Sony VENICE MPC-3610 User manual

© 2017 Sony Corporation
Digital Motion Picture Camera
VENICE
Operating Instructions
MPC-3610
Firmware Version 1.0
4-735-109-11 (1)
GB

0002
1. Overview
Features..............................................................................3
System Configuration ........................................................ 5
Location and Function of Parts..........................................6
2. Preparation
Preparing a Power Supply ...............................................14
Setting the Clock..............................................................15
Attaching the VF Attachment and Handle......................16
Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange
Focal Length ............................................................17
Attaching a Viewfinder....................................................19
Handling SxS Memory Cards...........................................21
Handling SD Cards for Saving Configuration Data..........23
Using with AXS-R7 ..........................................................24
3. Camera Operations
Sub Display.......................................................................26
Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display.......29
User Functions Screen......................................................32
Menu Operations .............................................................35
Full Menu Operations.......................................................41
Full Menu List...................................................................42
Clip Operations.................................................................52
Playback ...........................................................................54
Operations on the Home Screen of the Mini Display......55
4. Shooting
Basic Operations...............................................................57
Useful Functions...............................................................58
5. Connecting External Devices
Connecting External Monitors and Recording
Devices.....................................................................59
External Synchronization.................................................61
6. Appendix
Usage Precautions............................................................62
Recording Formats and Output Signals ..........................64
Error/Warning Indications...............................................68
Items Saved in Files..........................................................70
Licenses............................................................................74
Specifications ...................................................................75
Table of Contents

00031. Overview
Features
New 36×24 mm Full Frame CMOS
Image Sensor
Supports image capture at resolutions up to 6048
× 4032 pixels.* By switching the imager mode, the
unit can natively support many shooting formats,
including Super35 24.3 × 12.8 mm, 4096 × 2160
pixel resolution (equivalent to 3-perforation
motion picture film) and 4:3 Anamorphic*
Super35 24.3 × 18.3 mm, 4096 × 3024 pixel
resolution (equivalent to 4-perforation motion
picture film).
* Full Frame and Anamorphic modes require licenses sold
separately.
Wide Latitude
The unit supports 15+ stops of latitude. It features
very low noise for delivering phenomenal images
in conditions from searing sunlight to almost
no light, allowing for unprecedented creative
freedom in grading.
Wide Color Space Capture
Images can be captured in a color space that
exceeds DCI-P3. The degree of freedom in the
grading is dramatically improved when using
Sony’s S-Gamut3.Cine color space together with
S-Log3.
PL Lens Mount
Equipped with the industry-standard PL lens
mount. The lens mount supports Cooke/i
technology, and lens information is recorded as
metadata frame by frame.
Compact Body and Intuitive
Operation
A relatively compact design for a device equipped
with a large Full Frame image sensor, achieved
using Sony’s miniaturization technology, which
allows easier shooting in confined spaces or on
drones.
The position, shape, and size of the control
buttons reflect the requirements of camera
operators for intuitive operation. They also feature
backlighting for ease of use in dark locations.
Engineered to Survive
The chassis is made from magnesium alloy for
high robustness and durability. The ventilation
system is completely isolated from all electronic
components to prevent ingress of dust, sand, and
liquids.*
The silent-running fan can be cleaned or even
swapped out on set quickly and easily to maintain
high redundancy.
* Design protects against dust and rain, but cannot
completely prevent the ingress of dust and liquid.
Modular design
Features a fully modular design, allowing you
to flexibly support various rigs and peripheral
equipment according to the shooting application.
The top handle and viewfinder are easily
adjustable to maintain ergonomic balance and
ease of use with lenses. The height of the optical
axis is the same as the PMW-F55, permitting the
use of peripheral devices used with the PMW-F55.
And an optional AXS-R7 Portable Memory
Recorder can be securely attached to the rear of
the unit using four hex screws.
8-Position Optical ND Filter
Employs an 8-position optical ND filter. It offers
a wide ND range of 0.3ND (1/2 = 1 stop) to
2.4ND (1/256 = 8 stops) that reduces time lost
on set changing external ND filters. The ND filter
mechanism is servo-controlled.
Intuitive and Familiar On-Set
Operation
The menu screen is available from both sides of
the camera, with the main control display on the
Assistant side of the camera for fast access to the
camera settings by the camera assistant while
shooting.
An OLED mini display on the Operator side allows
the operator to access commonly accessed
features such as ND filter position, shutter, white
balance, and exposure index (EI), making it
convenient for the operator to check the status of
the unit.
Various Recording Formats
The unit supports recording on SxS memory cards
in XAVC and MPEG HD formats. In addition, it can
record in 16-bit RAW or X-OCN format onto AXS
memory cards when used in combination with an
optional AXS-R7 Portable Memory Recorder.

