Sony WLL-CA50 User manual

WIRELESS CAMERA TRANSMITTER
WLL-CA50
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 2)

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain
or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and body
(excluding extremities: hands, wrists and feet).
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
The available scientific evidence does not show that any
health problems are associated with using low power wireless
devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power
wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless
devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the
microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of
RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to
low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no
known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level RF
exposures have not found any biological effects. Some
studies have suggested that some biological effects might
occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional
research. The Wireless Camera Transmitter (WLL-CA50) has
been tested and found to comply with the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines on radio
frequency energy (RF) exposures. The maximum SAR levels
tested for the Wireless Camera Transmitter (WLL-CA50) has
been shown to be 1.19 W/kg at Head.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual
must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the
limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For the customers in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired opoeration of the device.
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only
signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.
IC Exposure of Humans to RF Fields
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the
antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF
field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general
population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health
Canada’s website: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
Pour les utilisateurs aux Canada
L’utilisation doit répondre aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
ce matériel ne doit pas provoquer de brouillage et (2) il doit
accepter tout brouillage, même celui qui est susceptible
d’affecter son fonctionnement.
La mention « IC: » devant le numéro de certification/
homologation signifie uniquement que les spécifications
techniques d’Industrie Canada sont remplies.
Exposition humaine aux champs de radiofréquences
(Industrie Canada)
L’installateur de ce matériel radio doit s’assurer que l’antenne
est située ou orientée de telle manière à ne pas émettre un
champ de radiofréquence dépassant les limites spécifiées par
Santé Canada pour la population générale ; consultez le Code
de sécurité 6, disponible sur le site Web de Santé Canada :
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
Important Notice
WARNING

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The WLL-CA50 H is the model stated to be in compliance with
the R & TTE Directives.
For the customers in Europe
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this WLL-CA50 H is
in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This product is intended to be used in the following countries :
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands,
Portugal, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Iceland, Norway,
Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Lithuania.
Note for the users in Spain
Carrier frequencies only allowed 2421, 2449 and 2477 MHz
in Spain.
Note for the users in France
For using 100 mW RF power in France, only the carrier
frequencies in the range of 2446.5 to 2483.5 MHz are allowed.
Note for the users in Italy
Usage of the above mentioned device is regulated under
Italian law:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (activity subject to general
authorization) and art. 105 (free usage), and for private usage;
- D.M. 28/5/03, for providing to the general public access to R-
LAN networks and services.
Pour les clients en Europe
Sony Corporation déclare par ces présentes que le WLL-
CA50 H est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux
dispositions applicables de la Directive 1999/5/EC.
Pour les détails, accédez à l’URL suivante :
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les pays suivants :
Autriche, Belgique, Danemark, Finlande, France, Allemagne,
Grèce, Irlande, Italie, Luxembourg, Pays-Bas, Portugal,
Espagne, Suède, Royaume-Uni, Islande, Norvège, Suisse,
Liechtenstein et Lituanie.
Pour les utilisateurs en Espagne
Les fréquences porteuses autres que 2421, 2449 et 2477 MHz
ne peuvent pas être utilisées en Espagne.
Pour les utilisateurs résidant en France
Pour l’utilisation de la puissance radioélectrique de 100 mW
en France, seules les fréquences porteuses comprises entre
2446,5 et 2483,5 MHz sont acceptées.
Pour les utilisateurs résidant en Italie
L’utilisation de l’appareil mentionné ci-dessus est régie par la
loi italienne:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (activité soumise à
autorisation générale) et art. 105 (usage libre) et pour usage
privé ;
- D.M. 28/5/03, pour la fourniture d'accès public général aux
réseaux locaux et services R-LAN.
Für Kunden in Europa
Hiermit erklärt Sony Corporation, dass die vorliegende Einheit
WLL-CA50 H den wesentlichen Anforderungen und anderen
relevanten Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EC
entspricht.
Einzelheiten finden Sie unter folgendem URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Dieses Produkt ist für den Gebrauch in den folgenden Ländern
vorgesehen:
Österreich, Belgien, Dänemark, Finnland, Frankreich,
Deutschland, Griechenland, Irland, Italien, Luxemburg,
Niederlande, Portugal, Spanien, Schweden, Großbritannien,
Island, Norwegen, Schweiz, Liechtenstein und Litauen.
Hinweis für Benutzer in Spanien
Andere Trägerfrequenzen als 2421, 2449 und 2477 MHz
können in Spanien nicht verwendet werden.
Hinweis für Benutzer in Frankreich
Für die Benutzung von 100-mW-HF-Signalen in Frankreich
sind nur die Trägerfrequenzen im Bereich von 2446,5 bis
2483,5 MHz zugelassen.
Hinweis für Benutzer in Italien
Der Gebrauch des oben genannten Geräts ist durch das
italienische Gesetz geregelt:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (Aktivität unterliegt
allgemeiner Genehmigung) und art. 105 (freier Gebrauch),
und für privaten Gebrauch.
- D.M. 28/5/03 für den Zugang der Öffentlichkeit zu R-LAN-
Netzwerken und -Diensten.
Per clienti in Europa
Sony Corporation dichiara con la presente che questo WLL-
CA50 H è conforme ai requisiti essenziali e altre clausole
pertinenti della direttiva 1999/5/EC.
Per i dettagli, consultare l’URL che segue:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Questo prodotto è destinato all’uso nei seguenti paesi:
Austria, Belgio, Danimarca, Finlandia, Francia, Germania,
Grecia, Irlanda, Italia, Lussemburgo, Paesi Bassi, Portogallo,
Spagna, Svezia, Regno Unito, Islanda, Norvegia, Svizzera,
Liechtenstein e Lituania.
Nota per gli utilizzatori in Spagna
Non è possibile usare in Spagna frequenze portanti diverse da
2421, 2449 e 2477 MHz.
Nota per gli utilizzatori in Francia
Per l’uso della potenza RF a 100 mW in Francia, sono
consentite solo le frequenze portanti nell’intervallo compreso
tra 2446,5 e 2483,5 MHz.
Nota per gli utilizzatori in Italia
Si la presente inoltre che l’uso dell’apparato in esame é
regolamentato da:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (attività soggette ad
autorizzazione generale) e art. 105 (libero uso), per uso
privato;
- D.M. 28/5/03, per la fornitura al pubblico dell’accesso R-LAN
alle reti e ai sevizi di telecomunicazioni.

