Sony HXR-NX3D1 User manual

The HXR-NX3D1U, a Compact Full HD 3D Camcorder Offering
Professionals a New Level of Flexibility and Workflow Convenience
The HXR-NX3D1U is an extremely compact, ready to shoot 3D camcorder, weighing only approx. 2 1/2 lb.
(w/Hood, w/Battery, w/Microphone, w/XLR adaptor)
Until now, shooting 3D movies with a 3D rig involved difficult, time-consuming alignment adjustment for each scene.
It was also hard to produce 3D videos with a small budget. With the HXR-NX3D1U, simply adjusting left-right disparity,
without spending time adjusting the left and right lenses, is all that's required to shoot 3D footage. Providing a fast
simple and, inexpensive way for 3D video production, this new camcorder opens the door to a whole new world of
3D content possibilities. Boasting exceptional flexibility with its compact and lightweight design to enable 3D
shooting at camera angles that were never possible before, the HXR-NX3D1U is the ideal handheld camera in a 3D
production system.
HXR-NX3D1U
NXCAM 3D Compact Camcorder
Preliminary

The HXR-NX3D1U’s glassless 3D LCD lets you preview high-quality 3D images while shooting.
Switching between 2D and 3D display is also possible. In addition, a separate display
mode for left or right images, and an L/R composite mix of left and right images are
available for easier confirmation of disparity.
User-Selectable HDMI® output format: Frame Packing and Side by Side
Multi-Format Recording (3D 60i/50i/24p & 2D 60p/60i/50p/50i/25p/24p)
Output from the HXR-NX3D1U’s HDMI jack to a 3D TV is selectable between Frame
Packing with Full HD output of alternate left and right images, and Side by Side with
output of horizontally compressed left and right images packed into a single frame.
Select the Frame Packing mode for a 3D TV (Sony BRAVIA® television) and the Side
by Side mode for a professional 3D monitor. Connection is also possible via an
HDMI-HD-SDI converter to enable compatibility with a wide range of 3D monitors
(converter sold separately).
Compatible with a wide range of formats, the HXR-NX3D1U enables 1080/60i/ 50i/24p
3D recording and 1080 60p/60i/50p/50i/25p/24p 2D recording.
3.5” Xtra Fine LCD™ display (1229K) Providing
User-Selectable 2D or Glassless 3D Viewing
LR
3D LL+R MIX R
Large Capacity, Internal 96GB* Memory and Memory Stick®/SD Multi Card Slot
The HXR-NX3D1U has 96GB* of internal memory, enabling extended recording in 3D
mode for approximately 7.5 hours. And there’s a multi-card card slot that lets you
record video images on Memory Stick media and SD Cards. You can also use these
convenient recordable media to copy data from the internal memory (Media sold
separately).
Approximate Recording Time
STD MOVIE
Dolby® Digital 2ch (Unit:min)
SD/STD 9M (HQ)
1 GB Memory Card 10
2 GB Memory Card 25
4 GB Memory Card 55
8 GB Memory Card 110
16 GB Memory Card 225
32 GB Memory Card 460
Internal Memory (96 GB) 1435
HD MOVIE
Linear PCM 2ch (Unit:min)
3D / HD PS (28M) HD FX (24M) HD FH (17M) HD HQ (9M) HD LP (5M)
1 GB Memory Card 4 4 6 10 15
2 GB Memory Card 8 10 10 20 35
4 GB Memory Card 15 20 25 45 70
8 GB Memory Card 35 40 55 90 145
16 GB Memory Card 70 80 110 185 295
32 GB Memory Card 145 170 225 375 590
Internal Memory (96 GB) 450 530 705 1170 1850
Note: The recording time is approximate. The Maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. The recording time may vary depending on the recording conditions, subjects.
*96 GB equals 96 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

Single 3D Recording File for Easy Editing and 2D NLE Compatibility
Content Management Utility enables conversion of MVC to left and right channels
Easy workflow is an important consideration when creating 3D footage. The HXR-NX3D1U uses
Multi-View Coding (MVC) to record left and right channel clips as a single file. Sony’s Vegas®
Pro 10.0d software offers native import support for MVC video files, so footage can be directly
handled as 3D clips to enable import of left and right channel clips together. By eliminating the
need for time-consuming pairing, this provides an extremely simple workflow.
And Vegas Pro 10.0d software provides the ability to adjust, edit, preview, and output
stereoscopic Blu-ray 3D™ and other 3D media with side-by-side, top/bottom, or
line-alternate encoding.
The supplied Content Management Utility 2.1 software also enables conversion of MVC video
files to 2D AVC files with independent left and right channels. With these capabilities the
HXR-NX3D1U is ready for a wide range of workflows.
Support is scheduled to enable conversion of MVC footage recorded with the HXR-NX3D1U to
Cineform codec using the popular Cineform Neo3D/NeoHD as a Codec Plug-In for 3D editing.
MVC file
(L/R channel include)
Vegas Pro 10.0d support to
import MVC files
Content Management Utility System Requirements
• Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (32 bit), Windows Vista® Service Pack 2 (32 bit / 64 bit), Windows 7
• Intel® Core™2 Duo 2.80 GHz (for AVCHD playback)
• 1 GB of RAM
• 100 MB available hard-disk space for installation
• 1024 x 768 display