000 1. Overview: Features 4
Effective Picture Size
The unit supports shooting in the following effective picture sizes.
[Note]
A software license is required to shoot in 6K 3:2 and 4K 4:3.
6K 3:2
4K 4:3
4K 17:9
(DCI 4K)
3.8K 16:9
(Ultra HD)
Software Licenses
You can select software licenses (optional) according to the intended usage of the unit.
Software licenses are installed using Maintenance > License Options (page 51) in the full menu.
Software license Imager mode Effective number of pixels W × H (mm) Project frame rate
License not required 3.8K 16:9 3840 × 2160 22.8 × 12.8 23, 24, 25, 29, 50, 59
4K 17:9 4096 × 2160 24.3 × 12.8 23, 24, 25, 29, 50, 59
Anamorphic License 4K 4:3 4096 × 3024 24.3 × 18.3 23, 24
Full Frame License 6K 3:2 6048 × 4032 35.9 × 24.0 23, 24
[Note]
Recording in 6K 3:2 is supported, but playback is not supported.

000 1. Overview 5
System Configuration
MPC-3610
VCT-FSA5
Shoulder Adaptor
DVF-L700
Viewfinder
(VF cable (A-2201-632-A or
A-2201-633-A) is required)
DVF-EL200
Viewfinder
ECM-680S, ECM-678,
ECM-674
Microphone
(EC-0.5X3F5M is required)
Microphone Holder (A-2182-620-A)
Rod Clamp (A-2182-621-A)
Rod (4-684-612-01)
SBP-256D, SBP-128B/C/D, SBP-64A/B/C/D, SBP-32,
SBS-64G1A/B, SBS-32G1A/B
SxS Memory Card
QD-S64E, QD-S32E, QD-N64, QD-M128A, QD-M64A,
QD-M32A, QD-G128A/E, QD-G64A/E, QD-G32A/E
XQD Memory Card
(QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard Adaptor is required)
SBAC-US30/UT100
USB Card Reader
AC-DN2B, AC-DN10
AC Adaptor
AXS-AR1
AXS Memory Card Reader
BP-FL75, BP-FLX75
Battery Pack
SCL-PK6,
SCL-P11X15
S35 PL Lens
CBKZ-3610A,
CBKZ-3610AM,
CBKZ-3610AW
Anamorphic
License
CBKZ-3610F,
CBKZ-3610FM,
CBKZ-3610FW
Full Frame License
Anamorphic Lens
Full Frame Lens
AXS-R7
Portable Memory
Recorder
AXS-A256S24, AXS-A512S48,
AXS-A512S24, AXS-A1TS48,
AXS-A1TS24
AXS Memory Card
AXS-AR1, AXS-CR1
AXS Memory Card
Reader

