT SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST

SHADING TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B

R/G/B WHT H SAW (–99 to 99)

R/G/B WHT H PARA (–99 to 99)

R/G/B WHT V SAW (–99 to 99)

R/G/B WHT V PARA (–99 to 99)

WHITE SAW/PARA OFF/ON

BLK SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST

SHADING TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B

R/G/B BLK H SAW (–99 to 99)

R/G/B BLK H PARA (–99 to 99)

R/G/B BLK V SAW (–99 to 99)

R/G/B BLK V PARA (–99 to 99)

BLACK SAW/PARA OFF/ON

MASTER BLACK (–99 to 99)

MASTER GAIN(TMP) –3/0/3/6/9/12/18/24/30/36/42/48

LEVEL ADJ ENC VIDEO LEVEL (–99 to 99)

RGB LEVEL (–99 to 99)

TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B

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Page Items Settings

BATTERY BEFORE END 1 5/10/15%

END 1 0/1/2/3/4/5%

BEFORE END 2 11.0 to 13.0V

END 2 10.5 to 11.5V

BEFORE END 3 11.0 to 13.0V

END 3 10.5 to 11.5V

VTR MODE-1 V/A OUT (FF/REW) EE/PB

REC AUDIO OUT EE/SAVE

CA-701 AUDIO IN ENABL/DSABL

AUDIO CH3/4 MODE CH1/2/SW

REAR EXL AUTO OFF/ON

FRONT MIC REF -60 dB/-50 dB

REAR 1 MIC REF -60 dB/-50 dB

REAR 2 MIC REF -60 dB/-50 dB

VTR MODE-2 AU DATA LENGTH 16 bit/20 bit

AU REC EMPHASIS OFF/ON

AU REF LEVEL –18 dB/–20 dB

AU REF OUT 0 dB/+4 dB/-3 dB

AU SG (1KHz) ON/OFF/AUTO

MIC CH1 LEVEL SIDE 1/FRONT/F + S1

MIC CH2 LEVEL SIDE 2/FRONT/F + S2

REAR1/WRR VR LEVEL SIDE 1/FRONT/F + S1

REAR2/WRR VR LEVEL SIDE 2/FRONT/F + S2

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Page Items Settings

VTR MODE-3 TC OUT AUTO/GENE

DF/NDF a) DF/NDF

EXT-LK DF/NDF a) INT/EXT

EXT-LK UBIT INT/EXT

LTC UBIT FIX/TIME

VITC UBIT FIX/TIME

WATCH AUTO ADJ OFF/ON

UBIT GROUP 000/101

VITC INS LINE 1 12 H to 19 H a)

9 H to 22 H b)

VITC INS LINE 2 12 H to 19 H a)

9 H to 22 H b)

VTR MODE-4 REC TALLY BLINK OFF/ON

REC START STOP OFF/ON

MODE SELECT SEL/OFF/CONT

TIMER SET 1H/3H/8H

STBY OFF TIMER OFF/5MIN/10MIN/30MIN/60MIN

STOP KEY FREEZE OFF/FRAME/FIELD

REC VIDEO RATE 50M/40M/30M

BIT RATE DISPLAY ON/OFF

VTR MODE-5 LTC UB-MARKER SET/ALL/OFF

REC START MARK OFF/ON

SHOT MARKER 1 OFF/ON

SHOT MARKER 2 OFF/ON

SHOT TIME DISP MD:HM/DM:HM/D:HMS

a) For the MSW-900

b) For the MSW-900P

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Page Items Settings

PRESET WHT COLOR TEMP. 3200

COLOR FINE (–99 to 99)

R GAIN (–99 to 99)

B GAIN (–99 to 99)

AWB ENABLE OFF/ON

DCC ADJUST DCC FUNCTION SEL DCC/ADP.K/FIX

DCC D RANGE 400/450/500/550/600%

DCC POINT (–99 to 99)

DCC GAIN (–99 to 99)

DCC DELAY TIME (–99 to 99)

AUTO IRIS 2 IRIS WINDOW 1/2/3/4/5/6/Variable

IRIS WINDOW IND. OFF/ON

IRIS LEVEL (–99 to 99)

IRIS APL RATIO (–99 to 99)

IRIS VAR WIDTH 20 to 465

IRIS VAR HEIGHT 20 to 120 a)

20 to 142 b)

IRIS VAR H POS (–452 to 452) a)

(–447 to 448) b)

IRIS VAR V POS (–101 to 100) a)

(–123 to 123) b)

