Sony PXW-FS7 User manual

4-562-025-12 (2)
© 2014 Sony Corporation
Solid-State Memory
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
PXW-FS7

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Overview
System Configuration ............................................................... 6
Location and Function of Parts ............................................... 7
Viewfinder .................................................................... 11
Eyepiece ....................................................................... 11
Lens (PXW-FS7K only) ............................................... 11
Grip Remote Control .................................................... 11
Infrared Remote Control .............................................. 12
Extension Unit (Option) ............................................... 12
Screen Display ......................................................................... 13
Viewfinder Screen ........................................................ 13
Status Screen ................................................................ 15
Preparation
Power Supply ........................................................................... 18
Using a Battery Pack .................................................... 18
Using AC Power .......................................................... 19
Attaching Devices .................................................................... 20
Attaching the Microphone Holder ............................... 20
Attaching the Viewfinder ............................................. 21
Attaching the Eyepiece ................................................ 22
Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 23
Attaching the Grip Remote Control ............................. 24
Setting the Clock ..................................................................... 25
Configuring Basic Camcorder Operation ............................ 26
Shooting Mode ............................................................. 26
Color Space .................................................................. 26
Using XQD Memory Cards .................................................... 26
About XQD Memory Cards ......................................... 26
Recommended Media ................................................... 27
Inserting an XQD Memory Card .................................. 29
Ejecting XQD Memory Cards ...................................... 29
Switching Between XQD Memory Cards .................... 29
Formatting (Initializing) XQD Memory Cards ............ 29
Checking the Remaining Recording Time ................... 30
Using a UTILITY SD Card .................................................... 30
Supported SD Cards ..................................................... 30
Table of Contents

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Inserting an SD Card .................................................... 30
Ejecting the SD Card .................................................... 30
Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards .............................. 31
Checking the Remaining Capacity ............................... 31
Using the XDCA-FS7 .............................................................. 31
Attaching the XDCA-FS7 ............................................ 31
Removing the XDCA-FS7 ........................................... 32
Attaching the Battery Pack ........................................... 32
Removing the Battery Pack .......................................... 33
Switching the Timecode Input/Output ......................... 33
Using an HXR-IFR5 and AXS-R5 ......................................... 33
Connecting the HXR-IFR5 to the Camcorder .............. 33
Removing the HXR-IFR5 ............................................ 33
Using the Infrared Remote Control ...................................... 34
Using Wi-Fi Remote Control ................................................. 35
Shooting
Basic Operation Procedure .................................................... 37
Adjusting the Focus Automatically .............................. 39
Adjusting the Focus Manually ..................................... 39
Monitoring Audio ......................................................... 40
Switching Between XQD Memory Cards .................... 40
Changing Basic Settings ......................................................... 41
Selecting the Recording Format ................................... 41
Adjusting the Brightness .............................................. 41
Adjusting for Natural Colors (White Balance) ............ 42
Setting the Audio to Record ......................................... 43
Specifying Time Data .................................................. 44
Useful Functions ...................................................................... 45
Assignable Buttons/Dials ............................................. 45
Slow & Quick Motion .................................................. 46
Picture Cache Recording (Picture Cache Rec) ............. 47
Reviewing a Recording (Rec Review) ......................... 47
Self Portrait Mode ........................................................ 48
Displaying Peaking ...................................................... 49
Displaying Zebra .......................................................... 49
Obtaining Location Information (GPS) ....................... 49
Shooting in Cine EI Mode ............................................ 50
Recording RAW Video ................................................ 50
Adding Audio Input Connectors .................................. 51
Connecting Devices using Wireless LAN .............................. 51
Attaching the IFU-WLM3 ............................................ 52
Attaching the CBK-WA100 ......................................... 52

