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OPERATION MANUAL

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Page 1 DIGITAL CAMCORDER DNW-7/7P DNW-90/90P DNW-90WS DNW-90WSP DNW-9WS/9WSP OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition (Revised 5) English...
Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. AVERTISSEMENT Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à...
Page 3 WARNUNG Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. For the customers in the USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of th e FCC Rules.
Page 4 MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center for collection, recycling or proper disposal. Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel- cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
Page 5 For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222- SONY (United States only) For the Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499- SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel- cadmium batteries. For the customers in Europe...
Page 6 Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants: E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision). Für Kunden in Europa Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Direktive (89/336/EEC) der EG-Kommission.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features ... 1-1 1-1-1 Camera Features ... 1-2 1-1-2 VTR Features ... 1-4 Example of System Configuration ... 1-6 Precautions ... 1-8 Using the CD-ROM Manual ... 9 1-4-1 CD-ROM System Requirements ... 9 1-4-2 Preparations ...
Page 8 Checking the Recording— Playback ... 3-13 3-3-1 Checking the Last Two Seconds of the Recording — Recording Review ... 3-13 3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor — Playback in Color ... 3-14 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance ...
Page 9 4-11 Using the Setup Card ... 4-101 4-11-1 Handling the Setup Card ... 4-101 4-11-2 Using Data on the Setup Card ... 4-103 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Power Supply ... 5-1 5-1-1 Using a BP-L60/L90 Battery Pack ... 5-1 5-1-2 Using an NP-1B Battery Pack ...
Page 10 Using the XLR Caps ... 5-40 5-10 Putting On the Rain Cover ... 5-41 5-11 Connecting the Remote Control Unit ... 5-43 5-12 Connecting a VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor ... 5-45 Chapter 6 Maintenance Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ... 6-1 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing ...
Page 11 Appendix Specifications ... A-1 Video Camera Section ... A-2 VTR Section ... A-5 Supplied Accessories ... A-8 Recommended Additional Equipment ... A-8 Glossary ... A-11 Index ... I-1 Table of Contents...
Page 13: Chapter 1 Overview
2) IT: Interline Transfer 3) Power HAD: Power Hole-Accumulated Diode “Power HAD” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. 4) CCD: Charge-Coupled Device 5) ENG: Electronic News Gathering...
Page 14: Camera Features
• The video gain can be boosted to 42dB instantly using the TURBO GAIN button. 1) The data saved in the setup card for the DNW-7/7P/90/90P/90WS/90WSP/9WS/ 9WSP is not interchangeable with the data saved in setup cards for other camcorders.
Page 15 • By connecting the CA-702 Camera Adaptor (not supplied), you can record external analog video signals or serial digital interface (SDI) signals. 1) “DynaLatitude”: “DynaLatitude” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 2) SNG: Satellite News Gathering uplink Chapter 1 Overview...
Page 16: Vtr Features
1-1-2 VTR Features The VTR features of this camcorder are described below. • Using the Betacam SX format, it provides picture quality as good as or better than the Betacam SP format. It supports nonlinear editing and high-speed transfer, while offering digital audio capability.
Page 17 • Optional long-life battery packs are available. • Pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens ensures recording continuity from the very next frame. • A slot-in UHF portable tuner (WRR-855A, not supplied) can be attached.
Page 18: Example Of System Configuration
1-2 Example of System Configuration The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder for ENG and EFP. For more information about connections of the additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter 5, as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment.
Page 19 Lens assembly ( 2.8 D to 2.0 D) (Part No. A-8262-537-A) Lens assembly ( 3.6 D to 0.8 D) (Part No. A-8262-538-A) Lens assembly ( 3.6 D to 0.4 D) (Part No. A-8267-737-A) Lens assembly magnification) ( 3.6 D to 0.4 D) (Part No.
Page 20: Precautions
Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. Use and storage locations Store in a ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorder in the following places. • Places subject to temperature extremes • Damp places •...
Page 21: Using The Cd-Rom Manual
1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual The supplied CD-ROM includes Operation Manuals for the DNW-7/90/ 90WS/9WS series of Digital Camcorder (English, Japanese, French, and German versions). 1-4-1 CD-ROM System Requirements The following are required to access the supplied CD-ROM disc. • Computer: PC with MMX Pentium 166 MHz or faster CPU, or Macintosh computer with PowerPC CPU.
Page 22 Notes • If Microsoft Internet Explorer is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.microsoft.com/ie • If Netscape Navigator is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://home.netscape.com/ • If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html •...
Page 23: To Read The Cd-Rom Manual
If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to read its content, for example because of a hardware failure, contact a Sony service representative. You can purchase a new CD-ROM disc to replace one that has been lost or damaged.
Page 25: Chapter 2 Locations And Functions Of Parts And Controls
BP-90A Battery Pack. Furthermore, by attaching an AC-DN1/DN2 AC Adaptor you can operate the camcorder from AC power. 2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male) Connect an AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with the adaptor.
Page 26: Light Switch
Excessive current in the internal circuitry, whatever the cause, will trip the internal circuit breaker, automatically cutting off the power. If the breaker trips, consult your Sony service personnel. 4 POWER switch This switch turns the main power supply on and off.
Page 27: Accessory Attachments
2-2 Accessory Attachments 1 Shoulder strap posts Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts. 2 Light shoe Attach a video light, etc. to this shoe. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Lens cable clamps Accessory attachments...
Page 28: Lens Mount
7 Tripod mount Fit the supplied tripod adaptor to mount the camcorder on a tripod. 8 LENS connector (12-pin) Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative for more information about the lens you are using. 9 Shoulder pad You can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by loosening the two screws.
Page 29: Audio Functions
2-3 Audio Functions Audio functions (1) 1 Microphone This is a super-cardioid directional microphone with an external power supply system. You can use it as an interview microphone by connecting it to an extension cable (not supplied). 2 MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type, 3-pin, female) The supplied microphone connects to this connector.
Page 30 3 MIC (microphone) AUDIO LEVEL control If one or both of the AUDIO IN switches are set to FRONT, you can adjust the recording level of the microphone. When AUDIO is set to ON in the VF DISPLAY 2/2 page of the setup menu and the viewfinder DISPLAY switch is set to ON, adjust the channel-1 audio level, watching the indication in the viewfinder.
Page 31 ADVANCE SHIFT LEVEL PRESET F-RUN REGEN R-RUN AUTO MANUAL CLOCK AUDIO SILECT DIAG DATA CH-1 DISPLAY AUDIO IN U-BIT FRONT TIME REAR SHOT WIRELESS Audio functions (2) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls CH-2...
Page 32 4 AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 recording level) controls These controls adjust the audio level of channels 1 and 2 when you set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to MANUAL. 5 AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel-1 and channel-2 select) switches These switches set the audio level adjustment for channels 1 and 2 to MANUAL or AUTO.
Page 33 VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor. Note The type of UHF portable tuner which can be connected depends on the country where the camcorder is used. For more information, consult your Sony representative. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 34 !™ !¡ !º Audio functions (3) !º ALARM volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. Minimum Maximum ALARM volume control 2-10 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 35 !¡ MONITOR volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone sound volume, excluding the alarm sound. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. MONITOR CH-1 CH-2 !™ MONITOR (audio channels select) switch This switch selects the audio output to the speaker or earphone. CH-1: Audio channel 1 MIX: Mixed sound of channels 1 and 2 CH-2: Audio channel 2...
Page 36 !£ Built-in speaker During recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring the E-E sound and during playback for monitoring one or both audio channels. The speaker also sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings. If an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack, the speaker sound is automatically cut off.
Page 37: Earphone Jack
!¢ EARPHONE jack Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker, and you hear the alarms about the camcorder’s operation and status through the earphone. 2-13 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 38: Shooting And Recording/Playback Functions
2-4 Shooting and Recording/ Playback Functions Shooting and recording/playback functions (1) 2-14 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Eyecup !º...
Page 39: Peaking Control
1 Viewfinder The viewfinder lets you view the camera image in black and white while shooting the picture and also see the playback picture from the VTR. It also displays various warnings and other information, a zebra pattern safety zone marker , and center marker 2 BRIGHT (brightness) control This control adjusts the picture brightness on the viewfinder screen.