IRIS SPEED 1/2/3/4/5

CLIP HIGH LIGHT OFF/ON

a) For the MSW-900

b) For the MSW-900P

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Page Items Settings

FUNCTION 3 TEST SAW SAW/REC SAW/REC

WHT FILTER INH OFF/ON

COLOR BAR SEL SMPTE/EBU/SNG

RM COMMON MEMORY OFF/ON

REC TALLY UPPER/BOTH

COLOR VF INPUT COMP/VBS/BOTH

USER & ALL ONLY OFF/ON

VTR START/STOP RM/CAM/PARA

EXT VTR REC CTL OFF/ON

REC INH. WITH CCU OFF/ON

GENLOCK GENLOCK OFF/ON

RETURN VIDEO OFF/ON

GL H PHASE (–99 to 99)

GL SC PHASE (–99 to 99)

GL SC 0/180 SEL 0/180

ND COMP ND OFFSET OFF/ON

CLEAR ND OFFSET

AUTO AUTO BLK SHADING EXEC

SHADING RESET BLK SHD EXEC


MASTER GAIN (TMP) -3dB/0dB/3dB/6dB/9dB/12dB/18dB/24dB/30dB/36dB/42dB/48dB

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Detailed information on items related to the VTRsection on the MAINTENANCE menuIn this section, detailed information on items in the MAINTENANCEmenu related to the VTR section are described.


BATTERY BEFORE 5/10/15%END 1

END 1 0/1/2/3/4/5%

BEFORE 11.0 toEND 2 13.0V(in

0.1V steps)

END 2 10.5 to11.5 V(in0.1V steps)

Used when a BP-M50/M100 Battery Pack isused. Sets the voltagewarning level just beforethe battery ends.Used when a BP-M50/M100 Battery Pack isused. Sets the voltagelevel at which the batteryends and the camcorderstops operation, justbefore the battery ends.

Used when a BP-L60ABattery Pack is used. Setsthe voltage warning leveljust before the batteryends.

Used when a BP-L60ABattery Pack is used. Setsthe voltage level at whichthe battery ends and thecamcorder stopsoperation, just before thebattery ends.

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Used when a battery packother than a BP-M50/M100/L60A or an external powerconnected to the DC INconnector is used. Sets thevoltage warning level justbefore the battery ends.Used when a battery packother than a BP-M50/M100/L60A or an external powerconnected to the DC INconnector is used. Sets thevoltage level at which thebattery ends and thecamcorder stops operation,just before the battery ends.

Selects the video output signalduring FF/REW.

Selects the audio outputsignal during recording.

Selects whether the cameraadaptor is enabled to use ornot enabled.

ENABL: Camera adaptor canbe used.DSABL: Camera adaptorcannot be used.

Selects the sources to berecorded to channels CH-3/4.CH1/2: Same sources as CH-1/2.SW: Signals selected by theAUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4switches.


BATTERY BEFORE 11.0 to(Continued) END 3 13.0V (in

0.1Vsteps)

END3 10.5 to11.5 V (in0.1Vsteps)

VTR MODE-1 V/A OUT EE/PB(FF/REW)

REC AUDIO EE/SAVEOUT

CA-701 ENABL/AUDIO IN DSABL

AUDIO CH1/2/MODE SW

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VTR MODE-1 REAR XLR OFF/ON(Continued) AUTO

FRONT -60dB/MIC REF -50dB

REAR1 MIC -60dB/REF -50dB

REAR2 MIC -60dB/REF -50dB

VTR MODE-2 AU DATA 16 bit/20LENGTH bit

AU REC OFF/ONEMPHASIS

AU REF LEVEL -18dB/-20dB

AU REC OUT 0dB/+4dB/-3dB

AU SG ON/OFF/(1kHz) AUTO

Turns the XLR connectionautomatic detection on oroff .

Sets the reference level ofthe front microphone.

Sets the reference levelwhen the AUDIO IN CH-1connector is set to MIC.

Sets the reference levelwhen the AUDIO IN CH-2connector is set to MIC.

Sets the bit length of thedigital audio recording.

Turns the audio emphasisduring recording on or off.

Sets the reference level(Head Room).

Sets the output referencelevel.

Sets whether to output a1 kHz test tone during theColor Bar mode or not.

ON: a 1 kHz test tone isoutput during the Color Barmode.

OFF: a 1 kHz test tone isnot output during the ColorBar mode.

AUTO: a 1 kHz test tone isoutput only when the CH 1AUDIO SELECT switch onthe inside panel is in theAUTO position.

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VTR MODE-2 MIC CH1 SIDE1/(Continued) LEVEL FRONT/

F+S1

MIC CH2 SIDE2/LEVEL FRONT/

F+S2

When recording the frontmicrophone sound on CH 1,selects which control knob isto be used for the leveladjustment.SIDE 1: Adjust it with theLEVEL knob (left side) onthe side panel.