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One-touch Connection of NFC-enabled Devices
(Using IFU-WLM3 Only) ...................................... 53
Displaying the Wi-Fi Remote Control .................................. 54
Thumbnail Screen
Thumbnail Screen ................................................................... 55
Screen Layout ............................................................... 55
Playing Clips ............................................................................ 56
Playing Recorded Clips ................................................ 56
Clip Operations ....................................................................... 57
Thumbnail Menu Operations ....................................... 57
Thumbnail Menu Items ................................................ 57
Menu Display and Settings
Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy .......................... 58
Setup Menu Organization ............................................ 58
Setup Menu Operations .......................................................... 60
Setup Menu List ...................................................................... 61
User Menu .................................................................... 61
Edit User Menu ............................................................ 62
Camera Menu ............................................................... 62
Paint Menu ................................................................... 67
Audio Menu ................................................................. 73
Video Menu .................................................................. 76
VF Menu ...................................................................... 78
TC/UB Menu ................................................................ 82
Recording Menu ........................................................... 83
Thumbnail Menu .......................................................... 84
Media Menu ................................................................. 85
File Menu ..................................................................... 86
System Menu ................................................................ 88
External Device Connection
Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 96
External Synchronization ....................................................... 97
Managing/Editing Clips using a Computer .......................... 98
Connecting using a USB Cable .................................... 98

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Appendix
Usage Precautions ................................................................. 100
Output Formats and Limitations ........................................ 101
Video Formats and Output Signals ............................ 101
Error/Warning Messages ..................................................... 114
Error Messages ........................................................... 114
Warning Messages ..................................................... 114
Caution and Operation Messages ............................... 115
Licenses .................................................................................. 116
MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License .................. 116
MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ................... 116
Obtaining Software Under the GPL/LGPL
License ................................................................. 116
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ..................... 117
Open Software Licenses ............................................. 121
Specifications ......................................................................... 122
General ....................................................................... 122
Camera Section .......................................................... 124
Audio Section ............................................................. 124
Input/Output Section .................................................. 125
Display Section .......................................................... 125
Media Slot Section ..................................................... 125
Supplied Accessories ................................................. 125
Software Downloads .................................................. 127
Trademarks ................................................................. 127

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This section shows an example of a camera system configuration.
Overview
System Configuration
ECM-MS2
Microphone
SELP28135G
SEL1635Z
SELP18200
Lens
UWP-D11
UWP-D12
Wireless
Microphone
Package
HVL-LBPC
Video Light
PXW-FS7
LA-EA3
LA-EA4
A-Mount
Adaptor
IFU-WLM3 (supplied)
USB Wireless LAN Module
VCT-FS7
Shoulder Adaptor
S/N/H/G-series
XQD Memory Card
MRW-E80
XQD Card Reader
HXR-IFR5
Interface Unit
AXS-R5
Portable
Memory
Recorder
BP-U30 (supplied),
BP-U60, BP-U60T,
BP-U90
Battery Pack
AC Adaptor (supplied)
MPA-AC1 (USA/Canada)
AC-NB12A (except USA/
Canada)
XDCA-FS7
Extension Unit
BP-L80S, BP-FL75
Battery Pack
CBK-WA100
Wireless Adaptor
RMT-845 (supplied)
Infrared Remote Control
BC-U1 (supplied), BC-U2
Battery Charger
Grip Remote Control
(supplied)
SMAD-P3
Multi-Interface
Shoe Adaptor
XLR-K2M
XLR
Adaptor Kit

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For details about the usage and function of each part, see the referenced page.
1. Handle (page 8)
2. Viewfinder connector (page 21)
3. REMOTE connector (page 24)
4. INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch
(page 43)
5. INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch
(page 43)
6. Grip attachment (page 24)
7. USB wireless LAN module connector
8. Recording indicator (page 92)
Flashes when the remaining capacity on the
recording media or battery is low.
9. Tape measure hook
The tape measure hook is on the same plane as
the image sensor. To measure the distance
between the camcorder and the subject
accurately, use this hook as a reference point.
You can attach the end of a tape measure to the
hook to measure the distance from the subject.
10. WB SET (white balance set) button
(page 43)
11. Lens lock pin (page 23)
12. Lens release button (page 23)
13. Accessory shoe
14. Handle record START/STOP button
The record button cannot be operated when the
lock lever is in the lock position.
15. Handle zoom lever (page 66)
16. Multi-interface shoe
For details about accessories supported by the
multi-interface shoe, contact your sales
representative.
Location and Function of Parts
WBSE T