Inside the HXR-NX3D1U's compact body there are two separate
cameras each featuring a high quality Sony G lens and a high-
sensitivity, back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS sensor. High-quality,
1920x1080 Full HD left and right images enable recording of
incredibly realistic 3D movies.
Double Sony G™ lens and Double “Exmor R” CMOS sensors
Optical Steady Shot™ w/Active Mode and 10x Optical Zoom (34.4-344mm) in 3D
One of the most important considerations during 3D shooting is
obtaining stable images to prevent audience discomfort during
viewing. The HXR-NX3D1U features Optical Steady Shot image
stabilization w/Active Mode with 3-way camera shake stabilizing
technology that smoothes out up/down, left/right and rolling motion
when shooting in 3D. Capturing stable 3D images with minimal shake
is possible even for hand-held shooting.
When shooting in 3D, the HXR-NX3D1U lets you zoom from 34.4mm to
344mm (35mm equivalent). Frame composition while zooming is also
possible just like in 2D shooting.
3D Shooting with Two Parallel Cameras
The HXR-NX3D1U features two parallel lenses mounted approx. 1 1/4 in.
apart. (the inter-axial distance is 31mm) Disparity adjustment can be
performed to change the read-out areas of the left and right CMOS
sensors so that they are closer together or further apart. This lets you
control perceived 3D depth and the proximity of regions of interest to
a virtual screen. Disparity adjustment is also possible during shooting
using the manual dial. Moving a region of interest closer to the virtual
screen enables shooting of comfortable 3D images with the desired
feeling of depth. When capturing 3D images, the minimum shooting
distance is approx. 31 1/2 in. (at wide-angle setting)
inter-axial distance
of approx. 1 1/4 in.
Double “Sony Lens G” Double “Exmor R” CMOS Sensors

The detachable handle has an ergonomic design that is
comfortable and compact. Two balanced XLR audio inputs are
built in with phantom power and attenuation options that
professional shooters require for clean sound quality. Default
audio settings for XLR recording are highlighted in green for easy
reference in the field in order to reduce operator error under
difficult lighting conditions.
The ECM-XM1 shotgun microphone mounted on top of the
handle provides audio recording performance similar to larger
shoulder-mounted ENG style cameras.
XLR Adaptor with Selectable Phantom Power and ECM-XM1 Shotgun Microphone
Enabling High-Quality Linear PCM Recording
Important shots can be backed up by copying footage directly
from the HXR-NX3D1U to an external hard disk drive (sold
separately) without the need for a computer. The HXR-NX3D1U
can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for
playback on a 3D HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder’s
handy 3D playback features.
1. Direct Copy is compatible with USB media that meets the following requirements
• USB media that meets the USB2.0 requirement.
• For external HDD or USB memory under 2TB, an AC powered external HDD is recommended.
• USB media formatted in the FAT32 file system. In the case when USB media is not in FAT32 file system, reformatting is required and all data will be erased.
Note: There may be cases when USB media is not compatible with the Direct Copy function.
2. When using Direct Copy the camcorder needs to be connected to AC power.
3. Using VMC-UAM1(supplied) cable when the HXR-NX3D1U is connected to External HDD.
4. Connection via USB-hub is not supported.
External HDD
Direct Copy to External HDD without a PC
Accessories
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
MS-HX32A
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
Memory Stick PRO Duo™
MS-MT32G
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB, 4 GB, 2 GB)
SD / SDHC Memory Card
SF-32N4
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB, 4 GB, 2 GB)
SF-32NX
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
AC Adaptor/Charger
AC-VQV10
(AC 100 V – 240 V)
Battery Charger
BC-TRV
(AC 100 V – 240 V)
Rechargeable Battery Pack
NP-FV70
(6.8 V / 14.0 Wh / 2060 mAh)
NP-FV100
(6.8 V / 26.5 Wh / 3900 mAh)
Accessory Kit
ACC-V1BP
(Include NP-FV100 and AC-VQV10)
Accessory Kit
ACC-VA1BP
(include NP-FV70, BC-TRV,
RM-VD1 etc)

