Sony XDCAM EX PMW-EX30 User manual

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XDCAM EX - A Compact Full-HD
Production System With Flash Memory
Recording, for an Evolving HD Era
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In 2007, Sony introduced the revolutionary XDCAM EX™ handheld camcorder, the PMW-EX1 - the
newest member of the Sony XDCAM®family of tapeless production systems - in response to growing
demand for an affordable high definition (HD) production solution. This technological breakthrough
camcorder - incorporating incredible feature sets such as three 1/2-inch type Full HD CMOS sensors,
amazing 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 HD recording capabilities plus flash memory recording in an
extremely compact body - was achieved thanks to the extraordinary technical expertise and
knowledge amassed when designing Sony's groundbreaking CineAlta™ family of products.
Offering striking HD picture quality, extra mobility and great operational efficiency, the PMW-EX1
camcorder has already been rapidly adopted around the world in a broad range of HD production
applications and electronic cinematography.
Now Sony evolves the XDCAM EX lineup further still, with the introduction of the PMW-EX3 camcorder
and the PMW-EX30 deck. The PMW-EX3 compact camcorder incorporates an eagerly awaited
1/2-inch type interchangeable lens system, providing enhanced creativity and flexibility with a broad
choice of lenses. The PMW-EX30 is a compact recording deck that can be used for many different
purposes such as recording, viewing, dubbing and source feeding to nonlinear editing systems.
The XDCAM EX products use an SxS PRO™ memory card, which is based on the rapidly growing
ExpressCard industry standard, as recording media. Combining the moderate bit rate of MPE -2
Long OP compression adopted by XDCAM EX products with the SxS PRO memory card,
the XDCAM EX series offers cost-effective long-form recording, coupled to nonlinear capabilities such
as instantaneous random access and high-speed file-based operation.
The full Sony XDCAM EX series offers stunning quality HD pictures and efficient nonlinear operation,
expanding the possibilities for all types of HD video production at an affordable price.

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XDCAM EX Camcorder
PMW-EX1
XDCAM EX Camcorder
PMW-EX3
XDCAM EX Recording Deck
PMW-EX30

New Nonlinear Recording Media, x PRO Media
-- For Greater Efficiency and Operability
The XDCAM EX series adopts the SxS PRO™ memory card for
its recording media. It was
developed specifically for
professional content-creation
applications, and is based on the
SxS PRO memory card specification.
The SxS PRO memory card is an
ultra-compact nonlinear medium
that uses flash memory with a
number of distinguishing features:
• Compatible with ExpressCard/
34 standard
• Uses PCI Express interface, and
achieves an extremely high data transfer speed of 800 Mb/s*
• arge storage capacity: 8-GB, 16-GB, and 32-GB memory
cards are available.
• Can record up to 140 minutes of HD video and audio
(using one 32-GB memory card)
• Most new Macintosh and PC computers are equipped
with ExpressCard slots
• Compact size: approx. 3 x 1 3/8 x 7/32 inches (75 x 34 x 5 mm)
(excluding the projecting parts) – about half the size of a
conventional PC card
• ow power consumption
*This data read speed is measured with benchmark software. Actual data
transfer speeds vary according to measurement conditions. Please refer
to http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/ for information on measuring
methods.
**Early PMW-EX1 camcorders require an upgrade to use the 32-GB
memory card. Please contact your Sony service representative for further
details.
electable Bit Rates
The XDCAM EX products offer a choice of bit rates – either
35 Mb/s (HQ mode) or 25 Mb/s (SP mode) – depending on
the desired picture quality and recording time. The HQ
mode supports both 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 resolutions.
The SP mode supports 1440 x 1080 resolution at 25 Mb/s,
which provides compatibility with HDV 1080i products.
Footage recorded in the SP mode can be seamlessly
integrated into HDV-compatible editing systems by
connecting the camcorder via the i. INK®* (HDV) interface.
It can also be recorded on XDCAM HD's optical disc through
the use of the supplied Clip Browser software.
*i. INK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a
product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i. INK
connector will necessarily communicate with each other. For information
on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection, please refer
to the documentation supplied with any device with an i. INK
connector. For information on devices that include an i. INK connection,
please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.
Long Recording Time
Combining the moderate bit rates produced by efficient
MPEG-2 ong GOP compression and the large-capacity
SxS PRO memory card, XDCAM EX products record high-
quality HD images for a long recording time of approximately
140 minutes on a single 32-GB SxS PRO memory card (in SP
mode)*. Equipped with two SxS PRO memory card slots,
XDCAM EX products achieve up to 280 minutes of recording
using two 32-GB memory cards in SP mode and up to 200
minutes in HQ mode.
When a clip spans two cards, the transition is seamless
without any artifacts or frame loss. The SxS PRO memory card
can be hot-swapped while shooting, without
interrupting the recording. This feature makes XDCAM EX
products ideal for a wide variety of long-form content-
production applications.
1920 x 1080 HD Recording Using the “MPEG-2
Long GOP” Codec
The XDCAM EX products record
1920 x 1080 HD images using
the “MPEG-2 ong GOP” codec,
which conforms to the MPEG-2 MP@H compression. This
highly efficient “MPEG-2 ong GOP” codec – that is also
adopted in the XDCAM HD and HDV™ 1080i series of
products – enables users to record stunning-quality HD
video and audio over a long period of time by efficiently
compressing the data.