FRONT: Adjust it with theMIC LEVEL knob on thefront panel.F + S1: It can be adjustedusing either the LEVEL knob(left side) or the MIC LEVELknob. (The two knobs arelinked to each other.)

When recording the frontmicrophone sound on CH 2,selects which control knob isto be used for the leveladjustment.

SIDE 2: Adjust it with theLEVEL knob (right side) onthe side panel.

FRONT: Adjust it with theMIC LEVEL knob on thefront panel.

F + S2: It can be adjustedusing either the LEVEL knob(right side) or the MICLEVEL knob. (The twoknobs are linked to eachother.)

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VTR MODE-2 REAR1/WRR SIDE1/(Continued) LEVEL FRONT/

F+S1

Selects any of these knobsto adjust the audio level ofthe equipment that isconnected to the wirelessmicrophone and whatever isconnected to the AUDIO INCH-1 connector on the rearpanel.

SIDE 1: Adjust it with theLEVEL knob (left side) on theside panel.

FRONT: Adjust it with theMIC LEVEL knob on the frontpanel.

F + S1: It can be adjustedusing either the LEVEL knob(left side) or the MIC LEVELknob. (The two knobs arelinked to each other.)

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VTR MODE-2 REAR2/WRR SIDE2/(Continued) LEVEL FRONT/

F+S2

VTR MODE-3 TC OUT AUTO/GENE

Selects any of these knobs toadjust the audio level of theequipment that is connectedto the wireless microphoneand whatever is connected tothe AUDIO IN CH-2connector on the rear panel.SIDE 2: Adjust it with theLEVEL knob (right side) onthe side panel.

FRONT: Adjust it with the MICLEVEL knob on the frontpanel.F + S2: It can be adjustedusing either the LEVEL knob(right side) or the MIC LEVELknob. (The two knobs arelinked to each other.)

Selects the time code signaloutput.

AUTO: Outputs the time codegenerator output duringrecording and outputs thetime code reader outputduring playback.

GENE: Outputs the time codegenerator output duringrecording and playback.

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VTR MODE-3 DF/NDF a) DF/NDF

(Continued)

EXT-LK DF/ INT/EXTNDF a)

EXT-LK UBIT INT/EXT

LTC UBIT FIX/TIME

VITC UBIT FIX/TIME

Sets DF or NDF mode.

DF: Drop frame mode

NDF: Non drop frame mode

Selects either internal settingor external setting for DF/NDF.INT: Internal

EXT: External

Sets whether the LTC UBITsetup value locks to an INTor an EXT source when thetime code is locked to anexternal source.

INT: Internal lock

EXT: External lock

Sets the data to be recordedin UBIT of LTC.

FIX: Records the data that isset by the user.

TIME: Records the presenttime.

Sets the data to be recordedin UBIT of VITC.

FIX: Records the data that isset by the user.

TIME: Records the presenttime.

a) Only for the MSW-900

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VTR MODE-3 WATCH AUTO OFF/ON(Continued) ADJ

UBIT GROUP 000/101ID

VITC INS 12 toLINE 1 19 H a)

9 to22 H b)

VITC INS 12 toLINE 2 19 a)

9 to22 H b)

VTR MODE-4 REC TALLY OFF/ONBLINK

REC START/ OFF/ONSTOP

MODE SELECT SEL/OFF/CONT

Matches the time of the built-in clock with the time data ofthe user bits of an externaltime code. Turns theautomatic time correctionfunction of the built-in clockon or off .

Selects the UBIT GROUPID.

Selects the line into whichVITC is to be inserted.

Selects the line into whichVITC is to be inserted.

Turns the tally illuminationcontrol on or off in the eventof BATTERY BEFORE END/TAPE BEFORE END.

Turns on or off the alarmsound at REC START/STOP.

Sets the time code (TC)display after power-off asfollows.

SEL: The TC display turnsoff after the elapse of thetime set by the TIMER SETbelow.

OFF: Not displayed.

CONT: Displayed.a) For the MSW-900

b) For the MSW-900P

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VTR MODE-4 TIMER SET 1H/3H/(Continued) 8H

STBY OFF OFF/TIMER 5MIN/

10MIN/30MIN/60MIN

STOP KEY OFF/FREEZE FRAME/

FIELD

REC VIDEO 50M/RATE 40M/30M

BIT RATE ON/OFF

DISPLAY

Sets the duration of timeafter which the TC display isto be turned off after power-off, when the MODESELECT item, above, is setto SEL (H: hours).