000 1. Overview 6
Location and Function of Parts
Operator Side
4
678910111213
15
16
14
1 2 3
5
Air inlet
SxS memory card
slot block (page 7)
1. ASSIGN (assignable) buttons 1/2 (page 32)
Assign functions using the EDIT page of the
user functions screen (page 32).
The assigned function toggles between on/off
(enable/disable) or is activated with each
press.
2. ASSIGN (assignable) lamps 1/2 (page 32)
Each lamp is lit orange when the assigned
function is on (enabled) or activated, and not
lit when the function is off (disabled).
3. Mini display ITEM keys 1 to 3
Controls the operation of functions on the
mini display (page 55).
4. Mini display
Displays various setup items, such as shutter
angle, that you can check or modify
(page 55).
5. ACCESS lamps (SLOT A/B)
Each lamp is lit when the recording media in
SxS card slot A/B is the target for recording/
playback and when data is being written to or
read from the recording media in SxS card slot
A/B (page 21).
6. Network connector (RJ-45)
Not supported in firmware version 1.0.
7. CLIPS button
Not supported in firmware version 1.0.
8. Power switch
Set to the ON position () to turn the power on.
Set to the OFF position () to turn the power
off.
[CAUTION]
 This unit uses a small amount of standby power
even when the power switch is set to OFF. Remove
the battery pack if the unit will not be used for a
prolonged period.
 When removing the battery pack or the DC IN
power, be sure to first set the power switch to the
OFF position. Interrupting the power supply during
recording or during memory card access could cause
a malfunction.
9. HOME button
Press to clear the item selection display and
return to the Home screen on the mini display .
If pressed when the unit is in playback state,
the unit transitions to shooting mode
(page 55).
10. LOCK switch
Locks the operation of the buttons on the
Operator side. When locked, the switch
background LED lights in orange.
11. Headphones connector (stereo mini jack)
Connect to earphones for audio monitoring.
You can monitor the input audio during
shooting/recording and playback sound
during playback (page 54).
12. Built-in speaker
You can monitor the input audio during
shooting/recording and playback sound
during playback. The speaker also sounds
alarms to reinforce visual warnings
(page 54).
If you connect earphones to the headphones
jack, the speaker output is suppressed
automatically.
13. REC ACTIVE lamp
The lamp is lit green when the REC button is
enabled.
14. ASSIGN (assignable) lamp 3 (page 32)
The lamp is lit orange when the assigned
function is on (enabled) or activated, and not
lit when the function is off (disabled).
15. REC (recording start/stop) button/lamp
Press to start recording, turning the REC lamp
on. Press again to stop recording, turning the
REC lamp off (page 57).
The REC lamp flashes when a device error or
warning occurs.
16. ф mark
The ф mark is on the same plane as the image
sensor.
To measure the precise distance between the
unit and the subject, use the ф mark as a
reference.

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 7
SxS memory card slot block (page 21)
The SxS memory card slots are located behind the
cover.
1
3
2
1. SxS memory card slots A/B
2. Manufacturer calibration terminal
Manufacturer terminal for calibration and
servicing (cannot be used by users).
3. SLOT SELECT (SxS memory card select)
button
Press to switch the active slot.
Assistant Side
1 2 3 4
6
5
7
8
9
1011
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
123
456
1. ASSIGN (assignable) button 4 (page 32)
Assign functions using the EDIT page of the
user functions screen (page 32).
The assigned function toggles between on/off
(enable/disable) or is activated with each
press.
2. ASSIGN (assignable) lamp 4 (page 32)
The lamp is lit orange when the assigned
function is on (enabled) or activated, and not
lit when the function is off (disabled).
3. Sub display
Allows you to check the operation status of
the unit and make various settings
(page 27).
With the Home screen displayed, press and
hold the BACK button (page 8) and turn
the SEL/SET dial to adjust the brightness of the
sub display and mini display.
The brightness can also be adjusted using
Technical > Control Display > Brightness level
(page 50) in the full menu.
4. Sub display ITEM keys 1 to 6
Controls the operation of functions on the sub
display (page 35).
5. Tape measure hook
The tape measure hook is on the same plane
as the image sensor. To measure the precise
distance between the unit and the subject, use
the tape measure hook as a reference. You can
attach the end of a tape measure to the hook,
and measure the distance from the subject.
6. HOME button
Press to clear the display and return to the
Home screen on the sub display (page 29).
If pressed when the unit is in playback state,
the unit transitions to shooting mode.
7. MENU (menu display on/off) button
(pages 35, 41)
Press the MENU button to display the menu
screen on the sub display. Press and hold the
MENU button for 2 seconds or longer to
display the full menu screen on the sub
display. Press the button during menu screen
or full menu screen display to return to the
previous screen display.
8. SEL/SET (select/set) dial (MENU dial)
Changes the item selection or a setting within
the menu (pages 29, 35, 41).
9. +48V power lamp
Lights in green if the AUDIO IN switch is set to
MIC and +48 V phantom power is supplied on
the AUDIO IN connector. It is not lit if phantom
power is not supplied.
You can turn +48 V phantom power on/off
using Audio category > Audio Details > Audio
Configuration > Phantom Power +48V
(page 48) in the menu.
10. AUDIO IN (audio selector) switch
Select the input signal type corresponding to
the audio source connected to the AUDIO IN
connector.
LINE: When connecting an external analog
audio signal source
AES/EBU: When connecting an external digital
audio signal source
MIC: When connecting a microphone.