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Para los clientes de Europa
Sony Corporation declara aquí que este modelo, WLL-CA50
H, cumple los requisitos esenciales y demás provisiones
pertinentes de la Directiva 1999/5/EC.
Para obtener información detallada, vaya a la siguiente
dirección URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Este producto está destinado a utilizarse en los siguientes
países: Alemania, Austria, Bélgica, Dinamarca, España,
Finlandia, Francia, Grecia, Holanda, Irlanda, Islandia, Italia,
Liechtenstein, Lituania, Luxemburgo, Noruega, Portugal,
Reino Unido, Suecia y Suiza.
Nota para los usuarios de España
En España sólo se puede utilizar las frecuencias 2421, 2449
y 2477 MHz.
Nota para los usuarios de Francia
Para utilizar alimentación RF de 100 mW en Francia, soló se
permiten las frecuencias portadoras en el intervalo de 2446,5
a 2483,5 MHz.
Nota para los usuarios de Italia
El uso del dispositivo antes mencionado está regulado por la
ley italiana:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (actividad sujeta a
autorización general) y art. 105 (uso libre), y para uso privado;
- D.M. 28/5/03, para proporcionar acceso al público en general
a redes y servicios R-LAN.
Para clientes na Europa
A Sony Corporation declara que o WLL-CA50 H está em
conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras
disposições importantes da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Para mais informações, aceda ao URL apresentado em
seguida:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Este produto pode ser utilizado nos seguintes países:
Áustria, Bélgica, Dinamarca, Finlândia, França, Alemanha,
Grécia, Irlanda, Itália, Luxemburgo, Holanda, Portugal,
Espanha, Suécia, Reino Unido, Islândia, Noruega, Suíça,
Liechtenstein e Lituânia.
Nota para os utilizadores em Espanha
Só é possível utilizar frequências portadoras 2421, 2449 e
2477 MHz em Espanha.
Nota para clientes em França
Para utilizar a potência RF 100 mW em França, só são
permitidas as frequências do portador de 2446,5 a 2483,5
MHz.
Nota para clientes em Itália
A utilização do dispositivo acima mencionado é regulada pela
lei italiana:
- D. Legs 1.8.2003, n 259, art. 104 (actividade sujeita a
autorização geral) e art. 105 (uso livre) e para uso privado:
- D.M. 28/5/03, para oferecer ao público acesso às redes e
serviços R-LAN.
Voor klanten in Europa
Sony Corporation verklaart hierbij dat deze WLL-CA50 H
voldoet aan de primaire vereisten en andere relevante
voorschriften van richtlijn 1999/5/EC van de Europese Unie.
Voor verdere informatie bezoekt u de volgende website:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Dit product is bedoeld voor gebruik in de volgende landen:
Belgi, Denemarken, Duitsland, Finland, Frankrijk,
Griekenland, Ierland, Itali, Liechtenstein, Litouwen,
Luxemburg, Nederland, Noorwegen, Oostenrijk, Portugal,
Spanje, Verenigd Koninkrijk, IJsland, Zweden en Zwitserland.
Opmerking voor klanten in Spanje
In Spanje kunnen geen andere draaggolffrequenties worden
gebruikt dan 2421, 2449 en 2477 MHz.
Opmerking voor de gebruikers in Frankrijk
Voor het gebruik van 100 mW RF energie in Frankrijk, zijn
alleen de draagfrequenties binnen het bereik van 2446,5 tot
2483,5 MHz toegestaan.
Opmerking voor de gebruikers in Italië
Het gebruik van het bovenvermelde apparaat is bij de
Italiaanse wet geregeld:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (activiteit onderhevig aan
algemene goedkeuring) en art. 105 (gratis gebruik), en voor
privégebruik;
- D.M. 28/5/03, voor levering van toegang tot R-LAN-
netwerken en -diensten aan het algemeen publiek.
För kunder i Europa
Sony Corporation förkunnar härmed att denna WLL-CA50 H
uppfyller de huvudsakliga kraven och andra relevanta villkor i
direktivet 1999/5/EC.
Se följande URL för närmare detaljer:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Denna produkt är avsedd för användning i följande länder:
Österrike, Belgien, Danmark, Finland, Frankrike, Tyskland,
Grekland, Irland, Italien, Luxemburg, Nederländerna,
Portugal, Spanien, Sverige, Storbritannien, Island, Norge,
Schweiz, Liechtenstein och Litauen.
Att observera för kunder i Spanien
Andra bärfrekvenser än 2421, 2449 och 2477 MHz går inte att
använda i Spanien.
Att observera för kunder i Frankrike
Vid användning av 100 mW RF-ström i Frankrike är endast
bärfrekvenser inom området 2446,5 till 2483,5 MHz tillåtna.
Att observera för kunder i Italien
Användningen av ovanstående apparat styrs av italiensk lag:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (aktivitet som kräver allmän
auktorisering) och art. 105 (fri användning), samt för privat
användning;
- D.M. 28/5/03, för att ge allmänheten tillgång till R-LAN-
nätverk och tjänster.