Sets the length of time forthe stand-by off timer.

Selects the freeze function.

Selects the recording bitrate.

Displays the recording bitrate or not. (This items isdisplayed only when 40Mbps or 30 Mbps isselected. )When operation or errormessages are displayed inoperation/error messagedisplay area, the recordingbit rate is not displayedeven when set to ON.

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VTR MODE-5 LTC SET/ALL/UB-MARKER OFF

REC START OFF/ONMARK

SHOT OFF/ONMARKER 1

SHOT OFF/ONMARKER 2

SHOT TIME MD:HM/DISP DM:HM/

D:HMS

Sets whether to write themarker in UBIT of LTC ornot.

SET: Whether to write themarker or not is determinedby the ON/OFF setting ofthe following items RECSTART MARK, SHOTMARKER 1 and SHOTMARKER 2, as describedbelow.

ALL: REC START MARK,SHOT MARKER 1 andSHOT MARKER 2 are allwritten.

OFF: None are written.Turns REC START MARKon or off.

Turns SHOT MARKER 1 onor off.

Turns SHOT MAKER 2 onor off.

Sets the format of the timeto be displayed on the LCD.

MD:HM: Month, day, hour,minute.

DM:HM: Day, month, hour,minute.

D:HMS: Day, hour, minute,second.

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FILE Menu List

Page Items Settings

USER FILE USER FILE LOAD

USER FILE SAVE

F. ID 16 characters

USER PRESET

USER FILE2 STORE USR PRESET

CLEAR USR PRESET

CUSTOMIZE RESET

LOAD CUSTOM DATA OFF/ON

LOAD OUT OF USER OFF/ON

BEFORE FILE PAGE OFF/ON

USER LOAD WHITE OFF/ON

ALL FILE ALL FILE LOAD

ALL FILE SAVE

F. ID 16 characters

ALL PRESET

STORE ALL PRESET

CLEAR ALL PRESET

3SEC CLR PRESET OFF/ON

SCENE FILE 1

2

3

4

5

STANDARD

SCENE RECALL

SCENE STORE

F. ID 16 characters

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Page Items Settings

REFERENCE REFERENCE STORE

REFERENCE CLEAR

REFERENCE LOAD

REFERENCE SAVE

F. ID 16 characters

SCENE WHITE DATA OFF

LENS FILE 1 LENS FILE RECALL

LENS FILE STORE

F. ID 16 characters

LENS NO OFFSET

SOURCE MEMORY

LENS FILE 2 LENS M VMOD (–99 to 99)

LENS CENTER H –466 to 465

LENS CENTER V -143 to 142 a)

-143 to 143 b)


LENS R FLARE (–99 to 99)

LENS G FLARE (–99 to 99)

LENS B FLARE (–99 to 99)

LENS W-R OFST (–99 to 99)

LENS W-B OFST (–99 to 99)

a) For the MSW-900

b) For the MSW-900P

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Page Items Settings

LENS FILE 3 SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST

TEST OUT SEL ENC/R/G/B

LENS R/G/B H SAW (–99 to 99)

LENS R/G/B H PARA (–99 to 99)

LENS R/G/B V SAW (–99 to 99)

LENS R/G/B V PARA (–99 to 99)

MEMORY STICK FORMAT

MS IN > JUMP TO OFF/USER/ALL/SCENE/LENS/REFER/USER 1

TELE FILE TELE FILE CLEAR EXEC

ID only displayed

SIZE

REMAIN

STATUS

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DIAGNOSIS Menu List

Page Items

HOURS METER RESET METER

DRUM RUNNING

TAPE RUNNING

OPERATION

THREADING

DRUM RUNNING - 2

TAPE RUNNING - 2

OPERATION - 2

THREADING - 2

TIME/DATE ADJUST

HOUR

MIN

SEC

YEAR

MONTH

DAY

ROM VERSION AT: Ver X.XX

SS: Ver X.XX

FP: Ver X.XX

EQ: Ver X.XX

DEV STATUS I/O EEPROM LSI NVRAM SCI

OPTION BOARD PICTURE CACHE

SDI OUTPUT

COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

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Using the CD-ROM ManualThe supplied CD-ROM includes manuals for the MSW-900/900P (inJapanese, English, French, German, Italian and Spanish). These manualsare created in pdf (Portable Document Format).

PreparationTo read the manuals included on the supplied CD-ROM, the AdobeAcrobat Reader is required.If the Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, you candownload it free from the Adobe home page introduced in the ReadMefile in the folder corresponding to your language on the CD-ROM. Installthe Adobe Acrobat Reader for the language corresponding to the manualyou want to read on your computer.