HQ Mode P Mode
Video Codec Compression MPEG-2 ong GOP MPEG-2 ong GOP
Sampling 4:2:0 4:2:0
Bit Rate 35 Mb/s VBR 25 Mb/s CBR
Image Resolution 1920 x 1080 1440 x 1080
1280 x 720
Recording Time (approx.)** HQ, 35 Mb/s VBR 100 minutes
(on 32-GB memory card) SP, 25 Mb/s CBR 140 minutes
*Early PMW-EX1 requires an upgrade to use the 32-GB memory card.
Please contact your local Sony Authorized service representative for
further details.
**When recording in HQ (35 Mb/s) mode, the recording time may differ
from the above specified figure depending on the actual bit rate that is
adopted during VBR encoding.
XDCAM EX
–
A New Generation of HD Recording ystem
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Multiple-format Recording - 1080/720 and
Interlace/Progressive witchable Operation
The XDCAM EX deck and camcorders offer a wide array of
recording formats for multiple content-creation applications.
Recording mode is switchable between 1920 x 1080,1280 x 720,
and 1440 x 1080 resolution.The scanning system is also selectable
from interlace and progressive,such as 59.94i,50i,59.94P, and 50P.
In addition,XDCAM EX camcorders* offer native 23.98P
progressive recording in 1920 x 1080,and 1280 x 720 modes, while
the XDCAM EX deck** offers 23.98P in 1920 x 1080 mode.
The PMW-EX30 supports the REC function in 29.97P/25P/23.98P
mode and the EE/PB function in 29.97PsF/25PsF/23.98PsF mode
through HD-SDI input/output**.XDCAM EX camcorders do not
support the PB function but do support the EE function in 23.98PsF
mode.
The SxS PRO memory card can simultaneously hold a mix of
multiple files of any of these recording formats,allowing
flexible use of the memory card.
*On the XDCAM EX camcorder, images in 1440 x 1080/23.98P (SP) mode are
handled as 23.98P and recorded as 59.94i signals via 2-3 pull-down.
**Early PMW-EX30 requires an upgrade to achieve these capabilities. Please
contact your local Sony service representative for further details.
High-quality Uncompressed Audio Recording
In addition to HD video recording, high-quality audio is an
equally significant feature in the XDCAM EX products. The
XDCAM EX camcorders and deck record and play back
high-quality, two-channel 16-bit, 48-kHz linear PCM
uncompressed audio.
IT Friendly
With the XDCAM EX products, recordings are made as data
files in the “MP4” format, which has been standardized by
ISO. The file-based recording allows material to be handled
with great flexibility in an IT-based environment for copying,
transferring, sharing, and archiving. Those operations are
accomplished lossless without any “re-digitizing” process. The
recording system also allows for material to be viewed
directly on a PC by inserting the SxS PRO memory card into
the ExpressCard™ slot on a PC, or by linking a PC to the
Utilizing the supplied Clip Browser Version 2 and compatible
non-linear editing software, the user can view, edit, and
search metadata. This helps to improve workflow efficiency.
High Reliability
The SxS PRO memory card can resist shock (1500 G) and
vibration to (15 G). Adopting a memory recording system,
the unit's mechanism is simplified. Also, a unique “salvage”
function can restore content that has been damaged
by power loss or memory disconnection during recording*.
*In some cases, images recorded just before the accident may not be
restored (4 seconds maximum).
No Accidental Overwriting of Footage,
Immediate Recording tart
By virtue of recording on flash memory card, the XDCAM EX
products make each new recording on an empty area of
the card. This is extremely convenient, as camera operators
do not have to worry about accidentally recording over
good takes, and they don't have to search through footage
for the correct position to start the next recording. In short, it
means the camera is always ready for the next shot!
Metadata
XDCAM EX products are capable of recording a variety of
metadata, which provides a huge advantage when
searching for specific data after an initial recording has
been made. Information such as production dates, creator
names, video format, and camera settings can be saved
together with the AV material. This makes it possible to
organize and search through all recordings effectively. One
particular metadata, called Shot Mark, is a convenient
reference that can be added to desired frames to make
them easy to recall in the subsequent editing process.
Utilizing supplied Clip Browser Version 2.0, the XDCAM EX Clip
Browsing Software, the user can view, edit, and search
metadata. This helps to improve workflow efficiency.
Compression None ( inear PCM)
Number of Channels 2 channels
ampling Frequency 48 kHz
Quantization 16 bits/sample
XDCAM EX Camcorders
NTSC Setting
59.94i, 29.97P, 23.98P
59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P
59.94i*
PA Setting
50i, 25P
50P, 25P
50i
PA Setting
50i, 25P**
50P
50i
XDCAM EX Deck
NTSC Setting
59.94i, 29.97P**, 23.98P**
59.94P
59.94i
XDCAM EX-A New Generation of HD Recording ystem
Instant-access Thumbnail earch With
“Expand” Function
Each time a recording is started and stopped on the
XDCAM EX products, the video and audio signals are
recorded as one clip. During playback, users can cue-up to
the next or previous clip simply by pressing the “Next” or
“Previous” button, as you would do on a CD or DVD player.