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 8
11. AUDIO IN connector (XLR 5-pin)
Input external microphone or audio
equipment signals.
When the audio source is set to LINE or MIC
using the AUDIO IN switch, this connector
functions as the AUDIO IN CH-1 and AUDIO IN
CH-2 connector.
When the audio source is set to AES/EBU using
the AUDIO IN switch, this connector functions
as an AUDIO IN CH-3/4 connector.
12. BACK button
Cancels the menu setting and moves up one
level in the menu hierarchy during menu
display.
Cancels the execution process or
pending process during process execution/
pending display (pages
29, 35, 41 ).
13. LOCK switch
Locks the operation of the buttons on the
Assistant side. When locked, the switch
background LED lights in orange.
14. ACCESS (SD card access) lamp (page 23)
15. REC ACTIVE lamp
The lamp is lit green when the REC button is
enabled.
16. REC (recording start/stop) button/lamp
Press to start recording, turning the REC lamp
on. Press again to stop recording, turning the
REC lamp off (page 57).
The REC lamp flashes when a device error or
warning occurs.
17. CLIPS button
Press to display the clip list screen on the sub
display to enable clip operations (page 52).
To switch from playback mode to shooting
mode, press the HOME button.
18. USER button
Press to display the user function list on the
sub display, and to operate the ITEM keys 1 to
5 user function buttons.
ITEM key 6 is the user function list EDIT button.
Press this button to display the function
selection screen for the user function buttons
and assignable buttons. Press again when the
user functions screen is displayed to return to
the previous display (page 32).
Front
1
23
4
5
1. ASSIGN (assignable) button 3 (page 32)
Assign functions using the EDIT page of the
user functions screen (page 32).
The assigned function toggles between on/off
(enable/disable) or is activated with each
press.
2. PL lens mount adaptor (page 17)
3. VF (viewfinder output) connector
(page 19)
4. LENS connector (12-pin)
Not supported in firmware version 1.0.
5. 24V OUT connector (DC OUT 24 V, Fischer
3-pin)
24 V DC power supply output connector
(page 59).
The output voltage and maximum output
current of this connector vary depending on
the input voltage to the unit. The maximum
current includes the output current from the
24V OUT connector on the rear panel
(page 9).
11 V to 17 V input
Output voltage : 24 V
Maximum output current: 1.0 A
22 V to 32 V input
Output voltage: Same as the input voltage
Maximum output current: 2.0 A

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 9
Rear
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
1. 24V OUT connector (DC OUT 24 V, Fischer
3-pin)
24 V DC power supply output connector
(page 59).
The output voltage and maximum output
current of this connector vary depending on
the input voltage to the unit. The maximum
current includes the output current from the
24V OUT connector on the front panel
(page 8).
11 V to 17 V input
Output voltage : 24 V
Maximum output current: 1.0 A
22 V to 32 V input
Output voltage: Same as the input voltage
Maximum output current: 2.0 A
2. 12V OUT connector (DC OUT 12V, Hirose
4-pin)
12V DC power supply output connector
(page 59).
The output voltage and maximum output
current of this connector vary depending on
the input voltage to the unit.
11 V to 17 V input
Output voltage: Same as the input voltage
Maximum output current: 1.0 A
22 V to 32 V input
Output voltage : 15 V
Maximum output current: 0.8 A
3. MONITOR OUT connector (BNC type)
HD SDI monitor signal output connector
(page 59).
4. GENLOCK (genlock input) connector (BNC
type)
To genlock the unit to an external source or to
lock the timecode of the unit to an external
source, input an external reference signal.
Digital signal and analog signal input are
supported.
Digital signal: 1.5G HDSDI interlaced signal
Analog signal: HD sync, Analog
5. TC IN (timecode input) connector (BNC type)
To lock the timecode of the unit to an external
source, input a reference timecode signal.
6. AUX connector (LEMO 5-pin)
Outputs the timecode signal (page 60).
7. REMOTE (remote control) connector (8-pin)
Not supported in firmware version 1.0.
8. 12V/24V (DC power input) connector
(page 14)
DC power supply input connector for external
power supply to the unit. Supports 12 V and
24 V input voltages.
No. Signal
1 GND
2 NC
3 NC
4 DC IN (11 V to 17 V or 22 V to 32 V)
9. Battery attachment terminal (page 14)
10. SDI OUT 1 to 4 (serial digital output)
connectors (BNC type) (page 59)
11. Battery pack mount (page 14)
12. Battery release lever (page 14)
13. HDMI OUT connector (page 59)