Page 40 8 Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever Use this lever to move the viewfinder forward or backward. 9 Cameraman tally indicator This indicator lights while the camcorder is operating. Slide the window open when you shoot, keeping your eye away from the viewfinder.
Page 41 !¡ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• Shooting and record/playback functions (2) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls !™ !ª 2-17...
Page 42 !¡ FILTER selector This selector is a knob that selects the most appropriate filter to match the light source. Note that if the display mode is set to 3 when this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change/adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds (e.g.: FILTER: 3 ).
Page 43 (factory setting: 36 dB). To stop boosting the gain, press the button once more or use the GAIN switch. When the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit is connected to the camcorder, you cannot use this button.
Page 44 !¢ OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic contrast control) selector This selector switches the video signal that is output to the VTR, viewfinder, and video monitor, between the color bar signal and the camera output. It also switches DCC camera is selected. 1) DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control) Against a very bright background with the iris opening adjusted to the subject, objects in the background will be lost in the glare.
Page 45 !∞ GAIN selector This selector switches the gain of the video amplifier to match the lighting conditions during shooting. The gains corresponding to the L, M, and H settings are selected from the setup menu before use. The factory settings are L = 0 dB, M = 9 dB, and H = 18 dB. Note that if the display mode is set to 3 when this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change/adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds (e.g.
Page 46 This connector outputs a composite signal (standard level, 75-ohm terminated) to the video monitor. If the video monitor is connected here, you can monitor the picture being shot by the camcorder as well as the picture recorded by the VTR. When synchronizing the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, connect this connector to the video input connector of the external VTR.
Page 47 As for the VIDEO OUT connector, you can use this connector for synchronizing the time code of an external VTR to the time code of the camcorder. For information about the setting for test output, see Section 4-9-3 “Selecting the Test Output”...
Page 48 @¡ @™ Shooting and record/playback functions (4) @¡ VTR START button Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. The effect is exactly the same as that of the VTR button on the lens. 2-24 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls @£...
Page 49 @™ VTR SAVE/STBY (VTR power saving/standby) switch This 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 consumption is less than in standby mode, and battery life is extended.
Page 50: Setup Menu Operating Section
2-5 Setup Menu Operating Section 1 Setup card compartment Open the cover and insert the BSC-1 Setup Card (not supplied) into the slot with the “SONY” logo facing you. 2-26 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Setup menu operating section...
Page 51 2 Rotary encoder When the cursor is aligned with the page title of a setup menu, pressing the rotary encoder changes to the page switching mode. When the cursor is other than on the page title, pressing the rotary encoder switches to the mode in which you can change the value of the current menu setting.
Page 52: Time Code System
2-6 Time Code System 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 external equipment. • This connector also inputs a return video signal. 2 TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code with an external time code, connect the reference time code input here.
Page 53 4 TEST OUT (output) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, set the test output signal to composite video and connect this connector to the video input connector of the external VTR.
Page 54 !º !¡ !™ !£ Illustration: DNW-7/90/90WS (for the NTSC broadcast system) 2-30 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls OTL TO DATA HOLD RESET DISPLAY LOD LIGHT WARNING ADVANCE SHIFT LEVEL PRESET F-RUN REGEN R-RUN AUTO MANUAL CLOCK AUDIO SILECT DIAG DATA CH-1...
Page 55: Display Switch
5 HOLD (display hold) button Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data displayed in the counter display section. (The time code generator continues normal operation.) Pressing this button again releases the hold. One use of this feature is to determine the exact time of a particular shot. See Section 2-8 “Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel”...
Page 56: Shift Button
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 camcorder always operates in F-RUN mode. !¡ F-RUN/SET/R-RUN (free run/set/recording run) switch This switch selects the operating mode of the internal time code generator.
Page 57 !™ DATA DISPLAY switch U-BIT: Display the user bit value. SHOT-TIME: Display the date and time from the shot data. SHOT-NO.: Display the shot number from the shot data. Using the VTR menu, it is possible to set the unit to display the real time in the LTC user bits, or to record shot data in the VITC user bits.
Page 58: Warnings And Indications
2-7 Warnings and Indications The camcorder gives visual information and warnings without your having to look in the viewfinder. PRESET F-RUN REGEN R-RUN CLOCK DIAG DATA U-BIT SHOT 2-34 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls DISPLAY TIME...
Page 59 LOW) or turning it off. 4 DIAG (diagnosis) button Pressing this button when the VTR is stopped switches the camcorder to the self-diagnosis mode. In the self-diagnosis mode, it is possible to carry out a display panel test, a VTR test, or a camera test, and to display the test result.
Page 60: Warning Indicator
5 Back tally indicator This indicator functions exactly the same way as the front tally indicator when the back tally switch is set to ON. 6 Back tally switch This switch turns the back tally indicator on and off. 7 WARNING indicator This indicator lights up or flashes when there is a fault in the VTR.
Page 61: Warnings And Indications On The Display Panel
2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel Tape status, battery status and level indicators DIAG PB VITC NDF EXT-LK 00:00:00:00 TAPE p p p p p p p BATT E p p p p p p p SERVO HUMID Battery status indicator BATT Nearly dead: “BATT”...
Page 62 VTR operation and status indicators Lights during playback. Warning indicators RF: 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 Section 6-3 “Operation Warnings”...
Page 63: Time Code Displays
Time code displays Lights in playback mode. Lights when VITC is selected for the time code. Lights in non-drop frame mode (DNW-7/90/90WS only). Lights when the camcorder is synchronized with an external time code. DIAG PB VITC NDF EXT-LK 00:00:00:00 TAPE...
Page 64 Relationships between the DISPLAY switch and DATA DISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displays Except during setting of the time code, the time counter display is determined by the positions of the DISPLAY switch and DATA DISPLAY switch. For details of setting the time code menu operation, see Section 4-5-2, “Setting the Time Code”...
Page 65: Chapter 3 Recording And Playback
3-1 About Cassettes This section describes the procedure for loading and unloading a cassette. See “Specifications” (page A-1) for information about the cassettes you can use in the camcorder. 3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Cassette Loading a cassette Note If you insert a cassette which has been rewound on a rewinder with no beginning-of-tape detector into this unit, the “SLACK”...
Page 66 Press the EJECT button. The cassette lid will open. Check that there is no slack in the tape, then slide in the cassette until it clicks into position, and close the cassette lid completely by pressing near the engraved “PUSH”. Window outward Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Cassette lid...
Page 67: Unloading A Cassette
Checking the tape for slack Pressing in the reels lightly, turn them gently with your fingers in the directions shown below. If the reels will not move, there is no slack. Checking the tape for slack Unloading a cassette With the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette lid, then take out the cassette.
Page 68: Preventing Accidental Erasure
Unloading a cassette manually If the battery voltage drops below about 9V, take out the cassette manually as illustrated below. Cassette lid 1 Turn the power off. 2 Open this rubber cover. 3 Pushing on the screw inside with a screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise until the cassette lid opens.
Page 69: Recording
This section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording. Before a shooting session, make the checks listed in Section 6-1 “Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting” (page 6-1) to ensure that the camcorder is functioning properly. Turning on the camcorder and loading a cassette Follow the procedure below.
Page 70 After checking the points below load the cassette, and close the cassette lid. • The cassette is not write-protected. • There is no slack in the tape. • The leader tape is wound on the take-up reel. Basic procedure for shooting : from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording After turning on the power and loading a cassette, set the switches and selectors as shown below and begin operation.
Page 71 Shooting Follow the procedure below. Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK to adjust the black balance. Select the filter to match the lighting conditions, and adjust the white balance.
Page 72 When the black balance and white balance settings are already in memory: Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B. When the white balance setting is not in memory and you do not have enough time to adjust the white balance: Set the WHITE BAL switch to the PRST position.
Page 73: Continuous Recording
3-2-2 Continuous Recording If the camcorder is in the recording pause mode, simply pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens continues recording at exactly the next frame. In other cases, you first need to position the tape at an appropriate point to prevent the recording continuity from being lost.
Page 74: If You Turn Off The Power During A Recording Pause