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For kunder i Europa
Sony Corporation erklærer herved, at denne WLL-CA50 H er
i overensstemmelse med de essentielle krav og andre
relevante bestemmelser i direktiv 1999/5/EC.
åbn venligst den følgende URL angående detaljer:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Dette produkt er beregnet til brug i de følgende lande:
Østrig, Belgien, Danmark, Finland, Frankrig, Tyskland,
Grækenland, Irland, Italien, Luxembourg, Holland, Portugal,
Spanien, Sverige, Storbritannien, Island, Norge, Svejts,
Liechtenstein og Litauen.
Bemærkning for brugere i Spanien
Bærefrekvenser andre end 2421, 2449 og 2477 MHz kan ikke
anvendes i Spanien.
Bemærkning til kunder i Frankrig
Ved brug af 100 mW RF-effekt i Frankrig er kun
barefrekvenser i området 2446,5 til 2483,5 MHz tilladt.
Bemærkning til kunder i Italien
Brugen af ovenfor nævnte udstyr er reguleret af følgende love
i Italien:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (aktivitet i forbindelse med
generel godkendelse) og art. 105 (gratis brug) og for privat
brug,
- D.M. 28/5/03, for at stille R-LAN-netværk og -tjenester til
rådighed for offentligheden.
Euroopassa oleville asiakkaille
Sony Corporation vakuuttaa täten, että tämä WLL-CA50 H
vastaa direktiivin 1999/5/EC olennaisia vaatimuksia ja muita
asiaankuuluvia määräyksiä. Katso tarkemmat tiedot
osoitteesta:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Tämä tuote on tarkoitettu käytettäväksi seuraavissa maissa:
Itävalta, Belgia, Tanska, Suomi, Ranska, Saksa, Kreikka,
Irlanti, Italia, Luxemburg, Alankomaat, Portugal, Espanja,
Ruotsi, Yhdistynyt kuningaskunta, Islanti, Norja, Sveitsi,
Liechtenstein ja Liettua.
Huomautus Espanjassa oleville käyttäjille
Espanjassa ei voi käyttää muita kantotaajuuksia kuin 2421,
2449 ja 2477 MHz.
Huomautus ranskalaisille käyttäjille
Vain 2446,5 ja 2483,5 MHz väliset kantoaallon taajuudet ovat
sallittuja käytettäessä 100 mW RF-virtaa Ranskassa.
Huomautus italialaisille käyttäjille
Yllä mainitun laitteen käytöstä säädetään Italian laissa:
- D. Lgs 1.8.2003, n.259, art. 104 (yleisluvan varainen
toiminta) ja art. 105 (vapaa käyttö) sekä yksityiskäyttöön
- D.M. 28/5/03, R-LAN-verkkojen ja palveluiden
toimittamisesta yleiseen käyttöön.

6Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Using the CD-ROM Manual.................................................. 7
CD-ROM System Requirements ...............................................7
Preparations ...............................................................................7
To Read the CD-ROM Manual..................................................7
Overview ............................................................................... 8
Features......................................................................................8
Applicable Models.....................................................................8
System Configuration Example................................................ 9
Locations and Functions of Parts..................................... 11
Attaching to the Camcorder .............................................. 12
Mounting the Portable Tuner............................................. 13
Mounting the WRR-861A/861B (Example)............................13
Power Supply...................................................................... 14
Operating on the Battery Pack.................................................14
Operating on AC Power...........................................................15
Menu Settings ..................................................................... 15
Menu Items ..............................................................................15
Setting the Menu Items............................................................16
Transmission ...................................................................... 18
Error Messages .................................................................. 18
Specifications ..................................................................... 19

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Using the CD-ROM Manual
Using the CD-ROM
Manual
The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals
(Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish
versions).
CD-ROM System Requirements
The following are required to access the supplied CD-
ROM disc.
• Computer: PC with Intel Pentium CPU
– Installed memory: 64 MB or more
–CD-ROMdrive:×8 or faster
• Monitor: Monitor supporting resolution of 800 ×600 or
higher
• Operating system: Microsoft Windows Millennium
Edition, Windows 2000 Service Pack 2, Windows XP
Professional or Windows XP Home Edition
When these requirements are not met, access to the CD-
ROM disc may be slow, or not possible at all.
Preparations
The following software must be installed on your
computer in order to use the operation manuals contained
in the CD-ROM disc.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 4.0 or higher
• Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed, it may be
downloaded from the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com
To Read the CD-ROM Manual
To read the operation manual contained in the CD-ROM
disc, do the following:
1 Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the browser,
double click the index.htm file on the CD-ROM disc.
2 Select and click the operation manual that you want to
read.
A PDF file of the operation manual opens.
Note
If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to
read its content, for example because of a hardware
failure, you can do one of the following:
• You can purchase a new CD-ROM disc to replace one
that has been lost or damaged. Contact your Sony service
representative.
• You can purchase printed versions of the operation
manuals (Japanese/English version). Contact your Sony
service representative.
When ordering, be sure to specify the part number of the
manual you want.
Part No. Model covered
3-742-686-0X WLL-CA50
• Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Adobe, Acrobat, and Adobe Reader are registered trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

8Overview
Overview
The WLL-CA50 is a 2.4-GHz-band wireless camera
transmitter that transmits video and audio signals from a
Camcorder with high quality using digital modulation/
demodulation technologies.
You can select the transmission frequency in the range of
2406 to 2478 MHz in 1-MHz or 12-MHz steps.
The standard transmission distance is approximately 500
m (with no obstruction).
Features
Robust transmission thanks to COFDM system
Thanks to Sony’s newly developed COFDM IC for
modulation, the unit lets you configure a robust
transmission system resistant to multipath fading.
COFDM: Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
MPEG-2 format
Compression in MPEG-2 format yields high picture
quality and low delay.
Small and lightweight transmitter
Thanks to Sony’s newly developed COFDM IC and high-
density surface-mount technology, the unit is small and
light. It is easy to dock the unit onto a Camcorder.
No operation license is required
Basically, 2.4-GHz band wireless equipment does not
require an operation license.
Time-interleaving function built in
Thanks to time-interleaving technology, the unit is strong
in mobile transmission.
Low power consumption
Low power consumption allows battery operation when
mounted on a Camcorder.
Scramble function built in
Thanks to the scramble function, it is possible to maintain
security during transmission.
EL display and jog dial
High operability is achieved with the compact design. You
can obtain clear vision even with low temperature.
Wireless camera control and tally signal
reception
When the WLL-RX55 wireless camera receiver, an
optional wireless microphone system, and a remote control
panel are used in combination with the WLL-CA50, the
following functions are controlled from the WLL-RX55:
• Automatic black balance adjustment
• Automatic white balance adjustment
• Iris adjustment (automatic/manual selectable)
• Black balance adjustment (R/B/Master)
• White balance adjustment (R/B)
• Flare balance adjustment (R/G/B)
• Master knee point adjustment ON/OFF
• Gamma adjustment (R/G/B/Master)
• Detail ON/OFF
• Shutter speed selection
• Shutter speed selection ON/OFF
• Master gain selection (0 dB/9 dB/18 dB)
This system can also transmit red tally signals.
Available functions may be limited on some Camcorders.
Repeater function
When the WLL-RX55 wireless camera receiver is used in
combination with a WLL-CA50, signals can be
transmitted to places more than 500 m away or around
obstacles such as buildings or hills through relay by the
repeater system.
For system configuration of the repeater system, see
“Repeater system” on page 10.
Note
When you use the wireless camera control, tally, or
repeater function, be sure to check the software version of
the WLL-RX55 wireless camera receiver to be used. If the
version is not the one shown below, updating of the
software is required.
For information on updating the software, consult with a
Sony service or sales representative.
Applicable Models
The WLL-CA50 can be used docked on one of the
following Sony Digital Camcorder models equipped with
the 40-pin digital interface:
DVW-series Camcorder: ex. DVW-970series
DNW-series Camcorder: ex. DNW-7 series
MSW-series Camcorder: ex. MSW-970 series
PDW-series Camcorder: ex. PDW-530 series
Receiver Software version
WLL-RX55 1.10 and higher