Furthermore, thumbnails are automatically generated for
each clip as a visual reference, allowing operators to cue-up
to a desired scene simply by guiding the cursor to a
thumbnail and pressing the “Play” button. For further
convenience, the “Expand” function allows one selected clip
in the Thumbnail display to be divided into 12 even-time
intervals, each with their own
thumbnail identifier. This is useful if
an operator wanted to quickly
search for a particular scene
within a lengthy clip.
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1920 x 1080 (HQ Mode)
1280 x 720 (HQ Mode)
1440 x 1080 ( P Mode)
Recording Clips
4 seconds
at maximum
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restored
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Restored Clips Restoration
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The XDCAM EX series offers a choice of two HD camcorders. One is the PMW-EX1 handheld
camcorder with a fixed-type zoom lens. The other is the new PMW-EX3, a compact camcorder with
an interchangeable lens system.
Both camcorders incorporate three 1/2-inch type Exmor™ Full HD CMOS Sensors, each with an
effective pixel count of 1920 x 1080, delivering stunning-quality HD images in 1080P, 720P and 1080i
HD resolutions. The frame rate of these camcorders is selectable from interlace and progressive,
such as 59.94i, 50i, 59.94P, 50P, 29.97P, 25P and native 23.98P recording.*
A rich variety of features for creative shooting are incorporated into these camcorders such as
“Slow & Quick Motion”, which is also commonly known as “over-cranking” and ”under-cranking”,
selectable gamma curves, slow-shutter, interval recording and Picture Profile™ feature.
Additionally, the PMW-EX3 camcorder offers a convenient remote-control and multi-camera
operation capability, which allows use with high-end camera systems.
*59.94P and 50P recording are available in 1280 x 720 mode. In 1440 x 1080/23.98P mode, images are handled as 23.98P and recorded as 59.94i signals via
2-3 pull-down.
The shotgun microphone is an optional accessory.
PMW-EX1
PMW-EX3
XDCAM EX Camcorders
PMW-EX1
PMW-EX3

1/2-inch type Three Exmor Full HD CMOS Sensors
The XDCAM EX camcorders are equipped with three newly
developed 1/2-inch type Exmor CMOS Sensors, each with
an effective pixel count of 1920 (H) x 1080 (V), which
delivers excellent picture performance with full HD
resolution. This 1/2-inch type image sensor, with Sony's
accumulated sensor technologies, allows the camcorder to
provide an excellent sensitivity of F10, a remarkable
signal-to-noise ratio of 54 dB, and high horizontal resolution
of 1000 TV lines*.
It also greatly reduced power consumption and associated
heat dissipation of the XDCAM EX camcorders, which made
possible the unique use of 1/2-inch type sensors on the
compact camcorder. In addition, this large 1/2-inch type
image sensor can capture images with a shallower depth
of field than all other handheld camcorder's smaller-size
image sensors, giving users more creative freedom of
expression.
*In HD-SDI, HQ 1080 mode
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Supplied EX mount lens
1/2-inch type lens
Supplied 1/2-inch type lens adaptor ( 0-3830)
Interchangeable ens System (PMW-EX3 Only)
The PMW-EX3 camcorder incorporates a newly developed
1/2-inch type “EX mount” interchangeable lens system that
allows the lens to be as compact and lightweight as possible
while maintaining its high optical performance. If a
wide-angle lens is needed, the Fujinon 1/2-inch type
XS8X4AS-XB8, which also has an EX mount, is available.
This mount system allows a variety of 1/2-inch type HD lenses
available from major manufacturers to be used with the
PMW-EX3 camcorder via the supplied lens adaptor,
expanding the spectrum of creative expressions.*
A 2/3-inch-type lens** can also be used with the PMW-EX3
camcorder via the mount system by using a 2/3-inch type lens
adaptor*** that is equipped with a 12-pin lens connector. This
illustrates the breadth of lens choice, including even
cinema-style lenses,to suit every specific shooting requirement.
*This 1/2-inch type lens adaptor supplied with the PMW-EX3 camcorder is
equipped with the hot shoe lens mount connector only. Automatic lens iris
control can work only with a lens with hot shoe connectors. Some lens
functions are not supported by the PMW-EX3. For more details, please
contact each lens manufacturer.
**In this configuration, the resulting focal length will be 1.37 times the
actual focal length of the lens.
***When using 2/3-inch type lenses with the PMW-EX3 camcorder, the
Fujinon ACM-21 lens mount adaptor must be used.
Supplied Wide-angle Fujinon 14x Zoom ens
The XDCAM EX camcorders are equipped with a
high-quality, high-definition Fujinon 14x zoom lens specifically
designed for the XDCAM EX camcorder to offer optimum
picture performance and unprecedented functionality.
It offers a wide angle of view of 5.8 mm (equivalent to 31.4
mm on a 35 mm lens), and many convenient features for
diverse shooting situations.
Cutting-edge Camera Technology
ens Choices

Unique Focus Operation
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Unique Focus Operation – Professional
Manual Focus and Auto Focus
The lens adopts a newly developed and unique focus ring
mechanism, which offers two types of manual focus, plus an
auto focus operation. The lens is equipped with two
independent focus wheel mechanisms, which can be
switched by sliding the focus ring itself back and forth.