CautionDo not play back this CD-ROM using an audio CD player. Doing so mayresult in damage to your hearing or to the audio equipment due to loudsounds.

CD-ROM System RequirementsThe following are required to access the supplied CD-ROM.• Computer:

— Personal computer with an Intel® Pentium® processor, a personalcomputer equipped with a 100% compatible processor, or aMacintosh computer equipped with a PowerPC processor

— External or built-in CD-ROM drive• Operating system:

Microsoft® Windows® 95, Windows® 98, Windows NT® 4.0(service pack 5 or later), Windows 2000, or Macintosh OS

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Reading the CD-ROM ManualTo read the manual on the CD-ROM, proceed as follows.

1 Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD -ROM drive.

The folders of each language appear. The manuals are saved in thefolders of each language.

2 Double-click the folder for the manual corresponding to yourlanguage and double-click the folder corresponding to the OS ofyour personal computer.

3 Double-click the MANUAL PDF file.The MANUAL PDF file opens.

NoteIf you lose the CD-ROM disc or you cannot read it for some reason, youcan purchase a new CD-ROM disc. Contact your nearest Sony servicerepresentative. When ordering, be sure to specify the part number of theCD-ROM disc (3-690-860-0X).

TrademarksIntel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or itssubsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Macintosh and PowerPC are registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe SystemsIncorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

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About a “Memory Stick”What is “Memory Stick”?“Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable and versatile IC (IntegratedCircuit) recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a floppydisk. “Memory Stick” is specially designed for exchanging and sharingdigital data among “Memory Stick” compatible products. Because it isremovable, “Memory Stick” can also be used for external data storage.“Memory Stick” is available in two sizes: standard size and compact“Memory Stick Duo” size. Once attached to a Memory Stick Duoadapter, “Memory Stick Duo” turns to the same size as standard“Memory Stick” and thus can be used with products compliant withstandard “Memory Stick.”

Types of “Memory Stick”“Memory Stick” is available in the following six types to meet variousrequirements in functions.

• “Memory Stick PRO”Equipped with MagicGate copyright protection technology, designed foruse only with equipment compatible with “Memory Stick PRO”.• “Memory Stick-R”Stored data are not overwritten. You can write data to “Memory Stick-R”with “Memory Stick-R” compatible products only. Copyright protecteddata that requires MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot bewritten to “Memory Stick-R.”• “Memory Stick”Stores any type of data except copyright-protected data that requires the

MagicGate copyright protection technology.• “MagicGate Memory Stick”Equipped with the MagicGate copyright protection technology.• “Memory Stick-ROM”Stores pre-recorded, read-only data. You cannot record on “MemoryStick-ROM” or erase the pre-recorded data.

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• “Memory Stick” (with memory select function)Equipped with multiple memories (128 MB). You can select the memoryto use with the memory select switch on the back of the “Memory Stick”.You cannot use different memories simultaneously or continuously.

Available types of “Memory Stick”You can use a “Memory Stick” with your product.Note

You can not use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your product.

Note on data read/write speedData read/write speed may vary depending on the combination of the“Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” compliant product you use.

What is MagicGate ?MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryptiontechnology.

Before using a “Memory Stick”

Terminal

Write-protectedtab

Labelling position

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• When you set the “Memory Stick” erasure prevention switch to“LOCK,” data cannot be recorded, edited, or erased.

• Data may be damaged if:— You remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the unit while it is

reading or writing data.— You use the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to the effects of

static electricity or electric noise.• We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data that

you record on the “Memory Stick.”

Notes• Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to the “Memory

Stick” labeling position.• Attach the label so that it does not stick out beyond the labeling

position.• Carry and store the “Memory Stick” in its case.• Do not touch the connector of the “Memory Stick” with anything,

including your finger or metallic objects.• Do not strike, bend, or drop the “Memory Stick.”• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick.”• Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get wet.• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a location that is:

— Extremely hot, such as in a car parked in the sun— Under direct sunlight— Very humid or subject to corrosive substances

ACCESS IndicatorIf the ACCESS indicator is turned on or is flashing, data is being readfrom or written to the “Memory Stick.” At this time, do not shake thecomputer or product or subject them to shock. Do not turn off the powerof the computer and product or remove the “Memory Stick.” This maydamage the data.

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Precautions• To prevent data loss, make backups of data frequently. In no event will

Sony be liable for any loss of data.• Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the provisions of copyright

law. When you use a “Memory Stick” that has been pre-recorded, besure that the material has been recorded in accordance with copyrightand other applicable laws.