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Attaching the accessory shoe
1Lift the front edge of the shoe spring, and pull the
spring in the opposite direction to the arrow engraved
on the spring.
2Position the accessory shoe on the accessory shoe
mount, aligning the protrusions on the shoe with the
corresponding points on the mount, and tighten the
four screws.
3Insert the shoe spring in the direction of the arrow so
that the U-shaped portion fits onto the end of the
accessory shoe.
Removing the accessory shoe
Remove the show spring as described in step 1 in
“Attaching the Accessory Shoe,” unscrew the four
screws, and remove the accessory shoe.
Attaching the USB wireless LAN module guard
plate
1Remove the handle attachment screw.
2Attach the guard plate, and tighten the screw.
Removing the handle
Remove the four handle attachment screws, and
remove the handle from the camcorder.
Attaching the handle connector protective cap
(supplied)
When using the camcorder with the handle
removed, protect the connector using the supplied
protective cap.
Protecting the connector terminals
Attach the cover to unused connectors to protect
the connector terminals.
Shoe spring
Accessory shoe
Accessory shoe
Shoe spring
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1. Record START/STOP button
2. ND FILTER dial (page 42)
3. ASSIGN (assignable) 1 to 3 buttons
(page 45)
4. PUSH AUTO IRIS button (page 41)
5. PUSH AUTO FOCUS button (page 39)
6. FOCUS switch (page 39)
7. DISPLAY button (page 13)
8. FULL AUTO button (page 37)
9. POWER switch (page 18)
10. IRIS dial (page 45)
11. STATUS CHECK button (page 15)
12. HOLD switch (page 92)
13. CH1 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 43)
14. CH1 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 43)
15. CH2 LEVEL CONTROL switch (page 43)
16. CH2 INPUT LEVEL dial (page 43)
17. SLOT SELECT (XQD memory card
select) button (page 29)
18. CANCEL/BACK button (page 56)
19. MENU button (page 58)
20. THUMBNAIL button (page 55)
21. Right button
Used to set numeric values and to move the
cursor to the right on thumbnail screens and
menus.
22. SEL/SET (select/set) dial
Turn the dial to move the cursor up/down to
select menu items or settings. Press to apply the
selected item.
23. Left button
Used to set numeric values and to move the
cursor to the left on thumbnail screens and
menus.
24. SHUTTER button (page 42)
25. WHT BAL (white balance memory select)
switch (page 42)
26. WHT BAL (white balance) button
(page 42)
27. GAIN (gain select) switch (page 41)
28. ISO/Gain button (page 41)

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1. Headphone connector (page 40)
2. XQD card slot A (page 29)
3. UTILITY SD card slot (page 30)
4. XQD (A) access indicator (page 29)
5. SD card access indicator (page 30)
6. XQD (B) access indicator (page 29)
7. USB connector
Connect to a computer using a USB cable to
access recording media in an XQD card slot on
the camcorder.
8. XQD card slot B (page 29)
9. Built-in speaker (page 40)
10. Media cover release button (page 29)
11. Extension unit connector (page 31)
12. Rear recording indicator (page 37)
13. DC IN connector (page 19)
14. BATT RELEASE (battery release) button
(page 18)
15. Battery (page 18)
16. Battery pack attachment (page 18)
17. Infrared remote control receiver sensor
(page 34)
18. Internal microphone (page 43)
Narration microphone for recording ambient
sound.
19. INPUT1 (audio input 1) connector
(page 43)
20. INPUT2 (audio input 2) connector
(page 43)
21. SDI OUT 1 connector (page 96)
22. SDI OUT 2 connector (page 96)
23. HDMI OUT connector (page 96)
Underside
1. Tripod screw hole (1/4 inch, 3/8 inch)
Compatible with 1/4-20UNC screws and 3/8-
16UNC screws.
Attach to a tripod (option, screw length of
5.5 mm or less).