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 10
Top
1 2 3 4
1. External device connector
Not supported in firmware version 1.0.
2. Release button (page 16)
3. Handle/VF attachment mount (page 16)
4. Accessory mounting screw holes
Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (8)
Type of screw: 3/8-16UNC (10)
Length of engagement: 10 mm (3/8 inch) or
less
Bottom
3
1 2
Air vent
1. Tripod plate attachment holes
Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (2)
Type of screw: 3/8-16UNC (4)
Length of engagement: 9 mm (3/8 inch) or less
2. Bottom cover
Remove the four hex screws to remove the
cover.
3. SD card slot (page 23)

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 11
Viewfinder Screen
During shooting (recording or standby) and playback, the status and settings of the unit are
superimposed over the picture on the viewfinder screen.
Information displayed on the screen while recording
Fixed-24 FPS ND EI +0. 02
180.0 2.4 1250 3200 BAT
min120
14.5
T2.8
12:34:56:00
A001C001
Rec
mm
7.9ft
VF
R709
MON
D.Spd
Peak
SDI 1/2
LOG
SDI 3/4
Look
Zebra
R709
HDMI
SDI
Stop
R709
A
AXS 120 min
B
SxS 180 min 1 2
4K
4:3
2.0x
SxS
LOG
Sub
Look
MPG
Look Info:R709 (800%)
X-OCN ST / MPEG422
25
1 2 3 64 5 7 9
2021222324
10
8
11
14
15
16
17
18
19
12 13
28
30
29
26
27
31
1. Recording frame rate indicator
Displays the recording frame rate and project
frame rate.
2. Shutter angle/shutter speed indicator
Displays the shutter angle or shutter speed of
the electronic shutter.
3. ND filter indicator
Displays the density of the ND filter. The
display value is a LOG (base 10) value
(page 42).
0.3: 1/2
0.6: 1/4
0.9: 1/8
1.2: 1/16
1.5: 1/32
1.8: 1/64
2.1: 1/128
2.4: 1/256
4. Thermometer icon
Displayed when a high temperature warning
message is issued.
The description is displayed in the Info
category in the menu.
5. Warning icon
Displayed when other than a high
temperature warning message is issued.
The description is displayed in the Info
category in the menu.
6. Exposure index indicator
Displays the exposure index (EI) value.
7. Color temperature indicator
Displays the color temperature and Tint value
of the white balance.
8. Look information display
Displays the selected Look (page 43).
9. Battery capacity/voltage indicator
Displays the following indicators according to
the type of battery power source.
Battery type Display
InfoLithium
battery
Battery remaining capacity
and remaining recording
time
Anton/Bauer
battery
Remaining battery capacity
(% indicator)
Other batteries Input voltage
10. VF LUT indicator
Displays the viewfinder LUT (page 42).
11. VF Double Speed Scan indicator
Displays the on/off state of the function for
doubling the frame rate of the viewfinder
display.
12. VF Peaking indicator
Displays the on/off state of the peaking
function of the viewfinder display.
13. VF Zebra indicator
Displays the on/off state of the zebra function
of the viewfinder display (page 33).
14. SDI OUT 1/2 connector LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting of the SDI OUT 1/2
connectors (page 42).
15. SDI OUT 3/4 connector LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting of the SDI OUT 3/4
connectors (page 42).
16. Monitor LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting of the Monitor output
(page 42).
17. HDMI LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting of the HDMI output
(page 42).

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 12
18. SDI output REC trigger indicator
Displays the SDI output REC trigger status.
State Display
Technical > System Configuration > SDI Rec Remote
Trigger in the full menu
Recording command
superimposed on the
SDI output
Off – (Blank)
HD SDI Remote I/F Stop command Top: SDI
Bottom: Stop
Rec command Top: SDI
Bottom: REC
Parallel Rec Stop command Top: SDI-P
Bottom: Stop
Rec command Top: SDI-P
Bottom: REC
19. Audio level meter indicators
Displays the levels of audio channels 1 and 2
while recording.
20. Recording media state/remaining capacity
indicator for each media slot
Displays the state and remaining capacity of
the media in SxS memory card slots A/B and
AXS memory card slots A/B.
A mark on the left of “AXS” or “SxS” indicates
the recording target media.
An indicator on the upper right of the slot
A/B icon on the right of “AXS” or “SxS” indicates
the playback target media (green indicator
indicates media is being played).
A icon is displayed for media if a condition
occurs that could impact recording.
21. Recording media format (codec) indicator
Displays the format of the recording on an AXS
memory card or an SxS memory card .
22. Recording status indicator
Displays the following recording operation
states of the unit.
Display Description