4 seconds in length. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. 3-10...
Page 75 The tape will rewind and will be positioned at the desired point to continue recording in about 7 seconds. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 76: Recording Good Shot Markers
3-2-3 Recording Good Shot Markers It is possible to record a good shot marker on tape by pressing the RET button on the lens during recording. Press the RET button once to record shot marker 1. On the viewfinder screen, “r” and the time code of the marked point are displayed for about 3 seconds.
Page 77: Checking The Recording- Playback
If you hold the RET button down longer, at most 10 seconds of the tape is rewound and played back. After playback, the camcorder is ready to start recording again. Set CAM RET. to OFF on the FUNCTION 2/2 page of the setup menu when inputting a return video signal to the GENLOCK IN connector.
Page 78: Checking The Recording On The Color Video Monitor
3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor — Playback in Color Connect a color video monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector of the camcorder, and press the PLAY button. DNW-7/7P/90/90P/ 90WS/90WSP series 3-14 Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 79: Chapter 4 Adjustments And Settings For Recording
The black balance will require adjustment in the following cases. • When the camcorder is first used • When the camcorder has not been used for a long time • When the camcorder is used under conditions in which the surrounding temperature has changed greatly •...
Page 80: Adjusting The Black Balance
4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance In automatic black balance mode, the black balance is adjusted after the black set is adjusted. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for information about manual black balance adjustment.
Page 81 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK, and release the switch. AUTO W/B BAL switch The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is completed. During adjustment, the following messages are displayed on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). BLACK : OP -BLACK SET- Message during adjustment...
Page 82 The black balance adjustment ends in a few seconds with the message “BLACK : OK,” and the adjustment setting is automatically stored 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 viewfinder screen, but this is not a fault.
Page 83: Adjusting The White Balance
If the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on the viewfinder screen when the camcorder is turned on, the black balance memory content has been lost. Adjust the black balance again. Contact your Sony representative if this message continues to appear even after the black balance has been adjusted again.
Page 84 If the setting of the GAIN selector or WHITE BAL switch is changed, a message reporting the set position appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen (in display mode 3). Adjust the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions.
Page 85 Place a white test card under the same lighting conditions as the subject to be shot, and zoom up to it. Alternatively, any white object such as a cloth or a wall could be used. The absolute minimum white area is as follows: Adjust the lens iris.
Page 86 The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is completed. During adjustment, the message “WHITE : OP” is displayed on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). The white balance adjustment ends in a second with the message “WHITE : OK”, and the adjustment setting is automatically stored in the memory (A or B) that was selected in step 1.
Page 87 If automatic white balance adjustment cannot be made If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). Possible messages are listed below. White balance adjustment error messages Error message WHITE : NG...
Page 88: White Balance Memory
Adjust the black balance and the white balance again. Contact your Sony representative if this message continues to appear even after the black balance and the white balance have been adjusted again.
Page 89: Setting The Electronic Shutter
4-2 Setting the Electronic Shutter This section describes the shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes the procedure for selecting the shutter speed and mode. 4-2-1 Shutter Modes The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter and the shutter speeds that can be selected are listed below.
Page 90 60 Hz (DNW-90/90WS) or up to 50 Hz (DNW-90P/90WSP), to obtain images with no horizontal bands of noise. Improved vertical resolution. In the case of the DNW-7/7P/9WS/ 9WSP, the sensitivity of the CCD is reduced to half.
Page 91: Selecting The Shutter Mode And Speed
• When using the electronic shutter, set FIELD/FRAME to FLD (field accumulation mode) on the FUNCTION 2/2 page of the setup menu. 4-2-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and Speed Use the SHUTTER selector to select a shutter mode or a standard-mode shutter speed.
Page 92 The current shutter setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen. E.g.: SS : 1/250 or : CLS : 60.6 Hz Before the message from step 2 disappears, push the SHUTTER selector to SEL again and repeat until the desired mode or speed appears.
Page 93 Follow the procedure below. Setting the shutter speed in CLS mode Set the shutter speed mode to CLS. CLS:60.0Hz The value indicated differs between camcorder models. CLEAR SCAN page (factory settings) (Continued) 4-15 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 94 Turn the rotary encoder counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera to increase the value, or clockwise to decrease the value, until the desired frequency appears. The frequency ranges as follows. DNW-7: DNW-90/90WS: DNW-9WS: DNW-7P: DNW-90P/90WSP: 50.2 Hz to 9000 Hz in 310 steps, and DNW-9WSP: Pressing the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch toward the CANCEL/PRST position returns the setting to the default value,...
Page 95 SHUTTER SPEED page of the setup menu. Follow the procedure below. Note The SHUTTER SPEED page cannot be accessed when a remote control unit is connected to the camcorder. 1,2,3,5 2,3,4 Changing the range of choice of shutter mode and speed settings Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON.
Page 96 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 4-18...
Page 97: Changing The Reference Value For Automatic Iris Adjustment
4-3 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be changed to enable the shooting of clear pictures of back-lit subjects, or to obtain special effects. The reference value for the lens iris can be set within the following range with respect to the standard value as defined by an F number.
Page 98 • To close the iris by 0.25 stop: turn the rotary encoder clockwise as seen from the front of the camera. One bar appears in the lower part to the left of the F number in the iris indication. • To close the iris by 0.5 stop: turn the rotary encoder further clockwise as seen from the front of the camera.
Page 99 When the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit is connected The IRIS control knob of the RM-P9 can be used for lens iris setting. The bar display (π) will not appear, however. 4-21 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 100: Adjusting The Audio Level
4-4 Adjusting the Audio Level If you set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to AUTO, the input levels for the corresponding channels are adjusted automatically. Follow the procedure below to manually adjust the level for both audio channels. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to MANUAL. Adjust the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 controls so that at the maximum sound level the level meter indicates 20 dB.
Page 101 You can adjust the audio level input from the microphone for channels 1 and 2 by using the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder. Microphone audio level adjustment Set either or both AUDIO IN switches to FRONT as follows: •...
Page 102 Turn the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder to adjust the audio level while seeing the audio level indication. • When the incoming audio level is normal, the nine bars from the bottom are on. • The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally, but do not allow the top bar to go on.
Page 103: Setting The Time Data
Follow the procedure below to set the user bits. REGEN Illustration: DVW-7/90/90WS (for the NTSC broadcast system) Set the DISPLAY switch of the camcorder to DATA. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. OTL TO DATA HOLD RESET...
Page 104 Set the DATA DISPLAY switch to U-BIT. Set the user bits, using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press it, the flashing column moves one to the right. Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD button moves the flashing digit one to the left.
Page 105: Setting The Time Code
Follow the procedure below to set the time code. REGEN Illustration: DNW-7/90/90WS/9WS (for the NTSC broadcast system) Set the DISPLAY switch of the camcorder to TC. Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. OTL TO DATA...
Page 106 If you are using the DNW-7/90/90WS/9WS, set the DF/NDF switch. DF: Drop frame mode NDF: Non-drop frame mode Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the time code. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press it, the flashing column moves to the right one digit.
Page 107: Saving The Real Time In The Time Code
Press the RET button on the lens. This reads the previous recording, and synchronizes the internal time code generator, thus allowing the new time code recorded to follow on consecutively. 4-5-3 Saving the Real Time in the Time Code Setting the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to CLOCK saves the real time in the time code.
Page 108: Synchronizing The Time Code
4-5-4 Synchronizing the Time Code You can synchronize the internal time code generator of this camcorder with an external generator for the regeneration of an external time code. You can also synchronize the time code generators of external VTRs with the internal generator of this camcorder.
Page 109 Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders for time code synchronization Reference camcorder Camcorder to be synchronized Camcorder to be synchronized 1) Set GENLOCK to ON from the FUNCTION 2/2 page of the setup menu. For information about this setting, see Section 4-9-2 “Selecting the Functions”...