When the focus ring is in the front position, the lens works in
the same way as a typical auto focus lens on a handheld
camcorder. In this case, either manual or auto focus mode
can be selected by the AF/MF switch on the lens.
On the other hand, when the focus ring is set to the back
position, the lens has an absolute focus position, and works
in the same way as interchangeable-lens, which professional
users are familiar with.
Three Independent Rings
In addition to the unique focus ring, the lens is equipped
with independent rings for zoom and iris adjustment; all
have physical stops and absolute markings permitting
precise adjustments. The location, rotational range and feel
are identical to other manual high-end HD lenses. This gives
users a high level of familiarity and operational comfort.
Optical Image Stabilizer
To minimize the blurring effect caused by hand-shake, the
lens incorporates an optical image stabilizer function that
provides highly stable images.
AF Assist
The AF (Auto Focus) Assist function of the XDCAM EX
camcorders enables operators to manually change focus
positions using the focus ring during AF mode. This means
that AF reference focus positions can be positively shifted
manually to a new position.
MF Assist
The MF (Manual Focus) Assist function of the XDCAM EX
camcorders helps to precisely focus on the target subject
when shooting in MF mode. When the MF Assist is enabled,
the auto focus is momentarily activated when the user stops
adjusting the focus ring. The camera will then finely focus on
the subject closest to the focal point of the lens at that time.
Expanded Focus
At the touch of a button, the center of the screen on the
LCD monitor and viewfinder of the XDCAM EX camcorders
can be magnified to about twice the size, making it easier to
confirm focus settings during manual focusing.
Selectable Peaking
The Peaking function of the XDCAM EX camcorders can help
operators to quickly and accurately adjust the camera's
focus by altering the way pictures are displayed on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder. It can enhance the outline of the
image which the camera focuses on most, and changes its
color to make it stand out. Enhance levels can be selected
from a choice of “HI H”,“MIDDLE”, and “LOW”, and the
outline color from “RED”,“WHITE”,“YELLOW”, and “BLUE”.
Expanded
Focus OFF
Expanded
Focus ON
LCD & VF
LCD & VF
Peaking OFF Peaking ON
Focus Zoom Iris
Image Simulated
Full MF Mode
• Full MF
(absolute focus position)
AF/MF Mode
• Full AF
• One-push AF
• MF
• AF/MF Assist
Front : AF/MF
Back : Full MF
Slide Focus Ring

23.98P Native Recording
The XDCAM EX camcorders, a member of Sony's legendary
CineAlta family, offer the native 23.98P* recording capability
on its handy body. This feature, accompanied with other
creative features makes the camcorder ideal for cinema
production.
*On the XDCAM EX camcorder in 1440 x 1080/23.98P (SP) mode, images
are handled as 23.98P and recorded as 59.94i signals via 2-3 pull-down.
Slow & Quick Motion Function
The XDCAM EX camcorders offer a powerful Slow & Quick
Motion function – commonly known as over-cranking and
under-cranking by filmmakers – that enables users to create
unique 'looks' or slow- and fast-motion special effects.
The XDCAM EX camcorders can capture images at frame
rates selectable from 1 fps (frame per second) to 60 fps in
720P mode and from 1 fps to 30 fps in 1080P mode, in
increments of 1 fps.
For example, when viewed at 23.98P, images captured at 60
fps will appear 2.5 times slower than normal. Conversely,
images captured at four fps will appear six times faster than
normal.
With the Slow & Quick Motion function of this camcorder,
images are recorded natively with no padded frames and
at full resolution. The obtained quality of the slow- and
fast-motion images is extremely high from those created in
the editing process.
In addition, these slow- and quick-motion images can be
played back immediately after shooting, without using any
converters or processing on nonlinear editing systems.
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2 3 22 23 24 25
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Slow Motion Mechanism
Selectable Gamma Curves
The XDCAM EX camcorders offer a wide variety of gamma
curves to flexibly handle contrast, and give a specific 'look' to
an image. In addition to four types of standard gamma
curves, the XDCAM EX camcorders provide four types of
CINE amma (CINE 1, 2, 3, and 4), which are identical to those
on high-end CineAlta camcorders. Operators can select the
best-suited preset gamma curve depending on scenes.
Interval Recording Function
The XDCAM EX camcorders offer an Interval Recording
function that records one frame at pre-determined
intervals. This is convenient for shooting over long periods
of time, and also when creating special effects of
extremely quick motion.
Frame Recording Function
Frame Recording is a unique feature of the XDCAM EX
camcorders that is especially useful for clay animation
shooting. Using this function, images for pre-determined
frames are recorded every time the Record button is
pressed.
Shutter Angle Settings
In addition to traditional electronic shutter speed controls
adjustable in fractions of a second, the XDCAM EX
camcorders also have a “shutter angle” control – which is
familiar to filmmakers. By setting the shutter adjustment
mode to “angle”, the XDCAM EX camcorders automatically
set the proper exposure time, based on the selected frame
rate and shutter angle.