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For details about attaching the viewfinder
(supplied) and eyepiece, see page 21.
1. CONTRAST knob
2. PEAKING button
3. ZEBRA button
4. MIRROR switch
5. Eyepiece attachment hooks
For details about attaching the eyepiece
(supplied), see page 22.
1. Diopter adjustment knob
2. Eyecup
For details, refer to the operation manual for the
lens.
For details about attaching the grip remote control
(supplied), see page 24.
1. Zoom lever
2. ASSIGN (assignable) 4 button
3. Assignable dial
4. ASSIGN (assignable) 6 button
5. Record START/STOP button
6. Multi selector
7. Grip rotation button
8. ASSIGN (assignable) 5 button
Viewfinder
Eyepiece
Lens (PXW-FS7K only)
Grip Remote Control

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1. DATA CODE button
Not used on this version.
2. TC RESET button
3. SCAN/SLOW button
4. ./> (PREV/NEXT) buttons
5. PLAY button
6. STOP button
7. DISPLAY button
8. Remote control transmitter
9. START/STOP button
10. Zoom lever
11. PAUSE button
12. MODE button
Not used on this version.
13. b/B/v/V/ENTER buttons
For details about attaching an extension unit
(option), see page 31.
1. BATT RELEASE button
2. Battery compartment
3. GENLOCK IN
4. DC IN
5. DC OUT
6. Recording indicator
7. REF OUT
8. TC IN/OUT
9. TC IN/OUT switch
10. RAW OUT
Infrared Remote Control Extension Unit (Option)

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During shooting (recording/standby) and playback, the camcorder status and settings are superimposed
on the image displayed in the viewfinder.
You can show/hide the information using the DISPLAY button.
You can also select to show/hide each item independently (page 78).
The 17:9 aspect ratio picture captured by the image sensor is displayed in the viewfinder. In 16:9 recording
formats, the dark portions on the left and right edges are not recorded.
1. Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator
(page 42)
2. ND filter indicator (page 42)
3. Gain indicator (page 41)
Displayed as an EI value when Base Setting
(page 88) >Shooting Mode in the System menu
is set to “Cine EI.”
4. Focus position indicator
Displays the focus position (if a lens that
supports focus setting display is attached).
5. Recording mode, slot A/B icon, and status
indicators
Screen Display
Viewfinder Screen
Information displayed on the screen while shooting
S&Q /zRec Slow & Quick Motion,
High Frame Rate mode
recording
S&Q / Stby Slow & Quick Motion,
High Frame Rate mode
standby
/zRec Recording
/Stby Standby
/zPicture cache recording
/zCache Picture cache standby

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6. Slot B icon and status indicators
7. External RAW recording indicator
(page 50)
8. Depth-of-field indicator
9. Color temperature indicator (page 42)
10. S&Q Motion frame rate indicator
(page 83)
11. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN
voltage indicator (page 19)
12. Recording format (picture size) indicator
(page 89)
Displays the picture size for recording on XQD
memory cards.
13. Recording format (frame rate and scan
method) indicator
14. Recording format (codec) indicator
(page 41)
Displays the name of the format for recording
on XQD memory cards.
15. Gamma/monitor LUT indicator (page 68,
page 76)
Displays the gamma setting. When Shooting
Mode (page 88) is set to “Cine EI,” it displays
the gamma or monitor LUT setting for recording
video on XQD memory cards.
16. External output format indicator
(page 76)
17. Timecode external lock indicator
Displays “EXT-LK” when locked to the
timecode of an external device.
18. Wi-Fi connection status indicator
(page 51)
Displayed when the Wi-Fi function is set to
“Enable.” When the IFU-WLM3 is not attached
to the camcorder, is not displayed.
19. GPS status indicator (page 49)
Displays the GPS status.
20. Focus assist indicator (page 39)
Displays a detection frame (focus area marker)
indicating the area for detection of focus, and a
level bar (focus assist indicator) indicating the
degree of focus within that area.
21. Video signal indicator (page 16)
Displays a waveform, vectorscope, and
histogram.
22. Slot A/B media status/remaining capacity
indicator (page 30)
Recording media when the left side of the icon
is orange.
Playback media when the green indicator on the
top right of the icon is on.
23. Spirit level indicator
Displays the horizontal level and the front-to-
rear slope in ±1°increments up to ±20°.
24. Audio level meter
25. Clip name indicator (page 55)
26. Focus indicator (page 39)
27. Time data indicator (page 44)
28. SD card indicator
29. SDI output control status indicator
(page 96)
30. White balance mode indicator (page 42)
31. AE mode indicator (page 41)
32. Auto iris indicator (page 41)
33. AGC indicator (page 41)
34. Auto shutter indicator (page 42)
35. Focus mode indicator
36. Image stabilization mode indicator
37. Zoom position indicator
Displays the zoom position in the range 0 (wide
angle) to 99 (telephoto) (if a lens that supports
zoom setting display is attached).
38. Iris position indicator
Displays the iris position (if a lens that supports
iris setting display is attached).
zRec Recording
Stby Standby
W:P Preset mode
W:A Memory mode A
W:B Memory mode B