Page 110: Procedure For Time Code Synchronization
Follow the procedure below to synchronize the time code. Turn on the POWER switch. Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN. Set the DISPLAY switch of the camcorder to TC. 4-32 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Synchronizing the time code...
Page 111 When the time code is synchronized, only the time data is synchronized with the external time code value. Therefore, the user bits can have their own settings for each camcorder. You can also synchronize the user bits with external user bit data.
Page 112 Changing the power supply from the battery pack to an external power supply during time code synchronization To maintain a continuous power supply, connect the external power supply to the DC IN connector before removing the battery pack. You may lose time code synchronization if you remove the battery pack first. Camera synchronization during time code synchronization During time code synchronization, the camera is genlocked to the reference video signal input from the GENLOCK IN connector.
Page 113: Setting Cassette Numbers And Shot Numbers
4-5-5 Setting Cassette Numbers and Shot Numbers Follow the procedure below to set a cassette number or shot number. REGEN Setting a cassette number or shot number Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA. Set the DATA DISPLAY switch to SHOT-NO. A cassette number (left-hand 3 digits) and a shot number (right-hand 3 digits) appear in the display panel.
Page 114 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. The rightmost digit of the shot number starts flashing. Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the cassette number or shot number (up to 999). SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press this button, the flashing digit moves one to the left.
Page 115: Setup Menu Display On The Viewfinder Screen
4-6 Setup Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen If the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch is set to ON, the setup menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen. Use this setup menu to select settings and also to select which items are displayed on the viewfinder screen as well as how they are displayed.
Page 116 Pages and functions of the setup menu (continued) Page Page name number MASTER GAIN SHOT ID SHOT DATA DISP. SHUTTER SPEED ‘!’ LED SETUP CARD FUNCTION FUNCTION ZEBRA WIDE SCREEN (DNW-90WS/ 90WSP/9WS/ 9WSP only) 15 - 23 LEVEL 1 to 9 Pages 24 to 40 are part of the engineer-oriented menu.
Page 117 Note When the camcorder is connected to a remote control unit and is being controlled remotely, the SHUTTER SPEED and several pages of the engineer-oriented menu (MEASUREMENT and DATA RESET pages) are not displayed. There are also some pages which are displayed but which you cannot use to change settings.
Page 118: Basic Use Of The Setup Menu
4-6-2 Basic Use of the Setup Menu Use the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch, the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ ITEM switch, and the rotary encoder to manipulate the setup menu. Rotary encoder MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch Follow the procedure below to use the setup menu. Display the setup menu.
Page 119 Displaying the setup menu Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON to display the setup menu. The status display along the top and bottom disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears.
Page 120 Selecting an item Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch to ITEM. Every time you push this switch to ITEM, the cursor (arrow), which indicates the selected item, moves to the next item. Cursor Movement sequence You can also use the rotary encoder as follows to switch items. While a question mark appears at the left of the page title, if you press the rotary encoder, the question mark disappears, and the cursor appears.
Page 121 Changing the setting of ON/OFF selection of a selected item Check that the cursor is by the desired item, then press the rotary encoder. A question mark appears at the left of the setting value. Next carry out one of the following operations. To increase a setting value Turn the rotary encoder counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera.
Page 122 Return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and displays showing the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. When you close the switch cover...
Page 123: Indicators In The Viewfinder
4-7 Indicators in the Viewfinder The indicators of the status of the camcorder and the results of adjustments are arranged along the top and bottom edges of the viewfinder screen. 4-7-1 Layout of Indicators in the Viewfinder The indicators in the viewfinder are arranged as illustrated below.
Page 124 3 BATT (battery) indicator This indicator starts to flash when the voltage of the battery connected to the camcorder has fallen. This indicator stays on for a few minutes when the battery is dead. To prevent any interruption in operation, change the battery as soon as it gets low.
Page 125: Setting The Indicator
Note that at the factory the ‘!’ page is not set for display. To access the ‘!’ LED page, either set the camcorder to engineer mode, or select the ‘!’ LED page from the MENU SELECT page before use.
Page 126 Push the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the ‘!’ LED page shown below appears (or use the rotary encoder). Select whether the conditions. ‘ ! ’ LED m GAIN SHUTTER ON WHITE PRESET ATW RUN EXTENDER ON FILTER 2, 3, 4 A.
Page 127 To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 128: Status Display On The Viewfinder Screen
Viewfinder Screen The viewfinder screen displays not only the video picture but also characters and messages indicating the camcorder settings and operating status, a center marker, a safety zone marker, etc. When the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch is set to OFF, and the viewfinder DISPLAY switch is set to ON, the items for which an “ON”...
Page 129: Layout Of The Status Display On The Viewfinder Screen
4-8-1 Layout of the Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen are shown below. EX W C : 001 S : 001 @º ENW–/ 71000 95/01/01 12 : 10 !ª SHOT ID (1–4) !•...
Page 130 When an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System is used, this shows the remaining battery capacity numerically. 6 Self-diagnosis indicator When a fault has been detected in the camcorder, the indication “xxx?” appears. For example, when a fault is detected in the camera, the indication “CAM?” appears.
Page 131 !º Audio level indicator This indicator indicates the level of the audio channel 1. This indicator roughly corresponds to the peak indication of the level meter of the internal VTR of a sine wave input as follows: Audio channel 1 level indicator VTR level meter For information about turning the audio level indicator on and off, see Section 4-4...
Page 132 !£ Gain indicator This indicator indicates the gain (in dB) of the video amplifier, as set by the GAIN selector. !¢ White balance memory indicator This indicator indicates the currently selected white balance automatic adjustment memory. A: The WHITE BAL switch is set to A. B: The WHITE BAL switch is set to B.
Page 133: Selecting The Display Items
@º Model name and serial number indicator This displays the model name and serial number of the camcorder. This indicator is recorded together with the color bars. 4-8-2 Selecting the Display Items To select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen from the VF DISPLAY page, turn on or off the indication next to each item.
Page 134 Selecting the display items Follow the procedure below to select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen. 1,2,5 2,3,4 Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 135 VF DISPLAY 1/2 DISP MODE EXTENDER : ON ZOOM : ON VF DISPLAY 1/2 page (factory settings) VF DISPLAY 2/2 FILTER : ON WHITE : ON GAIN : ON SHUTTER : ON AUDIO : ON TAPE : ON IRIS : ON VF DISPLAY 2/2 page (factory settings) Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the desired item (or use the rotary encoder).
Page 136: Progress Messages
OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen (when the viewfinder DISPLAY switch is set to ON).
Page 137 Setting change and adjustment progress messages and display modes Message display condition When the filter selection has been changed When the gain setting has been changed When the setting of the WHITE BAL switch has been changed When the OUTPUT/ DCC selector has been set to DCC ON or OFF When the shutter speed...
Page 138 Changing the display mode The currently set display mode appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setup menu. Follow the procedure below to change it. 1,2,3 Follow steps 1 to 3 in Section 4-8-2 “Selecting the Display Items” (page 4-55), until the VF DISPLAY 1/2 page of the setup menu is on the viewfinder screen and the cursor is at DISP MODE.
Page 139: Setting The Marker Display
4-8-4 Setting the Marker Display Use the MARKER 1/2 page of the setup menu to switch the display of the center and safety zone markers on or off and to select whether the area indicated by the safety zone marker is 80%, 90% or 100% of the screen area.
Page 140 MARKER 1/2 SAFETY ZONE SAFETY AREA CENTER CENTER CENTER Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the desired item (or use the rotary encoder). For each item, operate the rotary encoder as follows (directions indicated as seen from the front of the camera). CENTER or SAFETY ZONE selections: For an “ON”...
Page 141: Recording Superimposed Shot Data In Color Bars
To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 4-8-5 Recording Superimposed Shot Data in...
Page 142 Use the following procedure. 1,2,6 2,3,4 Selecting the shot data for superimposed recording Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON. The last page accessed appears in the viewfinder display (initially the SHOT DATA page appears). Press the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly toward the PAGE position (or use the rotary encoder) until the SHOT DATA DISP page appears, as shown below.
Page 143 Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch repeatedly toward the ITEM position until the cursor is positioned to the left of the item you wish to set (or use the rotary encoder). The items and their meanings are as follows: DATE: date TIME: time MODEL NAME: model name SERIAL NO.: serial number...
Page 144: Setting The Shot Id