• The “Memory Stick” application software may be modified or changedby Sony without prior notice.Note that there are certain restrictions on recording stage performancesand other entertainment events, even if they are recorded for personaluse only.

....................................................................................................................................• “Memory Stick Duo” and are trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

• “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are trademarks of SonyCorporation.

• “Memory Stick-ROM” and are trademarks of SonyCorporation.

• “Memory Stick PRO” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick R” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Index I-1

ALARM volume control 2-10Aliasing 6-17ALL menu 4-46Anton Bauer Ultralight System 5-6Aspect ratio 4-114ASSIGN switches 2-21, 4-105Attaching a UHF portabletuner 5-25Audio

audio functions 2-5audio level adjustment 4-27audio level indicator 4-65level meter 2-42, 4-29line input 5-29testing the audiofunctions 6-7

AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectorsand LINE/MIC/+48 V ONswitches 2-9AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 switches 2-7AUDIO OUT connector 2-8AUDIO SELECT switches 2-7Auto Interval Rec function 3-28Automatic iris adjustment 4-20AUTO W/B BAL switch 2-21

BBACK TALLY indictor 2-40BACK TALLY switch 2-40Battery (See also Power supply.)

Anton Bauer UltralightSystem 5-6

IndexAAC-550/550CE AC Adaptor 1-7,2-1, 5-1, 5-5AC-DN2B AC Adaptor 1-7, 2-1,5-1, 5-6Accessory attachments 2-3AC power supply 1-7, 5-5Adjusting the flange focal length5-15Adjustments and settings forrecording

assigning the functions to theASSIGN 1/2 switches 4-105audio level 4-27black balance and whitebalance 4-1electronic shutter 4-12memory stick operations4-120menu display on theviewfinder screen 4-44selecting the output signals4-98setting the color temperature4-100setting the date/time of theinternal clock 4-110specifying an offset for theauto white balance setting4-102status display on theviewfinder screen 4-62time data 4-34

ADVANCE button 2-37

IndexI-2

Avoiding breaks in operationdue to dead batteries 5-4BATT indicator 2-47, 3-7,6-1, 6-14Battery attachment 2-1Battery status indicator 2-47,6-14BC-L120 Battery Charger1-7, 5-1, A-7Hunting 4-9Using the BP-L60A BatteryPack 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-27

BC-L120 1-7, 5-1, A-7BC-M50 1-7, 5-1, A-7BCT-D12CL 6-11, A-9BKW-401 1-6, 5-11, A-8Black balance

adjusting 4-2error message 4-4memory 4-5

BP-L60A 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-27, A-7BP-M50/M100 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-27,A-7BRIGHT control 2-16, 5-9Built-in speaker 2-13

CC-74 1-7, 5-21, A-8CA-701 2-8, A-8CAC-12 1-7, 5-21, A-8Camera section

features 1-1specifications A-2testing 6-2

Camera synchronizationcamera synchronization 4-43changing to an external powersupply 4-43connection example 4-39procedure 4-41releasing time codesynchronization 4-43setting the user bits 4-42

Cameraman tally indicator 2-18CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch2-33Cassette tape

loading 3-1preventing accidentalerasure 3-5slack checking 3-3unloading 3-3usable cassettes A-7

CC filter 2-19, 4-7CCD scan mode 4-117Center marker 2-17Cleaning

BCT-D12CL cleaningcassette 6-11, A-9video heads 6-11viewfinder 6-12

Color playback 3-57Condensation 6-2Continuous recording

continuous recording 3-12continuous recording onprevious cut (RE-TAKEfunction) 3-51

Index I-3

CONTRAST control 2-16, 5-9CRS-3P Cradle Suspension 5-21,A-8CTL 2-45

DDATA DISPLAY switch 2-45DCC function 2-22DC IN connector 2-1DC OUT connector 2-9DIAGNOSIS menu 4-46Diopter adjustment ring 2-17Display panel

status and warningindicators 2-43, 6-14tape status, battery status, andlevel indicators 2-42time code displays 2-44

DISPLAY switch 2-40DISPLAY (LCD) switch 2-37Drop frame/non-drop frame mode4-36

EEarphone checking 6-8EARPHONE jacks 2-14ECS mode 4-12, 4-16E-E sound 2-13EJECT button 2-28Electronic shutter

See Shutter.End Search function 3-52Equipment setup

adjusting the flange focal

length 5-15adjusting the shoulder padposition 5-34adjusting the viewfinder 5-7attaching the shoulder strap5-32audio input system 5-17connecting the remote controlunit 5-37mounting the lens 5-14power supply 5-1putting on the rain cover 5-35storing the camcorder in thecarrying case 5-7tripod mounting 5-30