9
Overview
System Configuration Example
Basic system
AF RF BATT
ATT CH
SET
+
–
ON
OFF
POWER
DISPLAY
LIGHT
MENU
DISPLAY
MIC
1
ON
OFF
WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER
INTERCOM
CANCEL/
CHARACTER
FUNCTION
MAINTE
NANCE
SCENE
PAI NT
ALARM
PAN EL
ACTIVE
MEMORY
STICK
STANDARD MONITOR TEST BARS
5600K AUTO
KNEE SKIN DETAIL BLACK GAMMA KNEE
SATURATION
CLOSE
AWB
AUTO
IRIS IRIS/MB ACTIVE MASTER
BLACK
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
EXT
IRIS
ABS
WHITE
BLACK
ABB
VTR
START/STOP
UHF SYNTHESIZED
TRANSMITTER UNIT WRT-860
Camcorder+
WLL-CA50 Wireless
Camera Transmitter
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
WLL-RX55
Wireless Camera
Receiver
Monitor
Wireless Camera Control
System
System
Basic Reception System
WRR-series UHF
Portable Diversity Tuner
WRR-861A/861B
Tally signals
Control signals
WRT-series UHF
Synthesized
Transmitter
WRT-8B/822B
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Video/audio signals
RM-B750 Remote Control Panel
Basic Transmission System

10 Overview
Repeater system
MENU
DISPLAY
MIC
1
ON
OFF
WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER
INTERCOM
CANCEL/
CHARACTER
MENU
DISPLAY
MIC
1
ON
OFF
WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER
INTERCOM
CANCEL/
CHARACTER
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the
WLL-RX55)
WLL-RX55
Wireless Camera Receiver
Basic Reception System
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
BNC connector
WLL-CA50
Wireless
Camera
Transmitter
Basic Transmission System
Repeater System
Antenna + Down-
converter (supplied
with the WLL-RX55)
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Camcorder
+ WLL-CA50 Wireless Camera
Transmitter
or
Video camera
+ WLL-CA55 Wireless Camera
Transmitter
Maximum
500 m
WLL-RX55
Wireless Camera Receiver
Maximum
500 m

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Locations and Functions of Parts
Locations and Functions of Parts
aCANCEL button
Press the button to return to the upper menu layer in a
menu operation.
For details on menu operations, see “Menu Settings” on
page 15.
bDigital interface connector (40-pin)
For data commnunication with a Camcorder. This
connector is used when the transmitter is directly docked
on a Camcorder.
cDISPLAY button and display
The display shows various information, such as the
operation statuses, setting menus, and alarm messages.
You can turn the display ON/OFF with the DISPLAY
button.
When you turn on the power to this unit, CPU initialization
begins, and an initialization message appears.
When the initialization ends, the display changes to the
status indications.
Status indications
If an error is generated, an alarm message will be displayed
at the center of the display.
DISPLAY
CANCEL MENU
DC IN
DC OUT 12V
TX ON
DC LINE
ON OFF
Inside panel Rear panel
aCANCEL button
bDigital interface connector
cDISPLAY button and display
dTX ON button
eDC LINE switch
fMENU knob gRF OUT connector
hDC OUT connector
iDC IN connector
jBattery attachment
kSPARE connector
2406MHz High Fast
Standard 13.5V
Transmission frequency Time interleave mode
Transmission mode DC voltage
Output mode