Press the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch toward the ITEM position (or use the rotary encoder), to advance the cursor to the next position, then return to step 4 to make the next on/off setting. To exit from the menu, return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to the OFF position.
Page 145 Setting the shot ID Follow the procedure below to set the shot ID. 1,2,7 2,3,4 Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered page of the currently selected pages for configuring the menu appears).
Page 146 Each time you press the rotary encoder, the cursor moves one position to the right. If you press it when the cursor is at the right end, the cursor disappears, the camcorder exits from the character setting mode. Turn the rotary encoder until the character you wish to set appears.
Page 147 To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Deleting a character Follow the procedure below.
Page 148: Displaying Time Code And Other Information
Press the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch to CANCEL/PRST. The character below the character position cursor disappears, and is replaced by a space (π). (1) To delete another character, press the rotary encoder repeatedly until the cursor is at the position of the character to be deleted. (2) Return to step 2 to delete the character.
Page 149 The last page accessed appears in the viewfinder display. When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered on of the currently selected pages appears. Press the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch toward the PAGE position (or use the rotary encoder) until the OPERATION MODE 2/2 page appears, as shown below.
Page 150 To exit from the menu, return the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The set up menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. Selecting information to display Use the DISPLAY and DATA DISPLAY switches to select the information to display from the following.
Page 151: Adjustments And Settings From The Setup Menu
4-9 Adjustments and Settings From the Setup Menu The camcorder provides a menu for adjustments and settings. The basic method of using this setup menu was described in Section 4-6-2 “Basic Use of the Setup Menu” (page 4-40). This section elaborates how to use the setup menu to carry out each adjustment and setting.
Page 152: Setting The Gain Selector Values
4-9-1 Setting the GAIN Selector Values Before using the camcorder, use the MASTER GAIN page of the setup menu to set the gains corresponding to the L, M, and H positions of the GAIN selector and the TURBO GAIN switch, which switches the gain of the video amplifier.
Page 153 MASTER GAIN HIGH : 18dB TURBO : 36dB MASTER GAIN page (factory settings) Push the MENU CANCEL/PRST/ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the desired position (LOW, MID, HIGH or TURBO) (or use the rotary encoder). Press the rotary encoder, to display a question mark to the left of the display.
Page 154: Selecting The Functions
4-9-2 Selecting the Functions Use the FUNCTION 2/2 page of the setup menu to select the camcorder functions related to return video signal. Selecting required functions Follow the procedure below to select the required functions.
Page 155 Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered one of the currently selected pages appears.) Push the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the FUNCTION 2/2 page shown below appears (or use the rotary encoder).
Page 156 GENLOCK: To use the signal input to the GENLOCK IN connector as a camera genlock signal or for an external time code lock (the “ON” setting), turn the rotary encoder counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera, and in order not to use it (the “OFF”...
Page 157 HI (strong correction). Notes • When a remote control unit is connected to the camcorder, the settings of the FILTER INH. and the IRIS OVERRIDE cannot be changed from the remote control unit. These items appear on the menu, but the cursor skips them so that they cannot be selected.
Page 158: Selecting The Test Output
4-9-3 Selecting the Test Output Use the TEST OUT page of the setup menu to select the type of video signal to be output from the TEST OUT connector. Follow the procedure below to select the test output signal. 1,2,7 2,3,4 Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON.
Page 159 (or use the rotary encoder). Note that the test output signal reverts to ENC (encoded) every time the camcorder is switched on. Press the rotary encoder to display a question mark to the left of the display.
Page 160: Selecting The Aspect Ratio (Dnw-90Ws/90Wsp Only)
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. 4-9-4 Selecting the Aspect Ratio (DNW-90WS/...
Page 161 Push the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly toward PAGE until the WIDE SCREEN page shown below appears (or use the rotary encoder). WIDE SCREEN 16:9/4:3 MODE : 16:9 VF ASPECT : AUTO BOX/4:3 LIMITS : BOX “16:9” BARS ID : OFF “16:9”...
Page 162 Use the rotary encoder to change the setting of the selected item. 16:9/4:3 MODE: Turn the rotary encoder clockwise to select a 16:9 aspect ratio, or counterclockwise to select a 4:3 aspect ratio. VF ASPECT: Turn the rotary encoder clockwise to change the aspect ratio of the viewfinder screen to that selected by 16:9/4:3 MODE (AUTO), or counterclockwise to fix the aspect ratio of the viewfinder screen at 4:3 (4:3) regardless of the 16:9/4:3 MODE...
Page 163 COLOR BAR (NTSC) 16:9 –I COLOR BAR (PAL) 16:9 “16:9” indicator on the color bar display “16:9” VF ID: Turn the rotary encoder counterclockwise to keep a 16:9 mode indicator displayed on the the viewfinder screen when the 16:9 mode is selected (ON), or clockwise not to display the 16:9 mode indicator on the viewfinder screen (OFF).
Page 164 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. 4-86...
Page 165: Vtr Menu Display In The Display Panel
4-10 VTR Menu Display in the Display Panel When the camcorder is stopped, hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second to display the VTR menu in the display panel. Using the VTR menu, you can carry out with ease some of the system settings, including adjusting the internal clock, which are possible in the diagnosis mode.
Page 166: Using The Vtr Menu
LTC UBIT LTC UBIT MARKER REC START MARKER SHOT MARKER 1 SHOT MARKER 2 VITC UBIT SHOT DATA WATCH IC REVISE 4-10-2 Using the VTR Menu To access the VTR menu, hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second. For operations within the VTR menu, use the SHIFT, ADVANCE, HOLD, and RESET buttons.
Page 167 HOLD button ADVANCE button REGEN Buttons used in the VTR menu Operations in the VTR menu relating to the internal clock Menu numbers 1, 2 and 6 are for settings relating to the internal clock. The following summarizes the procedure in these menus. Access the VTR menu.
Page 168 Change the internal clock setting as required. Press the SHIFT button. Exit the VTR menu. For details of operation for menu numbers 1, 2, and 6, see the respective sections, “Changing the time setting of the internal clock” (page 94), “Changing the date setting of the internal clock”...
Page 169 Menu item settings and indications in the display panel TIME SET Setting Internal clock time DATE SET Setting Internal clock date REC START/STOP TONE Setting No tone on starting and stopping recording Sound tone on starting and stopping recording AUTO SHOT NO. RESET Setting Reset shot number when new cassette loaded...
Page 170 SHOT TIME DISP SEL Setting Show shot time as “month-day:hour-minute” Show shot time as “day-month:hour-minute” Show shot time as “day:hour-minute-second” LTC UBIT Setting Set LTC user bits to fixed user bit values Set LTC user bits to real time Record shot data in LTC user bits LTC UBIT MARKER Setting LTC user bit marker recording...
Page 171 REC START MARKER Setting Recording start marker recorded in user bits Recording start marker not recorded in user bits 1) This switch is effective when the LTC UBIT MARKER setting is 0 (“SW”). SHOT MARKER 1 Setting Shot marker 1 recorded in user bits Shot marker 1 not recorded in user bits...
Page 172: Example Operations In The Vtr Menu
SHOT DATA Setting Use standard mode for shot data Use extended mode for shot data WATCH IC REVISE Setting Adjustment for internal clock (frames/hour) 4-10-3 Example Operations in the VTR Menu This section describes typical examples of setting operations carried out using the VTR menu.
Page 173 Press the SHIFT button. The minutes indication flashes. Set the minutes value. To increase the value, press the ADVANCE button. To decrease the value, hold down the HOLD button and press the ADVANCE button. Press the RESET button to set the seconds value to 00. If before you press the RESET button the seconds value is less than 30, the minutes value does not change.
Page 174 Changing the date setting of the internal clock Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second. This displays the VTR menu. Press the ADVANCE button once. This moves to DATE SET. Press the SHIFT button. The year indication flashes.
Page 175 Set the day. To increase the value, press the ADVANCE button. To decrease the value, hold down the HOLD button and press the ADVANCE button. Press the SHIFT button. The corrected date appears in the display. Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button to exit the VTR menu.
Page 176 Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button to exit the VTR menu. If the new setting is not saved correctly When you press the SHIFT button in step 5, an indication “3:Ex xx” appears. Make the setting once more. Recording all markers in the LTC user bits Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second.
Page 177 Recording shot data in the VITC user bits Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second. This displays the VTR menu. Press the ADVANCE button four times. Press the SHIFT button. The current setting of VITC UBIT flashes. Press the ADVANCE button until the displayed setting value is 2.
Page 178 Changing the internal clock adjustment The rate of advancement of the internal clock while the camcorder is powered off can be adjusted as follows. Hold down the ADVANCE button and press the SHIFT button for at least one second. This displays the VTR menu.
Page 179: Using The Setup Card
(not supplied). This data enables rapid recreation of suitable setup conditions. 4-11-1 Handling the Setup Card The setup card can be inserted or removed from the camcorder with the power turned on or off. Removing the setup card Push up on the tab on the right-hand side of the card insertion lid to open the lid.