Slow Shutter Function
The XDCAM EX camcorders offer a Slow Shutter function for
capturing clear images in low-light environments. The Slow
Shutter function not only increases camera sensitivity but
also produces a special blurring effect when shooting a
moving object, for enhanced shooting creativity. The shutter
speed is selectable from 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7-, 8-, 16-, 32-, and 64-
frame accumulation periods.
CINE1
CINE2
CINE3
CINE4
Creative Recording Modes and Settings
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CINE Gamma Curves

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Picture Profile Feature
The Picture Profile feature of the XDCAM EX camcorders
allow camera operators to easily call up customized
picture-tonal settings to suit particular shooting conditions,
rather than having to readjust the camera each time –
giving users greater operational efficiency. Up to six different
picture-tonal settings such as the parameters of matrix, color
correction, detail, gamma, and knee can be saved in the
memory. These settings are displayed on the LCD monitor at
the touch of a button.
Shot Transition function
The Shot Transition™ function of the XDCAM EX camcorders,
with a simple push of a button, allows for smooth, precise
and repeatable automatic scene transitions to occur.
The operator can program the duration and select from
three transition profiles: Linear, Soft Stop, or Soft Transition.
Many lens parameter such as the start and end settings for
zoom, focus, and/or camera parameters such as white
balance and gain can be programmed to transition in
unison. It works by automatically calculating the
intermediate values during the scene transition.
The Shot Transition function can be triggered manually or
synchronized with the camera's REC start function.
The transition progress can be checked on a bar graph on
the LCD monitor. In addition, a start timer function is also
available for the Shot Transition function, helping to prevent
operators from missing a shot. This function is very useful
when precise, simple or complex changes to the lens or
camera settings are required during the scene – for
example,when changing the focus from the background to
the foreground of a scene.
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1 Depth-of-field Indicator
A Depth-of-field graphic can be displayed on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder of the XDCAM EX camcorders to
help camera operators easily read the actual depth-of-
field of a scene, and assist setting up the lens and
exposure for optimum depth-of-field control.
2 Brightness-level Display
The average brightness level of the center of a frame can
be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder of the
PMW-EX1 camcorder, or on the LCD viewfinder of the
PMW-EX3 camcorder as a percentage. This is useful when
a waveform monitor is not available for shooting.
3 Histogram Indicator
The Histogram Indicator can be displayed on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder of the PMW-EX1 camcorder or on
the LCD viewfinder of the PMW-EX3 camcorder, allowing
operators to easily evaluate the distribution of brightness
of the currently captured images. This enables proper
exposure control of iris, gain, and gamma.
Sharrow Depth of Field Deep Depth of Field
Operational Versatility

3.5-inch* Color CD Screen
The XDCAM EX camcorders are equipped with a newly
developed, large, easy-to-view, color LCD screen with a
high resolution of 1920 x 480 pixels. The LCD screen of the
XDCAM EX camcorders can be flexibly rotated for
accessible viewing from any shooting angle.
The ease of focusing offered by this high resolution panel,
location and adjustability permits using it as a viewfinder
or camera assistant operator panel. It can also be used
to instantly review recorded footage, as well as access
the camera's set-up menus and view thumbnails, display
status indications such as audio meters, depth-of-field
indicators, remaining memory capacity and battery time.
What's more, the use of the hybrid LCD screen - which
comprises transmissive and reflective panels - offers clear
viewing in both studio and “full sun” field shooting
conditions.
*Viewable area measured diagonally.
Four Assignable Buttons
Frequently used functions can be programmed onto four
assignable buttons on the XDCAM EX camcorders, allowing
operators to make rapid changes when working in the field.
These can be functions such as ATW, Freeze Mix, Rec Review,
Expanded Focus, Depth-of-field indicator, and more.
0.54-inch* Color CD Viewfinder (PMW-EX1 Only)
The 0.54-inch color LCD viewfinder of the PMW-EX1
camcorder displays high-resolution color pictures of
approximately 250,000 pixels in a wide-screen aspect ratio
of 16:9. Operators can switch the display mode between
color and monochrome according to their preference.
*Viewable area measured diagonally.
On-handle Zoom Switch and
REC Start/Stop Button
In order to facilitate zoom control and
recording operation during low-angle
shooting, an additional zoom switch and
record start/stop button are located on
the carrying handle of the XDCAM EX
camcorders.
Operational Versatility
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PMW-EX1
PMW-EX3
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Operational Versatility
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Rotary Grip
The hand grip of the XDCAM EX camcorders can rotate
approximately 120 degrees, which allows camera operators
to flexibly adjust the angle of the grip. This gives users
greater control and comfort when holding the camera from
any shooting position.
Built-in Stereo Microphone and Two-channel
Audio Input
The XDCAM EX camcorders come equipped with a built-in
stereo microphone and two XLR audio input connectors for
connecting professional microphones or feeding an
external-line audio source. These allow high-quality,
two-channel 16-bit, 48-kHz linear PCM uncompressed audio
to be recorded on the XDCAM EX camcorder.