Rec During recording
Stby Recording standby
23. Clip name display
Displays the first 8 characters of the name of
the next clip to be recorded in recording
standby mode.
Displays the first 8 characters of the name of
the clip currently being recorded when
recording.
24. Time data display
Displays the duration or timecode, depending
on the TC/Media category > TC Display setting
in the menu (page 36).
25. Iris position indicator
Displays the iris position (only when a lens that
is compatible with the iris setting display
function is attached).
26. Focus position indicator
Displays the focus position (only when a lens
that is compatible with the focus setting
display function is attached).
27. Zoom position indicator
Displays the focal length of the zoom
(displayed only when a lens that supports the
zoom setting indicator is attached).
28. Simultaneous recording status indicator
Displays the sub clip recording format in 1-slot
simultaneous recording mode (page 58).
29. SxS Sub LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting to register for a sub
clip in SxS 1-slot simultaneous recording
mode.
30. SxS LUT indicator
Displays the LUT setting for SxS recording.
31. Effective picture size indicator
Displays the effective picture size and whether
anamorphic de-squeeze conversion is applied,
set using Project category > Imager Mode in
the menu (page 36).

000 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts 13
Information displayed on the playback screen
The following information is displayed on the playback picture.
12:34:56:00
A001C001
Play
XCON ST
A
AXS
1 2
BAT min120
87
54321
6
1. Time data display
Displays the duration or timecode, depending
on the TC/Media category > TC Display setting
in the menu (page 36).
2. Playback clip name display
Displays the first 8 characters of the name of
the playback clip.
3. Playback status indicator
Displays the playback status.
4. Playback media format (codec) indicator
Displays the recording format (codec) of the
playback clip.
5. Playback media indicator
Displays the type of recording media being
played.
A icon appears on the right if the memory
card is write-protected.
6. Audio level meter indicators
Displays the levels of audio channels 1 and 2
during playback.
7. Thermometer icon
Displayed when a high temperature warning
message is issued.
The description is displayed in the Info
category in the menu.
8. Warning icon
Displayed when other than a high
temperature warning message is issued.
The description is displayed in the Info
category in the menu.

00014 2. Preparation
Preparing a Power Supply
You can use a battery pack or AC power via an AC
adaptor.
For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and AC
adaptors listed below.
Lithium-ion battery pack
BP-FL75
BP-FLX75
AC adaptor
AC-DN2B
AC-DN10
Using a Battery Pack
Insert the battery pack into the battery pack
mount (page 9) of the battery adaptor, then
slide the battery pack down to lock it in place.
To remove it, unlock the battery pack by sliding
it up while pressing the battery release lever
(page 9), then remove it.
[Notes]
 Before use, charge the battery pack with the battery
charger.
 A warm battery pack immediately after use may not be
able to be fully recharged.
 Remove the battery adaptor while supporting the unit
by hand.
Checking the remaining battery charge
When recording or playback is in progress using
the battery pack, an icon to show the current
battery remaining time and battery voltage are
displayed on the sub display screen (page 27)
and viewfinder screen (page 11).
The unit indicates the remaining usage time in
minutes by calculating the available time with
the battery pack if operation is continued at the
current rate of power consumption.
If the remaining battery charge becomes low
If the remaining battery charge decreases to a
certain level during operation, the remaining
battery capacity indicator flashes and the REC
lamp flashes to warn you.
If the remaining charge further decreases to a
level at which operation cannot be continued, a
battery-empty message appears.
Replace the battery pack with one that is fully
charged.
To change the message levels
Change levels using Technical > Battery
(page 49) in the full menu.
Using AC Power (DC IN Power)
The unit works with AC power using the AC-DN10
(optional) or AC-DN2B AC adaptor (optional) and
CCDD-X2 DC cable (optional).
11 V to 17 V and 22 V to 32 V input voltage ranges
are supported.
[Note]
When switching to the DC IN power supply during battery
operation, use a power supply with a voltage in the range
12V to 17V or 22V to 32V.