Page 180 Inserting the setup card Hold the setup card with the “SONY” logo facing you so you can read it, slide it into the insertion slot, then close the lid. Inserting the setup card Note Make sure that you can read the “SONY” logo when you insert the card.
Page 181: Using Data On The Setup Card
4-11-2 Using Data on the Setup Card The operations of saving data to the setup card and reading the saved data from the setup card are done from the SETUP CARD page of the setup menu. Writing data to the setup card Follow the procedure below.
Page 182 Push the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the SETUP CARD page shown below appears (or use the rotary encoder). SETUP CARD READ (mCAM) WRITE (mCARD) ID EDIT WRITE PROTECT PRESS:READ CARD a) Displayed in engineer mode only If no card is inserted, the message “CARD NOT INSERTED!” appears.
Page 183 • To continue the writing of data, go on to step 6. Press the rotary encoder. The displayed card ID and the setting data stored in the camcorder are written to the card. While the data is being written, the message “WRITING DATA!” is displayed.
Page 184 Updating the data If data is already saved on the card, a message asking whether or not that data is to be updated is displayed in step 6 (page 4-105). The message is illustrated below. To update the data, press the rotary encoder. 4-106 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording SETUP CARD...
Page 185 Protecting saved data If you set the WRITE PROTECT setting to “ON” in engineer mode to protect data written to a setup card, then pressing the rotary encoder in step 6 of the foregoing procedure (page 4-105) does not carry out overwriting.
Page 186 • To enable the write-protection function (the “ON” setting), turn the rotary encoder counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera. • To disable the write-protection function (the “OFF” setting), turn the rotary encoder clockwise. If data cannot be written If when you press the rotary encoder in step 6 of the foregoing procedure (page 4-105) one of the following error messages appears, then the data was not written.
Page 187 Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered one of the currently selected pages appears.) Push the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the SETUP CARD page shown below appears (or use the rotary encoder).
Page 188 Notes • The data and the card ID read from the card overwrite the data stored in the camcorder. Before going on to step 6, re-check the card ID and decide whether it is necessary to read the data and card ID from the card.
Page 189 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. If data cannot be read...
Page 190 Press the rotary encoder. The currently set card ID appears. If no card ID is currently set, 10 spaces (π) appear. The cursor is at the left-most character or space. READ (mCAM) WRITE (mCARD) ID EDIT ID : Turn the rotary encoder clockwise as seen from the front of the camera until the character you wish to set appears.
Page 191 ID-4 are not recorded on the setup card. • To set or modify only the card ID of data stored on a card, read the data from the card to the camcorder, set or modify the card ID, then write that data back to the card.
Page 193: Chapter 5 Setting Up The Camcorder
5-1 Power Supply You need to power on the camcorder for the flange focal length adjustment, viewfinder focus and screen adjustment, etc., which are described later. The following power supplies can be used with the camcorder. • A BP-L60/L90 lithium-ion battery pack •...
Page 194: Attaching The Battery Pack
Attaching the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, aligning the side line of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder. Align these lines. Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at the matching line on the camcorder.
Page 195 Detaching the battery pack Holding the button in, pull the battery pack up. L O C Detaching the battery pack Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 196: Using An Np-1B Battery Pack
5-1-2 Using an NP-1B Battery Pack The camcorder will operate continuously for about 40 minutes with an NP-1B Battery Pack. Use of this battery pack requires a DC-L1 Battery Adaptor (not supplied). Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-1WD/1WDCE Battery Charger for about 1 hour.
Page 197: Using A Bp-90A Battery Pack
Mount the DC-L1 Battery Adaptor on the back of the camcorder. Back of camcorder 5-1-3 Using a BP-90A Battery Pack The camcorder will operate for about 120 minutes (DNW-7/7P), 110 minutes (DNW-90/90P) or 105 minutes (DNW-90WS/90WSP) with a BP- 90A Battery Pack. Use of this battery pack requires a DC-L90 Battery Adaptor (not supplied).
Page 198 Fit a BP-90A Battery Pack in the DC-L90 Battery Adaptor. 1 Push the lever up. 2 Open the side cover. Mount the DC-L90 Battery Adaptor on the back of the camcorder. Back of camcorder Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder ∫...
Page 199: Avoiding Breaks In Operation Due To Dead Batteries
When the external battery begins to fail and an internal battery pack is not used First load the camcorder with a fully charged internal battery pack, then remove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC IN connector.
Page 200: Using An Ac Adaptor
DC output cable (supplied with the AC-550/550CE) Using an AC-DN1/DN2 AC Adaptor Mount the AC-DN1/DN2 on the camcorder in the same way as a battery, then connect to the AC power supply. Connection to an AC power supply using an AC-DN1/DN2 AC Adaptor...
Page 201: Using The Anton Bauer Ultralight System
12 V, with a maximum power consumption of 30 5-1-7 Using the Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System You can equip the camcorder with a special battery mount which the Anton Bauer Corporation has developed for its Intelligent Battery System and Ultralight System.
Page 202: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Slide the viewfinder to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. Storing the camcorder in the carrying case Always store the camcorder with the viewfinder moved fully in the direction opposite to the barrel and the viewfinder left-right positioning ring tightened.
Page 203 Adjusting the position backward or forward Adjusting the position backward or forward Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Slide the viewfinder longitudinally to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-11...
Page 204: Adjusting The Viewfinder Focus And Screen
Turn the diopter adjustment ring until the viewfinder image is sharpest. Adjusting the viewfinder screen Adjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the viewfinder screen with the controls shown below. 5-12 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Diopter adjustment ring Adjusting the viewfinder focus Adjusting the viewfinder screen BRIGHT control...
Page 205: Detaching The Viewfinder
Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in the direction indicated by the arrow and detach it. Remove the viewfinder cable and microphone cable from the clamps and disconnect them. Viewfinder stopper Detaching the viewfinder Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-13...
Page 206 By fitting a BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not supplied), you can rotate the viewfinder out of the way so that your right leg does not hit the viewfinder while you are carrying the camcorder. For more information, refer to the BKW-401 manual.
Page 207: Detaching The Eyepiece
Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise, to line up the red marks on the locking ring and the viewfinder barrel. Mark (red) Mark (red) Locking ring Detach the eyepiece. Mark on end of eyepiece (red) Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-15...
Page 208 Turn the eyepiece locking ring clockwise until its “LOCK” arrow points at the mark on the viewfinder barrel. Note When the eyecup is worn out, replace it with a new one (service part number 3-723-079-02). 5-16 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 209: Mounting The Lens
Holding the lens in place, push the lens locking lever down to mount the lens. Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector. Secure the lens cable with the cable clamps. Mounting the lens Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-17...
Page 210: Adjusting The Flange Focal Length
Loosen the fixing screws on the Ff ring (flange focal length adjustment ring). Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto. 5-18 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Adjusting the flange focal length...
Page 211 Turn the Ff ring until the chart is in focus, being careful not to disturb the focus ring. Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the way from wide angle to telephoto. Tighten the Ff ring fixing screws. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-19...
Page 212: Audio Input System
5-5 Audio Input System 5-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone You can use the supplied microphone either detached from or attached to the camcorder. Using the microphone detached from the camcorder Connect to the MIC IN connector. Using the microphone detached from the camcorder...
Page 213 Using the microphone attached to the camcorder Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder. Place the microphone in the microphone holder. Tighten the screw. Microphone holder Place the microphone in the holder so that “UP” is at the top.
Page 214 Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN connector, and set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired recording channel to FRONT. 5-22 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Connect to the MIC IN connector.
Page 215: Using An External Microphone
Set the LINE/MIC/ 48 V ON selector to 48 V ON if you use an external power supply type microphone. Otherwise, set the selector to MIC. L O C AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Microphone 5-23...
Page 216: Using An External Microphone Attached To The Camcorder
Using an external microphone attached to the camcorder You can attach an external microphone to the camcorder by using a CAC-12 Microphone Holder (not supplied). Additionally, by using a CRS-3P Cradle Suspension (not supplied), you can reduce the mechanical vibration noise from the VTR, and can also attach a long microphone.
