Sony PMW-PZ1 User manual

4K Memory Player
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
PMW-PZ1
4-570-704-11 (1)
© 2015 Sony Corporation

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Table of Contents
Parts Identification............................................................. 3
Front..........................................................................................3
Rear ...........................................................................................4
Connection Examples......................................................... 5
Connection to a 4K Monitor .....................................................5
Connection to a 4K Projector....................................................5
Preparation ......................................................................... 6
Playable Formats.......................................................................6
SxS Memory Cards ...................................................................6
XQD Memory Cards.................................................................6
External Storage Devices ..........................................................6
Power Supply ............................................................................7
Using the Unit for the First Time..............................................7
Playing Back Files .............................................................. 8
Displaying the List Screen and Thumbnail Screen...................8
List Screen Display and Operations..........................................8
Thumbnail Screen Display and Operations ..............................8
File Playback Display and Operations ...................................... 9
Mouse Operations ...................................................................10
Copying Files .................................................................... 11
Copy Screen Display and Operations .....................................11
Menus ................................................................................ 12
Basic Menu Operations...........................................................12
Menu Items and Setting Values ..............................................12
Usage Precautions ............................................................ 13
Warning Messages............................................................ 13
Specifications .................................................................... 14
Appendix ........................................................................... 15
Recommended Media (XQD Memory Cards) ........................15
Licenses ............................................................................. 16
MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License ...............................16
MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License................................16
End User License Agreement (EULA) ...................................16

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Parts Identification
For details on each function and how to use them, see the pages in the parentheses.
Front
aPower button and indicator (page 7)
bLCD display
List screen (page 8)
Thumbnail screen (page 8)
File playback screen (page 9)
Copy screen (page 11)
Menu screen (page 12)
cPUSH SET dial
Use this to select files and menu items. General operation consists
of turning the dial left or right and pressing it to confirm selections.
dTHUMBS/LIST button
Switch between displaying the list screen or thumbnail screen in the
display.
eMENU button
Switch between displaying the menu screen or list/thumbnail screen
in the display.
fBACK button
Return to the previous screen in the display. When pressed in the list
screen or thumbnail screen, this returns to the previous (higher)
level.
gCOPY button (page 11)
Switch to the copy screen in the display. When pressed in the copy
screen, this displays the list screen or thumbnail screen.
hPLAYBACK SxS button
Access the SxS memory card, and display the file list.
iPLAYBACK EXT button
Access the external storage device, and display the file list.
jPREV button / kPLAY/PAUSE button /
lNEXT button / mSTOP button
List/thumbnail screen operations (page 8)
File playback operations (page 9)
nEXT (external storage) connector (USB3.0) and
UNMOUNT button and indicator (page 6)
oSxS memory card slot and UNMOUNT button and indicator
(page 6)
pVOLUME (–/+) buttons
Adjust the volume for the audio output from the front panel
headphones jack.
qSHIFT button
Use this to perform various operations during file playback (page 9).
rDISPLAY button
Superimpose text information (file names, playback status, etc.) on
the LCD display during file playback.
By configuring menu settings, you can also superimpose text
information on the displays of monitors or projectors connected to
the rear panel connectors (3G/HD SDI MONITOR OUT, 4K/HD
OUT) (page 12).
sHeadphones jack (stereo mini jack)
Use this to monitor audio during +1 speed playback. Audio is muted
during all other playback situations.
For details on storage device transmission speed, see page 7.
tMOUSE connector (USB2.0)
Connect a USB mouse (page 10).

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Rear
a4K/HD OUT connector (HDMI 19-pin)
Output video and audio being played back on the unit to a 4K
monitor or other HDMI device. When not playing back a file, a
screen identical to that of the unit’s LCD display will be output.
For details on storage device transmission speed, see page 7.
b3G/HD SDI MONITOR OUT connectors 1 to 4 (BNC type)
Output video and audio played back on the unit to a 4K monitor or
other SDI device.
3G-SDI and HD SDI signals are supported.
When not playing back a file, a screen identical to that of the unit’s
LCD display will be output.
For details on storage device transmission speed, see page 7.
cAUDIO MONITOR connector (phono jack)
Output the audio being played back on the unit.
For details on storage device transmission speed, see page 7.
dDC power input connector (EIAJ compliant)
Connect to an AC power supply via the supplied AC adapter or the
AC-DN10 (not supplied) (page 7).
When disconnecting the AC adapter, be sure to press the power button to turn
off the unit (page 7) and wait for the indicator to light red beforehand.
eCable clamp
Use this to secure the supplied cable.
Note

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Connection Examples
Connection to a 4K Monitor
For details on the monitor, refer to the operating instructions for the
monitor.
HDMI connection
SDI connection
Connection to a 4K Projector
For details on the projector, refer to the operating instructions for
the projector.
PMW-PZ1 (rear)
4K/HD OUT
Professional Video Monitor
PVM-X300
HDMI input
HDMI cable
PMW-PZ1 (rear)
3G/HD SDI MONITOR OUT
Professional Video Monitor
PVM-X300
SDI input
BNC cable
PMW-PZ1 (rear)
4K/HD OUT
VPL-VW1100ES
Video Projector
HDMI input
HDMI cable
HDMI input
HDMI cable
Audio amp +
speakers

