Sony HXRNX30U User manual

The HXR-NX30U, a Palm-Sized Go-Anywhere Camcorder Packed with the
Features Professionals Demand Plus Balanced Optical SteadyShot ™
The mobile camcorder for the professional videographer
Sony's HXR-NX30U is an ultra-compact, palm-size, professional NXCAM™ camcorder compatible with the latest FULL HD formats
including 1080/60p video. It features a 26.0mm ultra wide-angle lens with 10x optical zoom (35mm equivalent: 26-260mm), and a
back-illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS sensor for outstanding versatility. Like other NXCAM camcorders, it comes with the features professional
users demand, including flexible timecode/user bit settings and XLR audio inputs for high reliability and high sound quality.
One of the HXR-NX30U's biggest advantages is the newly developed Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization system.
This allows the entire optical block, from the lens to the image sensor, to "float" and absorb movement from the body. The result is
extremely effective image stabilization even when zooming in, something previously difficult to achieve, ensuring handheld shooting
with a new level of image stability. It is an ideal feature if you are out in the field alone and handheld operation is required while
walking or using the zoom. Designed to meet the needs of a wide range of professional situations, the lightweight, compact and
affordable HXR-NX30U is a powerful tool for gathering footage alone and as a B-camera during multi-camera shoots.
HXR-NX30U
NXCAM Palm-Sized Camcorder

Ultra Wide-angle 26.0mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens and Exmor R™ CMOS Image Sensor
The HXR-NX30U comes with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens that
minimizes unwanted reflections for faithful color reproduction. It also
provides high contrast and high image quality with exceptional
resolution from 26.0mm wide angle to 260mm telephoto (35mm
equivalent).Thanks to the 6-blade iris diaphragm, you can enjoy
exceptionally realistic representations of natural lighting. And when
shooting dark scenes, the back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
provides high sensitivity and low noise that are hard to believe come
from such a compact unit. What’s more, using a 1/2.88-inch type
sensor with an aspect ratio of 16:9 is ideal for wide-angle shooting.
This lets you record images with even higher definition.
Balanced Optical SteadyShot
The innovative Balanced Optical SteadyShot™
image stabilization system virtually eliminates the
influence of camera shake by enclosing the entire optical block, from
the lens to the image sensor, in a "floating" space. Combined with
electronic image stabilization that compensates for rotation around
the optical axis, this new system provides powerful image stabilization
even when shooting while zooming, which was previously difficult to
achieve. So now you can record stable images with minimal blur.
AVCHD 2.0 1920 x 1080 Full HD 60p Recording with 24.1
Mega (6544 x 3680) pixels
1
still image capture
2
You can shoot at 60fps progressive (1080/60p) with 1920x1080 Full HD
resolution. And using a 24p timeline setting with AVCHD™ 2.0
compatible NLE
software enables
conversion to
smooth slow-motion
images up to 2.5x
slower.You can also
select 1280x720 60p
and a wide range of other formats.
1: Realized using the “By Pixel Super Resolution”
technology.
2: Dual Rec is not active while recording mode
is set to FX or PS.
XLR Adaptor with Selectable Phantom Power and ECM-XM1 Shotgun
Microphone Enabling High-Quality Linear PCM Recording
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 users 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.
The HXR-NX30U is also ready to record high-quality 48kHz/16 bit Linear PCM audio.
FIXED SHOT mode
To optimize the effect of Balanced Optical SteadyShot™, the HXR-NX30U features a FIXED SHOT mode. Press a button and this
expands the movable range of the optical block to keep you locked on your subject.This is particularly convenient when you
want to maintain the same shooting angle for an extended period.
96GB embedded Flash Memory and Memory Stick®/
SD Multi Card Slot
The built-in 96GB embedded Flash memory can record and store up
to 40 hours of high definition video footage in HD LP mode with
Dolby®Digital audio mode.
And there is a multi-purpose
card slot that lets you record
video images on Memory
Stick PRO Duo™ or SD cards,
giving you a range of options
in your choice of recording
media.You can also use
these readily available cards
to copy data from internal
memory.