Page 217 Remove the external microphone holder attachment screws. Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder. Screws removed in step 2 CAC-12 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder (Continued) 5-25...
Page 218 Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor. Mount the assembly from step 1 in the CAC-12. 5-26 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Loosen the screw. Open the CAC-12. Tighten the screw. Close the CAC-12. Microphone adaptor...
Page 219 • If the microphone you connect to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connector is of the external power supply type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/ 48 V ON selector to 48 V ON. Otherwise, set the selector to MIC. Microphone Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-27...
Page 220: Attaching A Uhf Portable Tuner (For A Uhf Wireless Microphone System)
5-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHF Wireless Microphone System) To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, fit one of the following UHF portable tuners: • WRR-855A UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit • WRR-28M/810A/860A UHF Portable Tuner For each of these UHF portable tuners, use the following attachment procedure.
Page 221 Fitting a WRR-28M (using a BP-L60/L90 Battery Pack) (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.
Page 222 For more information about attaching the BP-L60/L90 Battery Pack, see Section 5-1-1 “Using a BP-L60/L90 Battery Pack” (page 5-1). WRR tuner fitting Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting. 5-30 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Back of camcorder Adjustment screws •...
Page 223 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN connector for channel 1 or 2. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR. Fitting a WRR-28M (using an NP-1B or BP-90A Battery...
Page 224 Attach the BETACAM holder kit supplied with the tuner to the WRR tuner fitting. Mount the tuner on the battery adaptor. 1 Attach the hook to the bracket. 2 Tighten the screw. 5-32 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder BETACAM holder kit • • • •...
Page 225 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR. Set the LINE/MIC/...
Page 226: Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment
AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR. 5-34 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Set the LINE/MIC/ 48 V ON selector for the appropriate channel to LINE.
Page 227: Tripod Mounting
5-6 Tripod Mounting You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a tripod by using the tripod adaptor (not supplied). Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor Camera mount Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. Select the screw hole in the...
Page 228: Removing The Camcorder From The Tripod Adaptor
If the pin remains in the engaged position, you will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. Stowed position...
Page 229: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
5-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown below. Shoulder strap post Attaching the shoulder strap 5-37 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 230 Attaching Clip Removing 5-38 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Pull up the strap to lock the fitting. ∫ Attaching the shoulder strap Press here to release. ∫ Removing the shoulder strap...
Page 231: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position
You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position backward or forward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch). This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder. Bottom view Adjusting the shoulder pad position Loosen the two screws.
Page 232: Using The Xlr Caps
5-9 Using the XLR Caps When the XLR-type connectors (DC IN, AUDIO OUT, AUDIO IN CH- 1/CH-2) at the rear of the camcorder are not in use, you can use the supplied XLR caps for protection as shown below. 5-40...
Page 233: Putting On The Rain Cover
Use these slits when attaching the shoulder strap. Insert your hand here to hold the grip. Use this slit when attaching a video light or other accessory to the light shoe. Drawstring Velcro tape Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-41...
Page 234 Insert the viewfinder barrel here. Drawstring Velcro tape Velcro tape 5-42 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 235: Connecting The Remote Control Unit
Connecting the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) enables remote control of the principal camera functions. Turning the POWER switch of the camcorder to ON when the RM-P9 is connected to the REMOTE connector, automatically puts the camcorder into remote control mode. If you disconnect the RM-P9, remote control mode is canceled.
Page 236 When the RM-P9 is disconnected, these settings revert to the values last set on the camcorder. If you set the SW2-4 switch on the RM-P9 to ON, the data set with the RM-P9 in the camcorder’s memory are maintained as long as the camcorder is turned on.
Page 237: Connecting A Va-Dn1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor
5-12 Connecting a VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor By connecting a VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor, you can control some of the functions of the VTR from a 9-pin remote control device. BVR-3 Remote Control Unit 9 pins DC IN VA-DN1 Camcorder...
Page 239: Chapter 6 Maintenance
6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting Check the functions of the camcorder before setting out for a shooting session, preferably by operating the camcorder together with a color video monitor. 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing Follow the procedure below. Load a fully charged battery pack.
Page 240: Testing The Camera
• The leader tape is wound on the take-up reel. Condensation If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, or use 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 to the drum, and cause a failure or even permanent damage.
Page 241 Testing the viewfinder Adjust the position of the viewfinder. Check that the color bars are displayed in the viewfinder, and adjust the BRIGHT, CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best color bar display. (1) Set the MENU ON/OFF/PAGE switch to ON and check that the setup menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Page 242: Testing The Iris And Zoom Functions
Note The current display status may inhibit one of the displays or operations mentioned in steps 3 to 6. If this happens, switch the camcorder to engineer mode, set the DISPLAY MODE to 3 in the VF DISPLAY page of the setup menu, then set the desired items in the SHUTTER SPEED, ‘!’...
Page 243: Testing The Vtr
Set the iris to automatic adjustment mode and point the camera at objects of different brightness. Check that the automatic iris adjustment operates correctly. Set the iris to manual adjustment mode and check that turning the iris ring adjusts the iris correctly. Hold down the instant auto iris button on the lens and point the camera at objects of different brightness.
Page 244: Testing The Automatic Audio Level Adjusting
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN. Set the DISPLAY switch to CTL. 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. •...
Page 245: Testing The Manual Audio Level Adjusting Functions
Set the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to MANUAL. Adjust the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder. Check that the level indications increase as the control is turned counterclockwise. 4 Testing the earphone and speaker Turn the MONITOR control and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly.
Page 246: Testing External Microphones
5 Testing external microphones Set the LINE/MIC selectors to MIC. Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors. Set the AUDIO IN switches to REAR. Aim the microphones at a sound source. Check that the audio level meter in the display panel and the audio level indication in the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level.
Page 247 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and check that the counter indication changes regardless of whether the tape is running. By setting the DISPLAY switch to DATA, and set the DATA DISPLAY switch to U-BIT, you can check that the user bit value set is displayed.
Page 248: Maintenance
6-2 Maintenance 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads To clean the video heads, always use a Sony BCT-5CLN Cleaning Cassette. Carefully follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect or excessive use could damage the video heads. 6-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder •...
Page 249 Detach the eyepiece unit from the viewfinder. For more information, see Section 5-2-4 “Detaching the Eyepiece” (page 5-15). Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder. Remove the protecting filter together with the packing ring from inside the eyecup holder. Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring. Fog-proof filter Depending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting filter may mist because of vapor or your breath.
Page 250: Operation Warnings
6-3 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 in the viewfinder. The speaker and earphone also give audible warnings. Display panel Warning/ Flashing/...
Page 251 Clean the heads. If recording is still substandard, turn off the power and consult your Sony representative. Turn off the power and consult your Sony representative. Note that this indication may be given momentarily when the tape starts moving, but this does not indicate a problem.
Page 252 Notes on CCD Image Sensors Vertical smear Smear tends to be produced when an extremely bright object is being shot; it is more likely to occur with a faster electronic shutter speed. Aliasing When patterns of stripes or lines are shot, they may appear jagged. 6-14 Chapter 6 Maintenance Vertical tails show on the image.
Page 253: Appendix
Specifications Power voltage V DC Power consumption DNW-7/7P: 29 W DNW-90/90P: 31 W DNW-90WS/90WSP: 32 W DNW-9WS/9WSP: 31.5 W (with 12 V DC supply, when recording) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating humidity 25% to 85% (relative humidity) Storage temperature 20°C to 60°C ( 4°F to 140°F)
Page 254: Video Camera Section
Dimensions 37 (1 / ) Video Camera Section General Imager DNW-7/7P/9WS/9WSP: DNW-90/90P/90WS/90WSP: Power HAD CCD Imager Configuration RGB, 3 CCDs Spectral system F 1.4 prism system (with quartz filter) Appendix 308 (12 / ) 345 (13 / ) Dimensions in mm (inches)
