Sony HDW-F900 user manual

User manual for the device Sony HDW-F900

Device: Sony HDW-F900
Category: Camcorder
Manufacturer: Sony
Size: 2.28 MB
Added : 5/28/2013
Number of pages: 262
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HDW-F900/F900H
HD CAMCORDER
HDW-F900
HDW-F900H
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 3)

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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. For the customers in U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This e

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For the customers in Europe This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards: • EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission) • EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment(s): E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban

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Für Kunden in Europa Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Direktive (89/336/EEC) der EG-Kommission. Die Erfüllung dieser Direktive bedeutet Konformität für die folgenden Europäischen Normen: • EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Interferenz (Emission) • EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Empfindlichkeit (Immunität) Dieses Produkt ist für den Einsatz unter folgenden elektromagnetischen Bedingungen ausgelegt: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrielle

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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1-1 Features ..................................................................................... 1-1 1-1-1 Camera Features ............................................................... 1-1 1-1-2 VTR Features .................................................................... 1-4 1-2 Example of System Configuration .......................................... 1-6 1-3 Precautions ...............................................................................

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3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor — Playback in Color .......................................................... 3-14 3-3-3 Checking the Camera Picture on the Viewfinder and/or Color Video Monitor ..................................................... 3-15 3-4 Tele-File ................................................................................... 3-16 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 4-1 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance ............ 4-1

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4-8-4 Setting the GAIN Selector Values ................................ 4-58 4-8-5 Setting the Viewfinder .................................................. 4-60 4-8-6 Setting the Automatic Iris ............................................. 4-62 4-8-7 Setting the Battery ......................................................... 4-64 4-8-8 Setting the D5600K Mode, Assignable Switches and PB VIDEO .................................................................... 4-66 4-8-9 Saving or Reading Set

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5-6 Tripod Mounting .................................................................... 5-25 5-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................................................ 5-27 5-8 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position .................................... 5-29 5-9 Putting On the Rain Cover .................................................... 5-30 5-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit ................................... 5-33 Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ....

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Overview 1-1 Features The HDW-F900 HD Camcorder combines a HD color video camera, of 1 which the effective picture elements are 1920(H) x 1080(V) and which 1) 2) uses 2/3-inch FIT CCD imagers with 2,200,000 picture elements, with an HDCAM portable videocassette recorder. The camcorder allows you to perform recording and playback with various formats, covering 50I, 30P, 29.97P, 25P, 24P and 23.98P as well as 60I and 59.94I formats. The introduction of a new integrated circuit technology (LSI) fo

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• The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to create your own 1 custom menu. • Five scene files are set in one group. A maximum of 20 groups, that is, a maximum 100 scene files, can be saved in a Memory Stick. • You can select a mode that allows the camcorder to output images seen through a camera to the viewfinder and the MONITOR OUT connector during playback. • Blur-free shooting is ensured by a built-in, high-performance electronic 1) shutter that provides a variety of modes, such as ECS mode

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• Setup data specified by video engineers, including the various detail 1 settings, can be stored in the camcorder itself and on a Memory Stick as a reference file, and then can be recalled. It is possible to shorten time for setting with duplicating the stored reference file to the other cameras through the Memory Stick. • Correction value to use a lens extender and for each lens can be stored as a lens file, and then can be recalled. It is possible to shorten time for adjustment when replacin

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1-1-2 VTR Features 1 The VTR features of this camcorder are described below. • Use of the HDCAM format allows high performance HD digital recording and playback while preserving the same ease of use as conventional camcorder equipment. Also, recording and playback are allowed in any one of 8 different formats that the camera section supports. • The same cassette size (S size) as Digital BETACAM can be used to achieve the following long recording times: Approximately 40 minutes at 30 frames Appro

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• The built-in time code generator can be synchronized with an external 1 generator. • A lithium battery is the back-up power supply for the built-in time code generator enabling the time code to be held for approximately 5 years without charging the camcorder power supply. • 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. • Two analog audio input channels and the

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1-2 Example of System Configuration 1 The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder for ENG and EFP. In this manual, the HDVF-20A HD Electronic Viewfinder (not supplied) is use to instruct how to operate the unit. Viewfinder HDVF-20A Viewfinder-related equipment HD Electronic Viewfinder Fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11) HDVF-C30W Video monitor for HD Electronic color image check BKW-401 Viewfinder Viewfinder while shooting Rotation Bracket Remote control equipment RCP-7

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1 For more information about the fittings, connections, or use of additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter 5 as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment. Camera adaptor Audio signal source HDCA-901 for the input of External microphone the audio channels 3 and C-74, etc. 4 and the HD-SDI output CAC-12 Microphone Holder Audio equipment WRR-810A / 860A UHF Portable Tuner Power source Battery AC power BC-L100 supply Battery 100V AC Charger AC-550 BP-L60A AC Adaptor Battery

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1-3 Precautions Use and Storage 1 Do not subject the camcorder to severe shocks The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped. After use Always turn off the power. Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. Use and storage locations Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorder in the following places. • Places subject to temperature extremes • Very damp places • Places subject to severe vibration • Near strong magnetic fields •

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Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-1 Power Supply 2 1 2 4 3 Power supply 1 Battery attachment Attach a BP-L60A battery pack. 2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male) To operate the HDW-F900 using an AC power supply, connect an AC- 550 AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with the adaptor. To use an external battery, connect its DC output cable to the DC IN connector. (Continued) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-1

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3 BREAKER button If excessive current flows within the unit, the breaker is tripped automatically to shut off the power supply and protect the equipment. After performing internal checks or adjustments, use a pointed object 2 such as a pen to press down lightly on this button. If there is no problem, the power will again be supplied. 4 POWER switch This switch turns the main power supply on and off. 2-2 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

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2-2 Accessory Attachments 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Lens cable clamp Accessory attachments 1 Shoulder strap posts Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts. 2 Light shoe Attach an optional accessory such as a video light to this shoe. 3 Lens mount (special bayonet mount) Use this for mounting the lens. (Continued) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-3

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4 Lens locking lever After inserting the lens in the lens mount, rotate the lens mount ring with this lever to lock the lens in position. 2 5 Lens mount cap Remove this cap by pushing up on the lens locking lever. For protection from dust, always insert this cap when no lens is mounted. 6 Tripod mount When using the unit on a tripod, attach the supplied tripod adaptor. 7 LENS connector (12-pin) Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative for more information about the


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