Simulated Images
40mm 26mm (HXR-NX30U)

Timecode/User Bit Recording and HDMI®Embedded Timecode Output
The HXR-NX30U features the important professional camcorder functions of timecode and user bit settings. Like other NXCAM camcorders,
the HXR-NX30U’s timecodes can be centrally reset using the supplied infrared remote control to allow easy synchronization of video from
compatible* camera models. Using NLE software, live footage shot with multiple NXCAM camcorders can be efficiently edited with timecode sync.
Timecodes and user bits can also be output through an HDMI jack.
*Compatible Sony NXCAM camcorder models.
Built-in Light
The built-in light functions
as a flash when shooting
still images or as an
auxiliary light source when
recording video. Using the
NightShot®mode is
particularly effective when
recording in low-light
conditions and allows you
to capture otherwise
impossible shots.
Built-in Projector
A built-in projector
can project images
up to 100 inches
wide (when
projecting 15 ft from
a screen, 40 inches
wide when
projecting 6ft from a
screen). Large-screen projection of images enables all the staff
involved to check the rushes at the end of the shoot and reduces the
need for an external display.
Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge
The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to
your computer for charging or file transfer without having to
remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand
strap so it’s out of the way until you need it. Charging your
camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two
minutes of charge time you get up to one minute of recording time.
Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver
A built-in GPS receiver makes the HXR-NX30U an ideal choice for
professional videographers.The receiver gives you the ability to “tag”
your shooting locations as a future reference if you need to return to
the same location or to create a log of areas covered when surveying
remote locations.
Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your camcorder’s
clock to the proper time zone when international travel is part of your
assignment.Your locations can be tracked on Google Maps™** and
all GPS data can be extracted with a CMU is supplied PC software.
** Map service requires PC with internet. Service provided by Google and
subject to change without notice.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
MS-HX32B
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB)
Wide Conversion Lens
VCL-HGA07B (0.75x)*
SD / SDHC Memory Card
SF-32UX
(32 GB, 16 GB, 8 GB,)
Tele Conversion Lens
VCL- H G1737C (1.7x)*
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)
*HXR-NX30U cannot output S Video out
* The supplied step-down ring is required to mount conversion lenses. Conversion
lenses cannot be mounted unless the supplied hood is removed. Also, be sure
to set the conversion lens mode on the body before using. When using the Wide
Conversion Lens setting, switch Balanced Optical SteadyShot off.
Direct Copy to external HDD without PC
Back up your footage while you’re in the field, directly from your
camcorder by attaching an optional USB hard disk drive*, without the
need for a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored
on the external hard drive for playback on your monitor* allowing you
to utilize the camcorder’s handy playback features.
*Note:
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-NX30U is connected to External HDD.
4. Connection via USB-hub is not supported.

©2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permissions is prohibited.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weights and measurements are approximate.
Sony, NightShot, NXCAM, SteadyShot, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO Duo,
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony.
AVCHD and AVCHD logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Zeiss,Vario-Sonnar T* and their respective logos are trademarks of Carl Zeiss AG.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
SD, SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
Google and Google Maps are trademarks of Google inc.
All other trademarks are the trademark of their respective owners.
Dimensions Supplied Accessories
5 3/8 (135.5)
7 1/4 (181.5)
12 1/4 (310.5)
5 7/8 (148)
2 7/8 (71.5)
3 3/4 (94.5)
Specifications
Unit: inches (mm)
CMU System Requirements
• Microsoft®Windows®XP Service Pack3 (32 bit), Windows Vista®
Service Pack2 (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
Approximate Recording Time
STD MOVIE
Dolby Digital 2ch (Unit:min)
SD/STD 9M (HQ)
8 GB Memory Card 110
16 GB Memory Card 225
32 GB Memory Card 460
Internal Memory (96 GB) 1430
HD MOVIE
Linear PCM 2ch (Unit:min)
HD 28M (PS) HD 24M (FX) HD 17M (FH) HD 9M (HQ) HD 5M (LP)
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) 450 525 700 116 5 1845
HXR-NX30U
General
Weight (Main unit only) 1lb 5oz, 615g (Approx.)
(w/ Battery) 1lb 9oz,710g (Approx.)
(w/Hood, w/ Battery,
w/Microphone,w/ XLR unit )
2lb 6oz, 1100g (Approx.)
Dimension
(W x H x D)
(w/ Battery) 2 7/8inch x 3 3/4inch x 5 7/8,71.5mm x 94.5mm x 148mm (Approx.)