12 Attaching to the Camcorder
The display will be automatically turned off if you do not
operate the transmitter in normal transmission mode for a
while.
To turn the display on again, press the DISPLAY button.
dTX ON (transmission start) button
Press to start transmission.
To terminate transmission, turn off the power of the
transmitter by setting the DC LINE switch to OFF.
eDC LINE switch
To turn the power to the unit ON/OFF.
This button has no effect on the Camcorder. Turn the
power to the Camcorder on and off on the Camcorder side.
fMENU knob
Use this knob for making menu settings, including
transmission frequency.
For details on menu operations, see “Menu Settings” on
page 15.
gRF OUT connector
Mount the supplied transmission antenna.
Note
Do not use any antenna other than the supplied one.
hDC OUT connector
To supply power to a portable tuner, such as the WRR-
861A/861B UHF Portable Diversity Tuner and to accept
signals from the portable tuner.
iDC IN connector
When operating the unit on AC power, connect to the AC
Adaptor (optional) using the DC output cable.
jBattery attachment
Attach an optional battery pack.
The AC-DN10 AC adaptor (optional) can also be attached
for AC operation.
When power is supplied to the DC IN connector, it has
priority.
kSPARE connector
To accept external SDI/ASI signals.
For details on the connection, consult your Sony dealer.
Attaching to the
Camcorder
When the cover has been attached to the back of the
Camcorder, first remove it.
1 Fit the connectors of the transmitter to the
corresponding receptacles on the Camcorder
downward to dock.
2 Tighten the screws on the top.

13
Mounting the Portable Tuner
Mounting the Portable
Tuner
Mount the WRR-861A/861B UHF portable diversity tuner
of the wireless microphone system.
Mounting the WRR-861A/861B
(Example)
1 (1) Attach the mount bracket (not supplied) to the
back panel of this unit.
APass a screwdriver through the holes and tighten
the screws.
BLoosen the adjustment screws.
CAdjust the metal fitting position for the battery
pack to be attached, and tighten the adjustment
screws to fix its position.
DAttach the mount plate supplied with the WRR-
861A/861B.
(2) Attach the battery pack.
For more information about attaching the battery
pack, see “Operating on the Battery Pack” on page
14.
2 Mount the tuner on the mount plate.
3 Connect the tuner connecting cord to the output cord,
and external power cord of the tuner, and to the DC
OUT connector of this unit.
For information on where to obtain a tuner connecting
cord, please contact your Sony service representative.
(2) Battery pack
Mount plate
(supplied with the
WRR-861A/861B)
Adjustment screws
(1) Mount bracket
WRR-861A/861B
DC OUT
Output cord
(supplied with the
WRR-861A/861B)
Tuner connecting cord
External power cord
(supplied with the
WRR-861A/861B)

14 Power Supply
Power Supply
This transmitter operates on a battery pack or AC power
(with an AC-DN10).
Operating on the Battery Pack
Before use, charge the battery pack with a battery charger.
For details on charging method and time, refer to the
manuals for the battery pack and battery charger.
To attach a battery pack
1 Press the battery pack against the back of the
transmitter, aligning the side line of the battery pack
with the matching line on the transmitter.
2 Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow
points to the matching line on the transmitter.
To detach the battery pack
Before removing the battery pack, set the DC LINE switch
to OFF.
Battery pack
Align these
lines.
“LOCK” arrow
Matching line on
the transmitter
Holding the button
in, pull the battery
pack upward.