Error messagesadjusting the black balance4-4adjusting the white balance4-10memory stick operations4-128, 4-131

EVS mode 4-12Extended Clear Scan mode

See ECS mode.Extender indicator 4-63External microphone

testing 6-8use 5-20

External time code 4-39Eyecup 2-15, 6-12

IndexI-4

Eyepiecedetaching 5-12disassembling 6-12reattaching 5-13

FF-stop indicator 4-64F FWD button and indicator 2-29FILE menu 4-46Filter

CC filter 2-19, 4-7filter indicator 4-66fog-proof filter 6-13ND filter 2-19, 4-7protecting filter 6-12selecting 2-19, 4-7

FILTER selector 2-19Flicker 4-13Freezing a picture 3-72F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch 2-38,4-35, 4-38Fog-proof filter 1-6, 6-13, A-8

GGain

gain indicator 4-65setting the GAIN selectorvalues 4-95

GAIN selector 2-21GENLOCK IN connector 2-26,2-34Good shot marker 3-15

HHead cleaning 6-11HOLD button 2-37HUMID indicator 2-43, 3-7, 6-1,6-14

I, J, KInternal clock setting 4-110Iris setting indicator 4-64

LLens

lens mount securingrubber 5-14locking lever 2-4mount 2-4mount cap 2-4mounting 5-14

LENS connector 2-4LEVEL controls 2-7LIGHT connector 2-4Light shoe 2-3LIGHT switch 2-2, 2-41Line input (audio) 5-29Loop Rec function 3-20LTC 1-4, 4-38

MMaintenance

video head cleaning 6-11viewfinder cleaning 6-12

MAINTENANCE menu 4-46

Index I-5

Memory Stickcompartment 2-31handling 4-120

Menu list A-10Microphone

supplied microphone 2-5using an externalmicrophone 5-21using the suppliedmicrophone 5-17

Microphone holder 5-21Microphone level adjustment

external microphone 4-27front microphone 4-30

MENU knob 2-32MENU ON/OFF switch 2-33MIC IN connector 2-5MIC LEVEL knob 2-5MLB-1M-100 3-58, A-7MONITOR switch /CH-1/2 /CH-3/4 switch

CH-1/2 /CH-3/4 switch 2-11MONITOR switch 2-12

MONITOR volume control 2-11MSDW-902 1-6, 3-57, 4-98, A-9MSDW-903 1-6, 3-20, 3-28, A-9MSDW-904 1-6, 2-26, 2-35, 3-63,A-9

NND filter 2-19, 4-7Notes on CCD image sensors 6-17

OOPERATION menu 4-46OUTPUT/DCC selector 2-22

P, QPAINT menu 4-46PEAKING control 2-16, 5-9Playback

checking the recording 3-56color playback 3-57freezing a picture 3-72parts and controls 2-15recording review 3-56using a color video monitor3-57

PLAY button and indicator 2-29Power supply (See also Battery.)

Anton Bauer UltralightSystem 5-6dead battery 5-4power supply 2-1using the AC-550/550CE ACadaptor 1-7, 5-5using the AC-DN2B ACadaptor 1-7, 5-6using the BP-L60A BatteryPack 1-7, 5-1

POWER switch 2-2Precautions 1-8PRESET/REGEN/CLOCKswitch 2-38Protecting filter 6-12Putting on the rain cover 5-35

IndexI-6

RReal time 4-36, 4-110REAR TALLY indicator 2-41Recording

basic procedure 3-6cassette tape 3-1, A-7checking the recording 3-56continuous recording 3-12continuous recording onprevious cut (RE-TAKEfunction) 3-51recording start marker 3-20recording start time code 3-58recording the video signalsfrom external equipment 3-63searching for the last recordedportion (End search function)3-52shooting and recording/playback functions 2-15shooting pictures at intervals(Interval Rec function) 3-28starting a shoot with a fewseconds of pre-stored picture(Loop Rec function) 3-20superimposed shot data 4-78

Recording review 3-56Recording run mode

See F-RUN/SET/R-RUNswitch.