PMW-EX1
PMW-EX3
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HD-SDI and other versatile interfaces
XDCAM EX camcorders come equipped with a wide range
of interfaces optimized for a variety of operational needs,
wide interoperability, and flexible workflow. These include an
HD-SDI output and, in E-to-E mode, 10 bits of 4:2:2 signal can
be output from the connector. The high-quality picture can
be utilized as the source signal in the chroma key process or
for various other purposes. For versatile usage, there is also a
down-converted SD-SDI output, i.LINK (HDV) input/output,
and analog composite/component output. Additionally, the
PMW-EX3 camcorder is equipped with a Timecode
input/output and enlock input, allowing the camcorder to
be used in a multi-camera system.
Interfaces
PMW-EX1 PMW-EX3
Input External MIC/LINE (XLR)
- Timecode (BNC)
- enlock (BNC)
Output HD-SDI or SD-SDI (BNC)
Component (Mini D)
- Composite (BNC)
-
-
-
-
Others
PMW-EX1
PMW-EX3
Operational Versatility
I
I
H
J K
K
H
J
A/V (A/V multi):
Composite, S-Video,
Audio
S-Video
Audio (RCA)
Timecode (BNC)
Remote (8-pin)
i.LINK (HDV in/out)
USB
-

Operational Versatility
Camera Remote Control (PMW-EX3 Only)
The PMW-EX3 camcorder comes equipped with a remote
control interface. Various camera settings can be remotely
controlled using an optional RM-B150 or RM-B750 Remote
Control Unit via its 8-pin remote connector.*
*Some controls on the RM-B150/B750 are not supported by the PMW-EX3
camcorder.
Adjustable Shoulder Pad and Cheek Pad
(PMW-EX3 Only)
The position of the shoulder pad of the PMW-EX3 camcorder
can be selected from two positions. In addition,
the PMW-EX3 camcorder is supplied with a detachable
cheek pad. Operators can always attain a comfortable
and well-balanced camera position, even when the
camcorder is docked with long lenses.
RM-B150 RM-B750
Other Features
ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)
Built-in ND filter wheel: OFF: Clear, 1: 1/8ND, 2: 1/64ND
Selectable gain: -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB
High-speed picture search: x4, x15
Freeze Mix function
Skin-tone Detail control
Low-key saturation
IR Remote Commander®unit
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XDCAM EX Recording Deck
PMW-EX30
The PMW-EX30 deck is a highly versatile and affordable compact recording deck, and can be used
for many different applications. It allows simple viewing of recorded materials with a monitor,
dubbing to other format/media such as HDV, XDCAM HD and HDCAM®, and feeding to nonlinear
editing systems. In addition, the PMW-EX30 deck can be used as an affordable full HD recorder for
event recordings - it can record HD signal outputs from a switcher.
The PMW-EX30 deck is equipped with a wide array of interfaces including HD-SDI input and output,
HDMI output, HD analog component, composite outputs and more. Equipped with two SxS PRO
memory card slots, the PMW-EX30 deck can record approximately 280 minutes of HD footage using
two 32-GB SxS PRO memory cards.*
*In SP mode
Features
•Highly compact design - can be placed either horizontally
or vertically
•MPE HD recording and playback at 35 and 25 Mb/s
•Equipped with two SxS PRO memory card slots
•Built-in 3.5-inch* LCD monitor
•Comprehensive range of HD interfaces - HD-SDI input/
output, i.LINK (HDV) input/output and component output
•Supports the recording and playback in 29.97P/25P/23.98P
mode, and 29.97PsF/25PsF/23.98PsF signal handling through
the HD-SDI input/output*
•Down-converted SD outputs for migration to SD
environments - SD-SDI, i.LINK (DVCAM), component,
S-Video, and composite
•HDMI output for digital connection to a range of consumer
displays
•Adjustable audio input volume (CH1 and CH2)
*Viewable area measured diagonally.
Recording Format
NTSC setting PA setting
1920 x 1080 (HQ mode) 59.94i, 29.97P*, 23.98P* 50i, 25P*
1280 x 720 (HQ mode) 59.94P 50P
1440 x 1080 (SP mode) 59.94i 50i
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Rear
* Early PMW-EX30 requires an upgrade to achieve these capabilities. Please contact
your local Sony Authorized service representative for further details.
Examples of how to use the stands

Clip Browser Version 2
The Clip Browser software for the XDCAM EX products is a
simple-to-use PC application software that allows users to
easily browse and copy video clips recorded by the XDCAM
EX camcorder or deck to other devices such as hard disk
drives. It also serves as a bridge tool between a variety of
formats - converting XDCAM EX clips to be other file formats.
The Clip Browser software is available for both
Windows-based PCs and Macintosh computers.
Features
• Browsing of video clips recorded by the XDCAM EX
products
• Copy XDCAM EX's clip files from the SxS PRO memory card
to hard disk drive
• Combine segmented clips recorded across two SxS PRO
memory cards
• File format conversion from MP4 to other file formats:
> MXF format for export to XDCAM HD discs or MXF-based
nonlinear editing systems* (option)
> DV format for export to DV-based nonlinear editing
systems
> AAF format for export to Avid nonlinear editing systems
> H.264/AVC format for field viewing on Sony PSP™, Apple
iPod™/iPhone as well as WMV format* (option)
• Create sub clips with Mark IN/OUT operation
• Registration of metadata such as “title”,“creator” and
“comments” for a clip
• Registration of “Shot Mark” metadata for instant cue-up to
desired scenes
• Capture and create a still image file (BMP) for a desired
scene
*Requires an optional plug-in software supplied from MainConcept A .