Specifications
General
Weight (w/ Battery) 1 1/2 lbs. (Approx.)
(w/Hood, w/ Battery,
w/Microphone,
w/ XLR unit )
2 1/2 lbs (Approx.)
Dimension (W x H x D) (w/ Battery) 3 1/2×3 1/8× 5 7/8inch, 86.5×79.0×148.5mm (Approx.)
(w/Hood, w/ Battery,
w/Microphone,
w/ XLR unit )
5×6 5/8×10 3/8inch,124.5×165.5×262.5mm (Approx.)
Power requirements Power Requirements
(AC adaptor / Battery)
8.4V/6.8V
Power consumption LCD - normal brightness
(HD FX)
4.0W *T.B.D.
LCD - normal brightness
(3D)
5.4W *T.B.D.
Operating temperature +32 to +104 deg F (0 to +40 deg C)
Storage temperature -4 to +140 deg F (-20 to +60 deg C)
Battery operating time Continuous recording
time
190min (HD), 140min (3D) *T.B.D.
Recording format Video Format 3D 3D : MVC (1080/60i, 50i, 24p : original format)
HD HD : MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD format compatible
(1080/60p,50p : original format)
STD MPEG-2 PS
Audio Format 3D/HD Linear PCM/Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
STD Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
Recording frame rate*13D 3D (28Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60i,50i,24p)/16:9
HD PS (28Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60p,50p)/16:9
FX (24Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60i,50i,25p,24p)/16:9
FH (17Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60i,50i,25p,24p)/16:9
HQ (9 Mb ps ) 1440 x 1080/(60i,50i)/16:9
LP (5M b ps ) 1440 x 1080/(60i,50i)/16:9
STD SD (9 Mbp s) 720 x 480/60i or 720 x 576/50i /16:9, 4:3
Recording / Playback time 145min (MS 32GB, 3D, LPCM)
170min (MS 32GB, HD FX, LPCM)
450min (Int. memory 96GB, 3D, LPCM)
530min (Int. memory 96GB, HD FX, LPCM)
Zoom ratio Sony G Lens, 10x (optical in 3D), 12x (optical in 2D)
Focal length f = 2.9mm - 29mm (equivalent to 34.4mm - 344 mm (16:9 in 3D)*2,
f = 2.9mm - 34.8mm (equivalent to 29.8mm - 357.6mm (16:9 in 2D)*2
Focus Full range auto/Manual
Image stabilizer Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Camera Section
Imaging device 1/4 type ExmorR CMOS with ClearVid™ pixel array
Pixel Gross:Approx. 4,200K
Video Actual:Approx. 1,990K (16:9)
Minimum illumination 3 lux (Low LUX mode, 1/30 (60p or 60i) 1/25 (50p or 50i) shutter 2D only),
11 lux (Standard mode)
Shutter speed
1/8 - 1/1,000 (Manual Shutter Speed Control)
Iris F1.8 - F3.4
Slow & Quick Motion function (2D only) 240 fps (fixed, 60i), 200 fps (fixed, 50i) as Smooth Slow Rec
*The picture quality is degraded.
(fps : Field per Sec.)
White balance Auto, outdoor (5,800K), indoor (3,200K), One-push (Touch panel)
Inputs/Outputs
Mic input Stereo mini jack (x 1) ø3.5mm
Audio input XLR 3-Pin (female) (x2), LINE / MIC / MIC+48V selectable
A / V Output A / V Remote connector
Component Video Output A / V Remote connector
USB USB device, Mini-AB / Hi-Speed (x 1)
Headphone output Stereo mini jack (x 1) ø3.5mm
HDMI output HDMI mini connector (x 1)
Monitoring
Built-in LCD monitor 3 7/16 in. approx. (3.5 type, aspect ratio 16:9) 1,229,760 dots (2D 2562x480)
2D / 3D view selectable
Bulit-In Microphone
2ch Stereo microphone
Recording Media
Internal Memory 96GB
Type Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,Memory Stick PRO-HG
Duo HX
SD / SDHC / SDXC Memory Card*3
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor, Power code, Rechargeable Battery Pack, Microphone, Wind Screen, XLR
Adaptor, Lens hood, USB cable (mini-B), Component A / V cable, A / V connecting
cable, USB Adaptor cable (for external HDD), Wireless Remote Commander, HDMI
cable (typeC), Application Software (CD-ROM)
Dimensions
3 1/2 (86.5)
5 (124.5)
3 1/8 (79.0)
6 5/8 (165.5)
10 3/8 (262.5)
5 7/8 (148.5)
Supplied Accessories
Unit: inches (mm)
*1 Due to variable bitrate,28Mbps is the maximum bitrate for 3D mode and HD PS mode , 24Mbps for HD FX mode. The average bitrate is started for
FH,HQ and LP modes.
*2 The focal length is when SteadyShot mode is in Active mode Off.
*3 Class 4 or faster.
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