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Information displayed on the screen during
playback
The following information is superimposed on
the playback picture.
1. Clip number / total number of clips
2. Playback mode
3. Remaining battery capacity indicator
4. Playback format (picture size) indicator
5. Playback format (frame rate) indicator
6. Playback format (codec) indicator
7. Wi-Fi connection status indicator
(page 51)
Displayed when the Wi-Fi function is set to
“Enable.” When the IFU-WLM3 is not attached
to the camcorder, is not displayed.
8. Media indicator
9. Audio level indicator
Displays the audio level when recording.
10. Time data indicator
When Display On/Off >Timecode in the VF
menu is set to “On,” it displays the time data
when the DISPLAY button is pressed.
To display the status screen:
• Push the STATUS CHECK button.
To switch to the status screen:
• Turn the SEL/SET dial.
• Move the multi selector up/down.
To hide the status screen:
• Push the STATUS CHECK button.
Camera Status screen
Displays the electronic shutter setting of the
camera and the lens status.
Status Screen
ISO/Gain/EI<H> ISO/Gain/EI<H> setting
ISO/Gain/EI<M> ISO/Gain/EI<M> setting
ISO/Gain/EI<L> ISO/Gain/EI<L> setting
Shutter Shutter setting (Speed/Angle/
ECS/Off)
Iris F-stop value obtained from the
lens
Zebra1 Zebra1 On/Off setting and level
Zebra2 Zebra2 On/Off setting and level
Gamma Gamma Select setting
White White balance mode and settings
Focal Length Focal length value obtained from
the lens
AE Level AE level setting
AE Speed AE control speed setting
AGC Limit Maximum gain setting of the
AGC function
A.SHT Limit Fastest shutter speed of the auto
shutter function
AE Mode AE mode setting (Backlight/
Standard/Spotlight)