Page 255 DNW-7/7P: 89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx (F13 standard) DNW-90/90P/90WS/90WSP/9WS/9WSP: 89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx (F9 standard) Minimum illumination DNW-7/7P: 0.18 lx (at F 1.4, 42 dB gain) DNW-90/90P/90WS/90WSP/9WS/9WSP: 0.35 lx (at F1.4, +42 dB gain) second (DNW-7/90/90WS/9WS) 2000 second (DNW-90/90WS)
Page 256 0.05% or better for entire screen area (excluding lens distortion) Geometric distortion None identified (excluding distortion due to lens) Smear –130 dB (DNW-7/7P)/–140 dB (DNW-90/90P/90WS/90WSP)/–120 dB (DNW-9WS/9WSP) (Y typical) Viewfinder -inch (DNW-7/7P/90/90P) or 2-inch (DNW-90WS/90WSP/9WS/ 9WSP) monochrome, quick start type...
Page 257: Vtr Section
VTR Section General Usable cassette tapes -inch BETACAM SX cassette tapes BCT-12SX/22SX/32SX/60SX BETACAM SP cassette tapes BCT-30MA series UVWT-30MA series Tape speed Approx. 59.575 mm/s Record/playback time 60 minutes (using BCT-60SX) Fast forward time Approx. 5 minutes (using BCT-60SX) Rewind time Approx.
Page 258 Audio (when using standard playback machine) Frequency response Dynamic range Distortion Crosstalk Wow and flutter Input/output connectors Signal inputs AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (XLR, 3-pin, female) 60 dBu / 4 dBu for DVW-7/90/90WS/9WS, or 60 dBs DNW-7P/90P/90WSP/9WSP MIC IN (XLR, 3-pin, female) 60 dBu for DNW-7/90/90WS/9WS, or 60 dBs for DNW-7P/90P/ 90WSP/9WSP, with an external power supply system (48 V DC, maximum current 3 mA)
Page 259 Signal outputs VIDEO OUT (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced TEST OUT (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, unbalanced (internally connected with REMOTE connector) AUDIO OUT (XLR, 5-pin, male) 0 dBm TC OUT (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms EARPHONE (minijack) 8 ohms, to 18 dBu (or 18 dBs) variable...
Page 260: Supplied Accessories
AC-DN1/DN2 AC Adaptor Setup card BSC-1-Pack (Four BSC-1s with a setup card holder) BETACAM SX cassette tapes BCT-12SX/22SX/32SX/60SX 1) Maintenance Manual Part 1 This manual gives the information necessary for users to maintain the camcorder and its optional equipment. Appendix...
Page 261 ND filter ( ND) (Part No. 3-194-481-01) Cross filter (Part No. 3-174-682-01) Mount ring (Part No. 3-186-442-01) Consult your Sony representative for more infomation about these filters. Equipment for remote control RM-P9 Remote Control Unit BVR-3 Remote Control Unit VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor...
Page 262 Audio equipment C-74 microphone ECM-MS5 stereo microphone CAC-12 Microphone Holder CRS-3P Cradle Suspension WRR-855A UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit WRR-28H/28M/28L/810A/860A UHF Portable Tuner WRT-27 UHF Transmitter BTA-27 UHF Portable Tuner Attachment Kit Equipment for maintenance and easier handling BCT-5CLN Cleaning Cassette LC-777 Carrying Case LC-304SFT Soft Carrying Case Rain cover...
Page 263: Glossary
Glossary Aliasing Distortion of the signal caused by overlap of the baseband signal and the lower sideband signal when the signal is demodulated. Auto Tracing White balance. The white balance is automatically adjusted for the lighting conditions during shooting. Bayonet mount A type of lens mount.
Page 264 Color temperature The temperature in Kelvins (K) to represent the color of a light source, determined by heating a perfectly black body until its color matches that of the light source. Color temperature is higher when the color is bluish and lower when reddish.
Page 265 Drop frame mode SMPTE time code runs at 30 frames/second, while the NTSC color television system runs at about 29.97 frames/second. This means that a length of 1 hour as indicated by time code is longer than the actual clock time of 1 hour by 108 frames, or about 3.6 seconds.
Page 266 See Flange focal length. Frame Interline Transfer. A type of CCD imager featuring substantially reduced vertical smear. See also CCD and Vertical smear. Flange focal length The distance from the plane of lens mounting flange to the image focal plane. Abbreviated to Ff. Flare Dark or colored flashes caused by signal overload through extreme light reflections of polished objects or very bright lights.
Page 267 Horizontal resolution The capability of a video camera or a display unit to preserve detail in the horizontal direction. Usually expressed as the number of vertical lines which can be distinguished in the reproduced image of a test chart. Hunting Repeated brightening and darkening of an image resulting from repeated response to automatic iris control.
Page 268 Reference video signal A video signal that contains a sync signal or sync and burst signals, used as a reference for synchronization of video equipment. Sawtooth waveform A form of signal resembling the teeth of a saw. A video signal having a sawtooth waveform is used to check linearity and other characteristics of video amplifiers.
Page 269 Time code A digitally encoded signal which is recorded on video tape to identify each frame of video by hour, minute, second and frame number. SMPTE time code is applied to NTSC system, and EBU time code to PAL and SECAM systems.
Page 270 White balance adjustment In the light of a particular color temperature, to adjust the white levels of the R, G, and B channels of a color video camera so that any white object shot in that light is reproduced as a truly white image. See also Color temperature.
Page 271: Index
Index AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor 1-7, Accessories A-8 Accessory attachments 2-3 AC-DN1/DN2 AC Adaptor 1-7, Adjustment and settings for recording audio level 4-22 black balance and white balance 4-1 electronic shutter 4-11 reference value for automatic iris adjustment 4-19 time data 4-25 ADVANCE button 2-31 ALARM volume control 2-10 Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery...
Page 272 702/755 Camera Adaptor” above. Cameraman tally indicator 2-16 Camera section features 1-1 specifications A-2 testing 6-2 Index Carrying case storing the camcorder 5-10 Cassette number indicator 4-51 setting 4-35 Cassette tape loading 3-1 preventing accidental erasure slack checking 3-3 unloading 3-3...
Page 273 DC OUT connector 2-9 DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control) 2-20 DF/NDF switch 2-33 DIAG button 2-35 Diopter adjustment ring 2-16, 5-13 Display display mode and message 4-58 indicators 2-37 markers 4-61 setup menu 4-40 status 2-37 warnings 2-37 Dynamic Contrast Control 2-20 Earphone testing 6-7 EARPHONE jack 2-13...
Page 274 Head cleaning 6-10 HOLD button 2-31 HUMID indicator 2-38, 3-5, 6-1, 6-12 I, J, K Indicators in the viewfinder 4-45 Iris automatic adjustment 4-20 automatic closing 4-20 automatic opening 4-20 changing the reference value 4-20 testing 6-4 Iris setting indicator 4-52 LCD LIGHT switch 2-36 Lens locking lever 2-4...
Page 275 ND (Neutral Density) filter 2-18, NP-1B Battery Pack 1-7, 5-4 See also Battery and Power Supply. Operation status warning indicator 4-46 setting 4-47 Operation warnings 6-12 OUTPUT/DCC selector 2-20 P, Q Parts and controls accessory attachments 2-3 audio functions 2-5 power supply 2-1 setup menu operating section 2-26...
Page 276 Remote control 5-43 remote control unit (BVR-3) 1-6, 2-9, 5-45 remote control unit (RM-P9) 1-6, 4-21, 5-43 REMOTE connector 2-22 RESET button 2-31 REW button and indicator 2-25 RF indicator 2-38, 6-12 RM-P9 Remote Control Unit 1-6, 4-21, 5-43 Rotary encoder 2-27 Safety zone marker 2-15 Selecting the functions 4-76 Selecting the display items 4-55...
Page 277 Shutter speed and mode indicator 4-53 SLACK indicator 2-38, 6-12 Spare indicators 4-46 Speaker 2-12 testing 6-7 Specifications A-1 STOP button 2-25 Storing the camcorder 1-8, 5-10 System configuration 1-6 Tally cameraman tally indicator 2-16 indicators 2-35 TALLY switch 2-35 Tape...
Page 278 Index User bits displaying 2-31, 2-39 resetting 2-31 setting 4-25 storing the setting in memory 4-26 testing 6-8 VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor 1-6, 5-45 Video gain selecting 4-74 head cleaning 6-10 monitor 1-6, 3-14 TEST OUT connector 2-23, 2-29, 4-31...
Page 279 rotation bracket (BKW-401) 1-6, 5-14 screen displays See Display. selecting information to display 4-70 specifications A-4 stopper 2-16, 5-13 testing 6-3 VITC 1-4 features 1-4 operation and status indicators 2-38 specifications A-5 testing 6-5 VTR SAVE indicator 4-46 VTR SAVE/STBY switch 2-25 VTR START button 2-24 W, X, Y WARNING indicator 2-36...
Page 282 Name Office Address Phone...
Page 283 The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Sony Corporation and is intended solely for use by the purchasers of the equipment described in this manual. Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the duplication of any portion...
Page 284 Sony Corporation B & P Company Printed in Japan 2003.02.13 ©1996 DNW-7/7P DNW-90/90P DNW-90WS/90WSP DNW-9WS/9WSP(SYM, 3-858-893-06(1)

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Sony DNW-7/7P Operation Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Features

Example of System Configuration

Precautions

Using the CD-ROM Manual

Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

Power Supply

Accessory Attachments

Audio Functions

Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions

Setup Menu Operating Section

Time Code System

Warnings and Indications

Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback

About Cassettes

Recording

Checking the Recording- Playback

Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording

Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting the Time Data

Setup Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen

Indicators in the Viewfinder

Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen

Adjustments and Settings from the Setup Menu

VTR Menu Display in the Display Panel

Using the Setup Card

Chapter 5 Setting up the Camcorder

Power Supply

Adjusting the Viewfinder

Mounting the Lens

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

Audio Input System

Tripod Mounting

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

Using the XLR Caps

Putting on the Rain Cover

Connecting the Remote Control Unit

Connecting a VA-DN1 Camcorder Interface Adaptor

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Testing the Camcorder before Shooting

Maintenance

Operation Warnings

Appendix

Specifications

Glossary

Index

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