Reference video signal 4-39REMOTE connector 2-25

Remote controlconnecting a remote controlunit 5-37RM-B150 Remote ControlUnit 1-6, 2-25, 5-37, 5-39,A-8

Removing a setup signal 3-71RESET button 2-37RE-TAKE function 3-51REW button and indicator 2-28RF indicator 2-43, 6-14RM-B150 1-6, 2-25, 5-37, 5-39,A-8

SSafety zone marker 2-17SCENE file

loading 4-147resetting the camcorder settingto the standard setting 4-152setting the File ID 4-145storing 4-137

SERVO indicator 2-43, 6-14Setup signal 3-71SHIFT button 2-37Shooting

See Recording.Shot ID

indicator 4-66setting 4-81

Shoulder padadjusting the position 5-34shoulder pad 2-4

Index I-7

Shoulder strapattaching the shoulder strap5-32shoulder strap posts 2-3

Shutterchanging the range of choiceof shutter mode and speedsettings 4-17indicator 4-65ECS mode 4-12, 4-16EVS mode 4-12selecting mode and speed4-13setting the electronicshutter 4-12shutter modes 4-12standard mode 4-12

SHUTTER selector 2-21SLACK indicator 2-43, 6-14Speaker

operation 2-13testing 6-8

Specifications A-1Status confirmation window 4-87STATUS ON/SEL / OFFswitch 2-32STOP button 2-29Storage precautions 1-8Supplied accessories A-7System configuration 1-6

TTALLY indicator 2-15, 2-40TALLY switch 2-17, 2-40TAPE and E indicator 2-42, 6-14Tape (See also Cassette tape.)

remaining tape indicator 2-42,4-64, 6-14testing the tape transportfunctions 6-6

TC IN connector 2-35TC OUT connector 2-35Tele-File 3-58TEST OUT connector 2-25Testing

See Testing the camcorderbefore shooting.

Testing the camcorder beforeshooting

audio level adjustingfunctions 6-7camera section 6-2earphone 6-8external microphones 6-8front microphone 6-7iris function 6-5preparations for testing 6-1speaker 6-8tape transport functions 6-6time code function 6-10user bit functions 6-10viewfinder 6-3VTR section 6-6

IndexI-8

XLR connection automaticdetection function 6-9zoom function 6-5

Testing the iris and zoomfunctions 6-5Time code

checking 6-10displaying 2-37, 2-44free run mode 2-38free run/set/recording runswitch 2-38preset/regeneration switch2-38resetting 2-37setting 4-34switch settings and displayedinformation 2-45synchronizing 4-39time code system 2-34

Time counter display 2-44Time data

displaying 2-44resetting 4-35setting 4-34

TOP menu 4-45Tripod

adaptor 5-30mount 2-4mounting 5-30

TURBO GAIN button 2-24

UUser bits

checking 6-10

displaying 2-44memory 4-38resetting 4-38setting 4-37synchronization 4-42

User fileSee USER menu setting.

USER menu settingdata to be saved as a user file4-127loading from the memorystick 4-128resetting 4-135saving as the user file to thememory stick 4-124setting the file ID 4-132

USER MENU CUSTOMIZEmenu 4-45, 4-52Using the supplied microphone5-17

VVertical smear 6-17Video

head cleaning 6-11monitor 1-6, 3-57

VIDEO OUT connector 2-25Viewfinder

adjusting the position 5-7adjusting the viewfinder focus5-9adjusting the viewfinderscreen 5-9

Index I-9

BATT indicator 2-47BKW-401 RotationBracket 1-6, 5-11cleaning 6-12detaching 5-10display mode and settingchange and adjustmentprogress message 4-70front-rear positioning lever2-17, 5-8indicators on the viewfinder2-46left-right positioning ring2-17, 5-7REC indicator 2-46related equipment A-8selecting display items 4-67setting 4-75status display 4-62stopper 2-18, 5-10testing 6-3VTR SAVE indicator 2-47

VITC 1-4, 4-38VTR

features 1-3operation and statusindicators 2-43specifications A-4testing 6-6

VTR SAVE/STBY switch 2-28VTR START button 2-27

WWARNING indicator 2-41, 6-14Warnings and indications

display panel indications2-42, 6-14message 6-15parts and controls 2-39status confirmation window4-89TALLY indicator 2-40, 6-14viewfinder screen displays6-14warning sound 2-10, 6-14warning system 6-14

White balanceadjusting 4-6error messages 4-10if you have no time to adjustthe white balance 4-11memory 4-11memory indicator 4-66

WHITE BAL switch 2-23WRR-810A/860A/862A 1-7, 5-27,A-8WRR-855A/855B 1-7, 5-26, A-8

ZZebra pattern 2-16ZEBRA switch 2-16Zoom

position indicator 4-63testing 6-5

IndexI-10

Name

Office

Address

Phone

The material contained in this manual consists of information thatis the property of Sony Corporation and is intended solely for useby the purchasers of the equipment described in this manual.Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the duplication of any portionof this manual or the use thereof for any purpose other than theoperation or maintenance of the equipment described in thismanual without the express written permission of SonyCorporation.

Sony CorporationB & P Company

© 2001

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