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Audio Status screen
Displays the input setting, audio level meter, and
wind noise reduction filter setting for each
channel.
System Status screen
Displays the video signal settings.
Video Output Status screen
Displays the SDI, HDMI, and video output
settings.
Assignable Button Status screen
Displays the functions assigned to each of the
assignable buttons.
Battery Status screen
Displays information about the battery and DC IN
source.
CH1 level meter Channel 1 audio level meter
CH1 Source Channel 1 input source
CH1 Ref./Sens. Channel 1 input reference level
CH1 Wind Filter Channel 1 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH2 level meter Channel 2 audio level meter
CH2 Source Channel 2 input source
CH2 Ref./Sens. Channel 2 input reference level
CH2 Wind Filter Channel 2 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH3 level meter Channel 3 audio level meter
CH3 Source Channel 3 input source
CH3 Wind Filter Channel 3 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
CH4 level meter Channel 4 audio level meter
CH4 Source Channel 4 input source
CH4 Wind Filter Channel 4 microphone wind
reduction filter setting
Audio Input Level Audio input level setting
Monitor CH Monitor channel setting
HDMI Output CH HDMI output audio channel
combination setting
Headphone Out Headphone output type setting
Country NTSC or PAL region setting
Rec Format Format for recording to XQD
memory cards
Picture Size Picture size for recording to XQD
memory cards
Frame Rate Frame rate for recording to XQD
memory cards
Rec Function Enabled special recording format
and settings
Simul Rec Simul Rec On/Off status
Picture Cache Rec Picture Cache Rec On/Off status
Video Light Set HVL-LBPC Video Light (option)
on/off indicator
SDI1 Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
SDI2 Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
HDMI Output picture size
Color space
Screen display output
Gamma
REF Output picture size
RAW Output picture size
1 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
1 button
2 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
2 button
3 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
3 button
4 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
4 button
5 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
5 button
6 Function assigned to the ASSIGN
6 button
IRIS Dial Function assigned to the IRIS dial
Assignable Dial Function assigned to the
assignable dial
Detected Battery Type of battery
Remaining Remaining capacity (%)
Charge Count Number of recharges
Capacity Remaining capacity (Ah)
Voltage Voltage (V)
Manufacture Date Date of battery manufacture
Video Light
Remaining
Displays the remaining capacity
of the video light battery.
Power Source Power supply source
Supplied Voltage Supplied power source voltage

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Media Status screen
Displays the remaining capacity and remaining
recording time of recording media (XQD memory
cards A and B).
Rec Button Settings Screen
Displays the settings of the record START/STOP
buttons on the camcorder and handle (page 38).
Media A
information
Displays the media icon when
recording media is inserted in slot
A.
Media A
protection
Displays the lock icon when the
recording media inserted in slot A
is protected (locked).
Note
XQD memory cards cannot be
protected using the camcorder.
Media A
remaining capacity
meter
Displays the remaining capacity
of recording media inserted in slot
A expressed as a percentage on a
bar graph.
Media A
remaining
recording time
Displays an estimate of the
remaining recording time of the
recording media inserted in slot A
in units of minutes under the
current recording conditions.
Media B
information
Displays the media icon when
recording media is inserted in slot
B.
Media B protection Displays the lock icon when the
recording media inserted in slot B
is protected (locked).
Note
XQD memory cards cannot be
protected using the camcorder.
Media B remaining
capacity meter
Displays the remaining capacity
of recording media inserted in slot
B expressed as a percentage on a
bar graph.
Media B remaining
recording time
Displays an estimate of the
remaining recording time of the
recording media inserted in slot B
in units of minutes under the
current recording conditions.
SD card
information
Displays the media icon when
media is inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot.
SD card protection Displays the lock icon when the
media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot is protected (locked).
SD card remaining
capacity meter
Displays the remaining capacity
of media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot expressed as a
percentage on a bar graph.
SD card remaining
capacity
Displays the remaining capacity
of media inserted in the UTILITY
SD card slot expressed in units of
GB.
SD card life Displays the operating life of
media in the UTILITY SD card
slot as a percentage.
Rec Button Displays the slots for recording
controlled by the recording
START/STOP button.
Handle Rec Button Displays the slots for recording
controlled by the recording
START/STOP button on the
handle.