(http://www.mainconcept.com/plugin4clipbrowser)
System Requirements
Windows OS (32-bit version):
Windows XP™ Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later)
Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later)
Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1 or later)
Windows Vista Business (Service Pack 1 or later)
Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1 or later)
Windows Vista Home Basic (Service Pack 1 or later)
CPU:
Intel Pentium IV Processor 1.2 Hz or higher
(minimum)
Intel Core 2 Duo 2 Hz or higher
(recommended)
RAM:
Windows XP: 512 MB (minimum),
1 B (recommended)
Windows Vista™: 1 B (minimum),
2 B (recommended)
Mac OS:
Mac OS X version 10.4.11 or later
(including "Leopard")
CPU:
Intel Core 2 Duo 2 Hz or higher
(recommended)
RAM:
1 B (recommended)
The XDCAM EX products come with two application
software packages that provide powerful yet easy and
intuitive management of recorded content. Included are
two versions of Clip Browser (Macintosh and PC
versions) as well as the XDCAM Transfer application
software for Apple Final Cut Pro™ nonlinear editing systems.
PDZK-P1* Ver. 2.8 XDCAM Transfer for Apple
Final Cut Pro Nonlinear Editing System
The PDZK-P1 XDCAM Transfer is plug-in software for Apple
Final Cut Pro nonlinear editing systems that provides support
for MP4 files recorded by XDCAM EX systems. With this
software installed on a Macintosh computer, the XDCAM EX
products or SxS PRO memory card can be mounted on Mac
Finder directly, and users can seamlessly import and edit
recorded material. Additionally, the new Ver. 2.8 enables to
export edited material to XDCAM EX MP4 files.
*The latest version of this software can be downloaded from Sony
websites. Please contact your nearest Sony office or Authorized XL Reseller
for further information.
XDCAM EX Application Software
System requirements
OS:
Mac OS X 10.4.11 or later
(including “Leopard”)
CPU:
Intel Core 2 Duo 2 Hz or higher
Intel Xeon 2 Hz or higher
PowerPC 5 2 Hz
RAM:
1 B or more
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Clip Browser GUI (Windows)
Clip Browser GUI (Macintosh)

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PHU-60K Professional Hard Disk Unit
The PHU-60K* is an external storage unit for XDCAM EX
products that allows XDCAM EX clips to be recorded on its
large-capacity 60- B hard disk drive for up to approximately
200 minutes in HQ mode and 260 minutes in SP mode.
• Large storage capacity of 60 B
• Long recording time:
> Approximately 200 minutes in HQ mode and 260 minutes
in SP mode
• Can be easily attached to the XDCAM EX camcorder
using the supplied shoe adaptor and cable (PHU
connection cable)**
• Can be easily attached to the PMW-EX30 deck using the
supplied cable (PHU connection cable)
*The PHU-60K does not support Slow & Quick Motion recording.
**With early PMW-EX1, a software upgrade may be required to use PHU-60K.
Please contact your nearest Sony office or Authorized XL Reseller for further
information.
*** PHU-60K is available through Authorized Sony Media Resellers.
Optional Accessories
SBAC-US10 SxS Memory Card USB
Reader/Writer
The SBAC-US10 is an SxS PRO memory card reader/writer
that works on both Windows-based PCs and Macintosh
computers via a USB 2.0 interface. This compact and
portable device comes in handy in many situations such as
in location, desktop browsing and full-fledged editing.
BC-U2* Battery Charger
The BC-U2 is a battery charger that can charge two
batteries simultaneously. It can also supply the power for a
camcorder during charging for a battery.
*This model is expected to be available in Spring 2009.

1/2-inch Type HD enses From Other Manufacturers
*The lens mount adaptor supplied with the
PMW-EX3 camcorder is required to attach this lens to the PMW-EX3.
Op ional Accessories
SBP-32/16/8
SxS PRO Memory Cards
BP-U30
ithium-ion Battery Pack
(28 Wh)
BP-U60
ithium-ion Battery Pack
(56 Wh)
BC-U1
Battery Charger
(for BP-U30/U60)
VC -719BXS/B*
19x Focus Servo ens
(for PMW-EX3)
VC -EX0877
0.8x Wide Conversion ens
(for PMW-EX1)
RM-B150
Remote Control Unit
(for PMW-EX3)
RM-B750
Remote Control Unit
(for PMW-EX3)
ECM-673
Shotgun-type Electret
Condenser Microphone
UWP-V1
UHF Wireless Microphone
Package
UWP-V2
UHF Wireless Microphone
Package
URX-P2
UHF Diversity Tuner
UWP-V6
UHF Wireless Microphone
Package
Fujinon
XS8X4AS-XB8
(EX Mount Wide-angle ens)
Fujinon
ACM-21*
Canon
KH20x6.4 KRS*
Canon
KH13x4.5 KRS*
Fujinon
XS17x5.5BRM/BRD*
Fujinon
XS13x3.3BRM/BRD*
Other ens Accessory
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*When using 2/3-inch type lenses with the PMW-EX3 camcorder, the Fujinon
ACM-21 lens mount adaptor must be used. For details, please contact the
lens manufacturer.