15
Menu Settings
Operating on AC Power
Using an optional AC-DN10 AC adaptor, you can operate
the transmitter on AC power.
When using an AC adaptor
Connect the transmitter to the AC power supply through
the AC Adaptor as shown below.
When using the AC-DN10 AC adaptor
Mount the AC-DN10 on the Camcorder just as you would
a battery pack, then connect to the AC power supply.
The AC-DN10 can supply power up to 100 W.
Note
Do not use the AC-DN1, which can supply only small
power.
Menu Settings
You can perform various settings using menus on the
display.
The menu settings are maintained even if you turn the unit
off.
Menu Items
Wireless menu
Freq: Set the transmission frequency by the channel. The
frequency can be selected in 12-MHz steps.
CH1: 2406 MHz
CH2: 2418 MHz
CH3: 2430 MHz
CH4: 2442 MHz
CH5: 2454 MHz
CH6: 2466 MHz
CH7: 2478 MHz
Set the WLL-RX50/RX55 receiver to be used in
combination to the same channel.
If you select “Freq” and set a frequency that does not
coincide with any of the CH1 to CH7 frequencies, the
channel column shows “CH-”.
Freq: Set the transmission frequency.
It can be selected in 1-MHz steps.
Set the WLL-RX50/RX55 receiver to be used in
combination to the same frequency.
RF Power: Select the RF output.
High: For long-distance transmission
Low: For short distance less than 10 meters
Mode: Select the transmission mode.
Standard: Standard mode
Robust: Mode for more stable transmission.
The picture quality is degraded when compared
with Standard mode.
HiPicture: Mode for transmission with higher picture
quality. The stability is decreased when compared
with Standard mode.
Interleave: Select the time interleave mode.
No data permutation is performed if this is set to OFF.
DC IN
DC OUT
AC Adaptor
DC output cable
AC outlet
AC power cord
(suppled with
AC-DN10)
AC-DN10
AC outlet
Cord cramper
Menu Submenu Values (default)
Freq — CH1–CH7 (CH4)
Freq — 2406–2478 MHz (2442 MHz)
RF Power — High, Low (Low)
Mode — Standard, Robust, HiPicture
(Standard)
Interleave — Fast, Run, Walk, OFF(Fast)
Emission — OFDM, CW, OFF (OFDM)
Scramble Scramble *** (AAA)

16 Menu Settings
Normally use Fast mode. Interleaving has more effect
in the order of Fast, Run, and Walk for robust
transmission, but the system delay also increases in
this order.
Emission: Select the RF emission format. When OFF is
selected, no RF carrier will be emitted.
Scramble: Set a 3-digit scramble code, using the
submenu.
Set the same value as the descramble code of the
WLL-RX50/RX55 receiver to be used in combination.
Setup menu
Default Set: Select Yes to return the menu items other
than the video system to their default settings.
Low Batt: Select the battery voltage at which an alarm
message is to be displayed.
Video: Select the video system.
Spare: Select the signal to be accepted with the SPARE
connector.
TS Set: Using the submenu, set the transmission
parameters.
Status menu
To check the statuses. No settings can be made with this
menu.
PLD Version: The version of the PLD software of each
internal board is displayed.
Serial No.: The 6-digit serial number of this unit is
displayed.
Sys Timer: The accumulated operating time of the system
is displayed.
EL Timer: The accumulated operating time of the EL
display is displayed.
Setting the Menu Items
1 Set the DC LINE switch to ON to turn on the
transmitter.
The display lights.
When it turns to the status indications (see page 11),
you can start the menu operation.
If the display is not on, press the DISPLAY button.
2 Press the MENU knob.
The corresponding menu appears on the display.
3 Turn the MENU knob to move the cursor (c) to the
item to be set.
4 Press the MENU knob.
The cursor (c) changes to a flashing question mark
(?).
5 Turn the MENU knob to display the desired value.
To cancel the change
Press the CANCEL button. The status in step 3is
restored.
Note
Item Submenu Values (default)
Default Set — No, Yes (No)
Low Batt — 10 to 11.5 V (10.5 V)
Video — NTSC, PAL
Spare — SDI, ASI (SDI)
TS Set PGM No. (0x0001)
PID video (0x0100)
PID audio (0x0101)
PID PMT (0x0200)
PID PCR (0x0050)
Item Submenu Values (default)
PLD Version IF x.xx
DPR x.xx
Serial No. — xxxxxx
Sys Timer — xxxxx H
EL Timer — xxxxx H
* Wireless *
Mode: Standard
cInterleave: Fast
Emission : OFF
Scramble >>
Example:
* Wireless *
Mode: Standard
? Interleave: Fast
Emission : OFF
Scramble >>
Example:
* Wireless *
Mode: Standard
? Interleave: Run
Emission : OFF
Scramble >>
Example:

17
Menu Settings
6 Press the MENU knob.
The question mark (?) changes back to the cursor (c),
and the new setting becomes valid.
Set other items in the same manner, and when menu
settings are completed, press the CANCEL button to exit.
The normal status display is restored.
When setting an item having submenu
Proceed as follows after step 3:
4 Set the cursor (c) to an item having a submenu and
press the MENU knob.
The corresponding submenu appears.
When setting the scramble code, etc.
Follow the steps below for the items such as scramble code
for which multiple digits must be set.
1 Turn the MENU knob to set the cursor (x) to the digit
to be set.
2 Press the MENU knob.
The cursor (x) changes to a flashing question mark
(?).
3 Turn the MENU knob to display the desired value.
To cancel the change
Press the CANCEL button. The status in step 1 is
restored.
4 Press the MENU knob.
The question mark (?) changes back to the cursor (x) .
Set other digits in the same manner. When all the digits
have been set, press the CANCEL button to return to the
upper layer.
To release Menu mode, press the CANCEL button again.
The normal status display is restored.
Notes
• When changing the Freq or RF Power value,
transmission will be interrupted after the setting process,
showing “TX OFF.”
Other items can be changed without interrupting
transmission.
• When you change the menu values, the new settings will
first become valid when you press the MENU knob to
fix.
* Setup *
Low Batt: 10.5V
Video: NTSC
Spare: SDI
cTS Set >>
* TS Set *
cPGM No. 0001
PID video: 0100
PID audio: 0101
PID PMT : 0200
Example:
Scramble
x
ABC
E
xamp
l
e:
Scramble
?
ABC
E
xamp
l
e:
Scramble
?
ADC
Example:

18 Transmission / Error Messages
Transmission
To start transmission
1 Turn on the Camcorder.
2 Set the DC LINE switch to ON to turn on the
transmitter.
3 Press the TX ON button.
Video shot with the Camcorder is immediately
transmitted.
To stop transmission
Set the DC LINE switch to OFF.
You can also set it to OFF with a menu operation.
Error Messages
When an error is generated, one of the following error
messages is displayed.
Com Error
Cause: The communication with the WLL-RX55 was lost
although it had once been established.
Measures: Check that the condition of the transmission
from this unit to the WLL-RX55, and the UHF
condition from the WLL-RX55 to this unit.
Emission CW
Reason: CW has been selected with a menu operation.
Measures: Change the menu setting to OFDM. Or turn the
transmitter off, then turn it on again.
Low Battery
Reason: The power voltage is lower than the value
specified on the menu.
Measures: Replace the battery, or increase the power
voltage.
No Video
Reason: No video signal is detected.
Measures: Check the power to the Camcorder.
Or check the consistency between the transmitter and
the Camcorder.
NTSC
Reason: An NTSC signal being supplied although the
transmitter has been set for PAL use.
Measures: Use a Camcorder of the PAL system. Or
change the transmitter setting on this unit to NTSC.
PAL
Reason: A PAL signal being supplied although the
transmitter has been set for NTSC use.
Measures: Use a Camcorder of the NTSC system. Or
change the transmitter setting on this unit to PAL.
TX OFF
Reason: The transmitter is waiting for a trigger for
transmission.
Measures: Press the TX ON button to start transmission.
Backup Error
Reason: The settings when the power was turned off have
benn deleted.
Measure: Reset if necessary.
If this error occurs frequently, consult with a Sony
service or sales representative.

19
Specifications
If any of the following error messages is displayed, first
check the power to the camera, and connection of input
signals (40-pin consistency, etc.), then consult with a
Sony service or sales representative.
CAM Com Error
Reason: Communication between this unit and the
Camcorder cannot be made.
PLD Config NG
Cause: Trouble has occurred in the PLD on the DPR
board.
ENC Config NG
Reason: The encoder cannot be initialized.
RF PLL Unlock
Reason: The PLL of the transmission module does not
lock.
Specifications
General
Power requirements 12 V DC
Current consumption
770 mA
Operating temperature
0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C
(–4°F to +140°F)
Dimensions 97 ×209 ×152 mm (w/h/d)
(3 7/8×8 1/4×6 inches)
Mass 1.2 kg (2 lb 10 oz), excluding antenna
RF block
Transmission freqeuncy range
2402 to 2474 MHz
(model available in USA and
Canada)
2402 to 2482 MHz
(model available in other countries)
Transmission center freqeuncy range
2406 to 2470 MHz
(model available in USA and
Canada)
2406 to 2478 MHz
(model available in other countries)
Occupied bandwidth
8 MHz
RF power output 36 mW
Antenna gain 4.0 dBi
Antenna directivity Omni-directional
Modulation 16QAM-OFDM, QPSK-OFDM
Input/output
DC IN External DC input, 10.5 to 17 V DC
XLR 4-pin (male)
RF OUT Special connector, 50 ohms
DC OUT 10.5 to 17 V DC (DC IN volatage),
300 mA
Control input: –60 dBm
SPARE BNC type, 75-ohm input
Supplied accessories
Transmission antenna (1)
Operation Manual (1)
CD-ROM (1)

20 Specifications
Optional accessories
Battery Pack: BP-GL95/GL65/L60S
AC Power Adaptor: AC-DN10
UHF Synthesized Portable Dual Diversity Tuner:
WRR-862
UHF Portable Diversity Tuner: WRR-855/861A/861B
Mount bracket A-8278-057-A
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.