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You can use a battery pack or AC power supply
from an AC adaptor.
For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and
AC adaptors listed below.
Lithium ion battery packs
BP-U30 (supplied)
BP-U60
BP-U60T
BP-U90
Battery chargers
BC-U1 (supplied)
BC-U2
AC adaptors (supplied)
MPA-AC1 (USA and Canada model only)
AC-NB12A (except USA and Canada model)
Do not store battery packs in locations exposed to
direct sunlight, flame, or high temperature.
Notes
• The camcorder cannot be powered from the BC-U1/
BC-U2 battery charger acting as an external power
source.
• When operating from a power outlet, use the supplied
AC adaptor.
• Always set the POWER switch to the Off position
before connecting a battery or AC adaptor. If it is
connected with the POWER switch in the On position,
the camcorder may be unable to start in some cases. If
the unit cannot be started, set the POWER switch to the
Off position and disconnect the battery pack or AC
adaptor temporarily, then wait about 30 seconds before
attempting to connect again. (If the AC adaptor is
connected while the camcorder is operating from the
battery pack, it can be connected with the POWER
switch in the On position without problem.)
To attach a battery pack, plug the battery pack
into the attachment (page 10) as far as it will go,
and then slide it down to lock it into position.
To remove a battery pack, press and hold the
BATT RELEASE button (page 10), slide the
battery pack up and then pull it out of the
attachment.
Notes
• Before attaching a battery pack, charge the battery
using the dedicated BC-U1 or BC-U2 battery charger.
• Charging a battery immediately after use while it is
still warm may not fully recharge the battery.
Preparation
Power Supply
Caution
Using a Battery Pack
BATT RELEASE
button

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Checking the remaining capacity
When shooting/playing using a battery pack, the
remaining battery capacity is displayed in the
viewfinder
(page 13) .
The camcorder indicates the remaining capacity
by calculating the available time with the battery
pack if operation is continued at the current rate
of power consumption.
When using an extension unit
When using the XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit, the
battery voltage or the remaining battery capacity
is displayed, depending on the battery used.
Note
The camcorder battery pack cannot be used when an
XDCA-FS7 unit is attached to the camcorder. You must
attach a battery pack to the XDCA-FS7 or connect an
external power supply.
If the battery pack charge becomes low
If the remaining battery charge falls below a
certain level during operation (Low BATT state),
a low-battery message appears, the recording
indicator starts flashing, and a beep sound will
warn you.
If the remaining battery charge falls below the
level at which operation cannot continue (BATT
Empty state), a battery-empty message appears.
Replace with a charged battery pack.
Changing the warning levels
The Low BATT level is set to 10% of full battery
charge and the BATT Empty level is set to 3% by
factory default. You can change the warning level
settings using Camera Battery Alarm (page 94) in
the System menu.
Connecting the camcorder to a power outlet
allows use without worrying about the need to
recharge the battery pack.
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN connector
on the camcorder, and connect the power cord
(supplied) to a power outlet.
If the output voltage from the AC adaptor
becomes low
If the output voltage from the AC adaptor falls
below a certain level during operation (DC Low
Voltage1 state), a message appears informing you
that the AC adaptor output voltage has dropped,
the recording indicator starts flashing, and a beep
sound is emitted.
If the output voltage from the AC adaptor falls
below the level at which operation cannot
continue (DC Low Voltage2 state), a message
appears informing you that the AC adaptor output
voltage is too low.
If this occurs, the AC adaptor may be faulty.
Check the AC adaptor, as required.
Changing the warning levels
The DC Low Voltage1 level is set to 11.5 V and
the DC Low Voltage2 level is set to 11.0 V by
factory default. You can change the warning level
settings using Camera DC IN Alarm (page 94) in
the System menu.
Icon Remaining capacity
91% to 100%
71% to 90%
51% to 70%
31% to 50%
11% to 30%
0% to 10%
Using AC Power
AC adaptor
DC IN connector
Power cord
To power outlet

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AC adaptors
• Do not connect and use an AC adaptor in a
confined space, such as between a wall and
furniture.
• Connect the AC adaptor to the nearest power
outlet. If a problem occurs during operation,
immediately disconnect the power cord from
the outlet.
• Do not short-circuit the metal parts of the plug
of the AC adaptor. Doing so will cause a
malfunction.
• The battery cannot be charged while attached to
the camcorder, even if the AC adaptor is
connected.
Notes
• The microphone holder is attached when shipped from
the factory.
• Attach/remove the microphone holder while the
camcorder is turned off.
• Attach/remove the microphone holder with the mount
cap attached so as not to damage the image sensor.
1Insert the microphone holder into the
handle.
2Insert the stopper into the recess, and
tighten the screw to secure the holder.
Attaching Devices
Attaching the Microphone Holder
Stopper