000 2. Preparation 15
Setting the Clock
When you use the unit for the first time, the initial
setup screen appears on the sub display when the
power is turned on.
Set the date and time of the built-in clock using
this display.
Time Zone
The value shows the time difference from UTC
(Coordinated Universal Time). Change the setting
if needed.
[Note]
When Time Zone is changed, the clock setting changes
according to the time difference.
Setting the Date and Time
Turn the MENU dial (page 7) to move the
cursor, then press the MENU dial to set each menu
item. When you press the MENU dial when the
cursor is on “Set,” the setting display disappears
and the clock setting is completed.
After the initial setup screen disappears, you can
change Time Zone and date/time settings using
Maintenance > Clock Set (page 50) in the full
menu.
[Notes]
 If the clock setting is cleared because the backup battery
fully discharged when no power was supplied (no battery
pack and no DC IN connection), the initial setup display
will be displayed when you next turn the unit on.
 While the initial setup display is shown, no other
operation, except turning the power off, is permitted until
you finish the setting for this display.

000 2. Preparation 16
Attaching the VF Attachment
1 Slide the VF attachment on in the direction of
the arrow to attach it.
2 Position the VF attachment in the desired
front/rear position, then turn the lock lever to
secure it in position.
1
2
Lock
lever
[Note]
You can also attach the VF attachment in the front/rear
or left/right orientation.
To remove the VF attachment
Turn the lock lever to loosen, press the release
button and slide the VF attachment off in the
reverse direction from when attaching it.
Attaching the Handle
1 Slide the handle on in the direction of the
arrow to attach it.
2 Position the handle in the desired front/rear
position, then turn the lock lever to secure it in
position.
2
1
Lock screw
Hex socket
bolt
Lock
lever
[Notes]
 You can also attach a lock screw using a hex wrench
(5 mm) to secure it in position.
 If the lock lever on the handle becomes loose during
use, you can secure the handle by tightening a hex
socket bolt (2 mm) beside the lock screw.
 You can also attach the handle in the reverse
orientation.
To remove the handle
Turn the lock lever to loosen, press the release
button and slide the handle off in the reverse
direction from when attaching it.
Attaching the VF Attachment and Handle

000 2. Preparation 17
Recommended lens (Super 35mm size)
SCL-PK6/F, SCL-PK6/M (set of 6 lenses, 20 mm/25
mm/35 mm/50 mm/85 mm/135 mm)
SCL-PK3/F, SCL-PK3/M (set of 3 lenses, 20 mm/25
mm/135 mm)
SCL-P11X15
For details about available lenses for the unit, contact a Sony
service representative.
[CAUTION]
Do not leave the lens facing the sun. Direct
sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in
the unit, and cause fire.
[Notes]
 A lens is a precision part. Do not place the lens down with
the mount side facing down. Attach the cap supplied
with the lens.
 The lens interface of the unit is configured by factory
default for an SCL-P11X15 and lenses with Cooke type
connector. To use an SCL-PK6, SCL-PK3, or other lenses
that do not have a Cooke type connector, set Technical
> System Configuration > Lens Interface (page 49)
to Off in the full menu. If this setting is not correct, an
alert message appears when the unit is turned on after
attaching the lens.
Attaching a PL Mount Lens
1 Remove the mount cover from the lens mount
by turning the PL mount lever
counterclockwise.
PL mount
lever
[Note]
Turn the PL mount lever counterclockwise to the
stopper position.
2 Insert the lens into the lens mount by aligning
the concave part of the lens with the
positioning pin on the upper right of the lens
mount.
3 Secure the lens by turning the PL mount lever
clockwise while holding the lens.
[Note]
Do not turn the lens when attaching the PL mount lens.
It may cause damage to the hot shoe pin.
To attach a Cooke /i lens
Align the contacts on the lens with the hot shoe of
the unit. There are two connectors on the side of
the lens adaptor, and either can be used.
To remove the lens
1 Turn the PL mount lever counterclockwise
while holding the lens from underneath.
2 Pull the lens forward.
[Notes]
 If another lens will not be attached soon, carefully
align the concave part of the mount cover, then
secure the mount cover by turning the PL mount
lever clockwise.
 In firmware version 1.0, images will not be output
normally if the PL mount adaptor is removed.
Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
The unit is shipped with the flange focal length
already adjusted. If you need to adjust the flange
focal length, remove the lens mount, and change
the shims with those of the appropriate thickness.
You can adjust the thickness by ±0.1 mm in 0.01
mm increments.
Shims
The following shims are supplied with the unit.
0.05 mm × 1 (circular)
0.01 mm × 15 (1/3 arc)
1/3 arc shims should always be used as a set of
three shims. Insert shims to increase the flange
focal length. The unit is shipped with the flange
focal length already adjusted using the following
three types of shims.
0.10 mm (circular)
0.05 mm (circular)
0.01 mm (1/3 arc)
A seal is attached showing the shim thickness
when shipped.
Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