(w/Hood, w/ Battery,
w/Microphone,w/ XLR unit )
5 3/8inch x 7 1/4inch x 12 1/4inch,
135.5mm x 181.5mm x 310.5mm (Approx.)
Power requirements Power Requirements
(AC adaptor / Battery)
8.4V/6.8V
Power consumption LCD - normal brightness
(HD FX)
4.1W
LCD - normal brightness
(STD)
3.8W
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 195 min (VF), 185 min (LCD) (NP-FV70: fully charged batt.)
Recording format Video Format HD HD : MPEG4-AVC / H. 264 AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible
STD MPEG-2 PS
Audio Format HD Linear PCM/Dolby Digital 2ch,16bit, 48kHz
STD Dolby Digital 2ch, 16bit, 48kHz
Recording frame rate1HD PS (28Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60p) 16:9
FX (24Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60i,30p,24p) ,1280 x 720/60p 16:9
FH (17Mbps) 1920 x 1080/(60i,30p,24p) ,1280 x 720/60p 16:9
HQ (9Mbps) 1440 x 1080/(60i) 16:9
LP (5Mbps) 1440 x 1080/(60i)/16:9
STD SD (9Mbps) 720 x 480/60i/16:9,4:3
Recording/Playback time 170min (MS 32GB,HD FX, LPCM)
525min (Int. memory 96GB, HD FX, LPCM)
Still picture resolution 24.1 megapixels 16:9 (6544x3680), 18.1 megapixels 4:3 (4912x3680)
Zoom ratio
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonner T*,10x (optical), 17x Extended Zoom, 120x Digital Zoom
Focal length f = 3.8 mm - 38 mm (equivalent to 26.0 mm - 260 mm (16:9),
31.8 mm - 318 mm (4:3) on 35 mm lens)2
Focus Full range auto/Manual
Image stabilizer Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Filter Diameter 52mm (52mm to 37mm step-down ring supplied)
Camera Section
Imaging device 1/2.88 type ExmorR CMOS with ClearVid pixel array
Pixel Gross:Approx. 6650K
Video Actual:Approx. 6140K (16:9)
Minimum illumination 3 lux (Low LUX mode, 1/30(60p or 60i))
Shutter speed 1/8 - 1/10000 (Manual Shutter Speed Control)
Iris F1.8 - F3.4
Slow & Quick Motion function 240 fps (fixed) as Smooth Slow Rec
*The picture quality is degraded.(fps : Field per Sec.)
White balance Auto, outdoor (5800K), indoor (3200K), 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 (composite) A/V Remote connector
USB TypeA, Mini-AB/ USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Headphone output Stereo mini jack ø3.5mm
HDMI output HDMI mini connector
Monitoring
Viewfinder 0.5cm(0.2 type) / Color 201,600dots equivalent
Built-in LCD monitor 7.5cm (3.0 type,aspect ratio 16:9) 921,600 dots (1920x480)
Bulit-In Microphone
2ch Stereo microphone
Bulit-In Projector
Resolution output / Light output 640x360 / Up to 20 lumenThrow distance:5m (16ft) for 100"diagonal
Throw distance / Screen coverage 5m (16ft) for 100"diagonal / 10 type - 100 type
Projector playback endurance (Battery life) 205min (w/suppled battery)
Built-In Flash (Video Light)
Flash Compensation Yes (3 steps)
Flash Coverage Approx. 0.3m - 1.5m
Flash Metering System Pre-flash TTL
Flash Modes Auto / Forced / Prohibited
Video Light Continuous lighting when video shooting and NightShot mode
Recording Media
Internal Memory 96GB
Memory Stick PRO Duo(Mark2), Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card3
Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor [AC-L200C/D],Power code, Rechargeable Battery Pack
[NP-FV70], Microphone [ECM-XM1], Wind Screen, XLR Adaptor, Lens hood,
USB typeA extention cable,A/V connecting cable,USB Adaptor cable (for
external HDD) [VMC-UAM1],Wireless Remote Commander [RMT-845],
Step-down ring (52mm to 37mm),HDMI cable (typeC),Application
Software (CD-ROM) [Content Management Utility]
1 Due to variable bitrate, 24Mbps is the maximum bitrate for AVCHD FX mode and the average bitrate is being stated 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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