*Requires the 1/2-inch lens mount adaptor (L0-3830) supplied with the PMW-EX3 camcorder to attach these lenses to the PMW-EX3. Some lens functions are not supported by the
PMW-EX3 camcorder. For details of the lenses, please contact each lens manufacturer.

Camcorder System Diagrams
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URX-P2
Wireless
Microphone Receiver
(included in UWP-V1/V2/V6
UHF Wireless Microphone Package)
PMW-EX3
PMW-EX1
1/2-inch Type Lens from
Other Manufactures
XS8X4AS-XB8
EX Mount Wide-angle Lens
from Fujinon
BP-U30
Lithium-ion Battery Pack
(supplied)
Remote Commander
(supplied)
8-pin
RM-B150
Remote Control Unit RM-B750
Remote Control Unit
2/3-inch Type Lens
ACM-21
2/3-inch Type
Lens Mount Adaptor from Fujinon
VCL-EX0877
0.8x Wide Conversion Lens
1/2-inch Type
Lens Mount Adaptor
(supplied)
14x Zoom Lens
(supplied)
Battery Charger Battery Remote Commander Unit
SBP-8
Recording Media
HD-SDI/SD-SDI
HD/SD Analog Component
SD Analog Composite
i.LINK (HDV)
S-Video
Genlock
Timecode
HD-SDI/SD-SDI
HD/SD Analog Component
SD Analog Composite
i.LINK (HDV)
U
BC-U1
Battery Charger/
AC Adaptor
(supplied)
BC-U2
Battery Charger/
AC Adaptor
SBP-16
ECM-673
Electret Condenser Microphone
P
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SBP-32
SxS PRO 32GBSxS PRO 16GB
SxS PRO 8GB
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URX-P2
Wireless
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ECM-673
Electret Condenser Microphone
DCOUTCHAR
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Unless specified as “supplied”, all the components below are optional.

SxS PRO
PHU-60K
PMW-EX1/EX3
PMW-EX1/EX3
PMW-EX1/EX3
PMW-EX1/EX3
PC with ExpressCard slot
PC with USB interface
PC with USB interface
PC with USB interface
USB 2.0 connection
USB 2.0 connection
SBAC-US10
AC Adaptor(supplied)
HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK (HDV)
HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK (HDV/DVCAM) HDCAM/XDCAM HD/HDV recorder
PC with HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK or USB interface
PC with HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK interface
HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK (HDV/DVCAM) or
USB 2.0 connection
USB 2.0 connection
PC with HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK or USB interface
HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
i.LINK (HDV/DVCAM) or
USB 2.0 connection
RECLEVEL
CH-1 VIDEOINPUT
PHONES
DISPLAY MENU
TC/UB
STATUS
FREV PLAY/PAUSE
m
uSLOT
SELECT
CH-2
iLINK
HDSDI
SD
AUDIOINPUT
PHONELEVEL PREV
.
NEXT
>
FFWD
M
SET
A B
THUMBLAIL CANCEL
ANALOG
HDSDI
CH-1/2
HDSDI
CH-3/4
ACCESS
1
STOP
x
REC
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TOP END
PMW-EX30
RECLEVEL
CH-1 VIDEOINPUT
PHONES
DISPLAY MENU
TC/UB
STATUS
FREV PLAY/PAUSE
m
uSLOT
SELECT
CH-2
iLINK
HDSDI
SD
AUDIOINPUT
PHONELEVEL PREV
.
NEXT
>
FFWD
M
SET
A B
THUMBLAIL CANCEL
ANALOG
HDSDI
CH-1/2
HDSDI
CH-3/4
ACCESS
1
STOP
x
REC
z
TOP END
PMW-EX30
RECLEVEL
CH-1 VIDEOINPUT
PHONES
DISPLAY MENU
TC/UB
STATUS
FREV PLAY/PAUSE
m
uSLOT
SELECT
CH-2
iLINK
HDSDI
SD
AUDIOINPUT
PHONELEVEL PREV
.
NEXT
>
FFWD
M
SET
A B
THUMBLAIL CANCEL
ANALOG
HDSDI
CH-1/2
HDSDI
CH-3/4
ACCESS
1
STOP
x
REC
z
TOP END
PMW-EX30
HD-SDI/SD-SDI or
HDMI or
Component LUMA™/BRAVIA™
RECLEVEL
CH-1 VIDEOINPUT
PHONES
DISPLAY MENU
TC/UB
STATUS
FREV PLAY/PAUSE
m
uSLOT
SELECT
CH-2
iLINK
HDSDI
SD
AUDIOINPUT
PHONELEVEL PREV
.
NEXT
>
FFWD
M
SET
AB
THUMBLAIL CANCEL
ANALOG
HDSDI
CH-1/2
HDSDI
CH-3/4
ACCESS
1
STOP
x
REC
z
TOP END
PMW-EX30
PMW-EX3
USB Reader/Writer
Hard Disk Unit
Memory Card
PHU-60K
Hard Disk Unit
SxS PRO
Memory Card
SxS PRO
Memory Card
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PHU-60K
Hard Disk Unit
Viewing and Dubbing
Ingest
Workflow Examples
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