000 2. Preparation: Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange Focal Length 18
Adjusting the flange focal length
1 Remove the six Torx screws and remove the PL
mount flange.
1
PL mount flange
2 Loosen the four Phillips screws on both sides
of the PL connectors (two locations), and
remove the PL connectors and PL connector
plates.
3 Attach shims to the PL mount adaptor (three
locations).
33
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
PL connectors
PL connector plates
When using 1/3 arc shims
Attach shims that have the same thickness in
all three locations.
Shims
When using circular shims
Attach with the surface that has markings on it
facing the front.
Markings
Markings
4 Reattach the PC connectors (two locations) to
their original positions, and tighten the four
Phillips screws with 0.18 N·m tightening
torque.
5 Reattach the PL mount flange in its original
position, and tighten the six Torx screws to a
tightening torque of 0.35 N·m using a T8
torque wrench.
Cleaning the Filter
To clean the filter, first remove the adaptor.
Exercise care when wiping the adaptor center
part (shaded part) with a cloth or other material
to prevent fibers adhering to surfaces. If fibers are
adhering, wipe off using a soft brush.
Adaptor

000 2. Preparation 19
Attaching a Viewfinder
Available viewfinders for the unit
DVF-EL200: OLED color viewfinder
DVF-L700: LCD color viewfinder
Viewfinders are available separately.
This section describes attachment of the DVF-
EL200 as an example.
For details about attaching each viewfinder, refer to the
operating instructions of the viewfinder.
[CAUTION]
Do not leave the unit with the eyepiece of the
viewfinder facing the sun. Direct sunlight can
enter through the eyepiece, be focused in the
viewfinder, and cause fire.
[Notes]
 Attach/remove the viewfinder while the unit is turned off.
 A VF cable (A-2201-632 or A-2201-633-A) is required in
order to attach the DVF-L700. Also, turn the unit on after
setting the POWER switch of the DVF-L700 to the ON
position.
Attaching a Viewfinder
1 Align the viewfinder shoe with the groove of
the viewfinder mount on the VF attachment,
and attach the viewfinder.
2 Turn the viewfinder lock lever in the LOCK
direction to secure it in position.
2
1
Lock lever
3 Connect the viewfinder and unit using the VF
connection cable.
Viewfinder side:
Position the connector with the mark (red) at
the top, and fully insert the connector.
Camera side:
Alight the concave part of the VF connector
with the connector mark (red), and fully insert
the connector.
Clamper
[Note]
Secure the cable in the clamper as required.
To remove the viewfinder
1 Disconnect the VF connection cable from the
viewfinder and unit.
2 Turn the lock lever in the direction opposite to
LOCK, then remove the viewfinder from the VF
attachment.
Adjusting the Viewfinder Position
To adjust the front/rear position
1 Loosen one or both of the front/rear rod lock
levers of the VF attachment.
2 Slide the VF attachment forward/rearward to
adjust the viewfinder position.
11
11
2
2
Rod lock
levers
3 Tighten the rod lock levers.
[Note]
If a rod lock lever is difficult to turn, pull the lever out,
turn it to a position where it is easier to operate, and
then push the lever back in.

000 2. Preparation: Attaching a Viewfinder 20
To adjust the left/right position and height
(angle)
1 Loosen the rod lock lever at the front of the VF
attachment.
2 Slide the VF attachment rod left/right and turn
the rod up/down to adjust the viewfinder
position.
11
2
22
2
Lock screw
Rod lock lever
3 Tighten the rod lock lever.
[Note]
When the rod lock lever is loosened, adjust the lock
screw using a hex wrench (3mm) to prevent the
viewfinder from falling down.
To adjust the viewfinder angle
You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder while
shooting.
1 Loosen the rotation lock lever on the
viewfinder mount.
2 Turn the viewfinder up/down to adjust the
angle.
11
2
2
Rotation lock lever
3 Tighten the rotation lock lever.