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Preparation
Playable Formats
The unit can play back files that conform to the following file
systems and recording formats.
File systems
• SxS memory cards, XQD memory cards1): exFAT
• External storage devices: exFAT, NTFS
1) When using a QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard adapter.
Recording formats
• XAVC Intra 4096 × 2160: 23.98P/25P/29.97P/50P/59.94P
• XAVC Intra 3840 × 2160: 23.98P/25P/29.97P/50P/59.94P
• XAVC Long 3840 × 2160: 23.98P/25P/29.97P/50P/59.94P
• XAVC Intra 1920 × 1080: 23.98P/25P/29.97P/50P/59.94P
• XAVC Long 1920 × 1080: 23.98P/25P/29.97P/50P/59.94P
(Recording rate of up to 600 Mbps)
Be sure to insert the XQD Express Card adapter in the proper orientation.
Inserting it in an improper orientation may damage the card slot.
SxS Memory Cards
Use the following Sony SxS memory cards. Operation is not
guaranteed for other memory cards.
•SxSPRO+
SBP-128B, SBP-64B: XAVC 4K (4096 × 2160,
3840 × 2160), XAVC HD (1920 × 1080)
•SxSPRO
SBP-64A, SBP-32: XAVC HD (1920 × 1080)
These cards comply with the ExpressCard standard.
You can also use XQD cards by using an adapter (not supplied).
For details and precautions on using SxS memory cards, refer to the
operating instructions for the SxS memory card.
Inserting/ejecting SxS memory cards
Inserting SxS memory cards
Be sure to insert SxS memory cards in the proper orientation and
direction. When an SxS memory card is inserted and the unit
recognizes it properly, the mount indicator lights.
Ejecting SxS memory cards
1Press the UNMOUNT button to the right of the SxS
memory card slot.
The mount indicator blinks while the unmount procedure is
processing.
2Verify that the mount indicator has turned off, and then
press the SxS memory card slot’s eject lever to eject the
card.
• If you eject an SxS card while the mount indicator is lit, the data on the
card may be damaged. Do not eject the card while it is being accessed
(e.g., when copying is in progress).
• Formatting or error recovery for SxS memory cards cannot be performed
on the unit.
XQD Memory Cards
You can use the unit to play back files stored on the following XQD
memory cards by using a QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard adapter (not
supplied).
• XQD G/XQD S (EB Stream)
• XQD N
For details on recording formats and recommended media, see
“Recommended Media (XQD Memory Cards)” (page 15).
Be sure to insert the XQD Express Card adapter in the proper orientation.
Inserting it in an improper orientation may damage the card slot.
External Storage Devices
File playback
You can connect a USB drive, SSD/HDD, or other external storage
device, and play back files stored on the device. (Transmission
speeds depend on the external storage device.)
• If the mount indicator does not light even when a device is connected, try
reconnecting the device.
Note
Notes
Note
Notes
UNMOUNT button
Eject leverSxS memory card
Mount indicator

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• If an external storage device was previously connected to and operated on
the unit and you want to connect the device to other equipment, be sure to
verify the file system of the equipment beforehand.
Bulk copying files
You can bulk copy files from the SxS memory card to the external
storage device.
Normal accessing cannot be performed in the following cases.
• When multiple external storage devices are connected via a USB hub
• When multiple partitions exist on the external storage device
• When a folder or file name includes double-byte characters or certain
symbols
Safely removing external storage devices
Press the UNMOUNT button to the right of the EXT connector,
verify that the mount indicator has turned off, and then remove the
external storage device.
• If you eject an external storage device while the mount indicator is lit, the
data on the device may be damaged. Do not eject the device while it is
being accessed (e.g., when copying is in progress).
• Formatting or error recovery for external storage devices cannot be
performed on the unit.
• If the transmission speed of the external storage device is slow, playback
may not be smooth.
• External storage devices that are bus-powered and have a current
consumption 900 mA may not operate properly.
Power Supply
Connecting the power supply
Using the supplied AC adapter
Using the AC-DN10 (not supplied)
Turning the unit on
Press the power button while the power button indicator is lit
red.
The indicator lights green, and the unit starts up. (The startup
procedure takes about 2 minutes.)
When startup is complete, the list screen (page 8) or thumbnail
screen (page 8) appears.
Turning the unit off
1Pause file playback, and press the UNMOUNT button on
the front panel of the unit.
2Press and hold the power button for at least 1 second, and
release it when the power indicator starts blinking green.
When the unit turns off, the power indicator lights red.
A forced shutdown occurs when you press and hold the power button for
approx. 5 seconds. As this may negatively affect the unit’s internal SSD, do
not perform this unless necessary.
Using the Unit for the First Time
When using the unit for the first time, configure the following menu
items (page 12).
• TIME ZONE
• LOCAL DATE
• LOCAL TIME
Note
Notes
to AC power
outlet
AC adapter
(supplied)
DC power input connector
AC power cable
(not supplied)
PMW-PZ1 (rear)
to AC power
outlet
XLR 4-pin DC power
adapter cable (supplied)
DC power input connector
AC-DN10
(not supplied)
PMW-PZ1 (rear)
Note

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Playing Back Files
Displaying the List Screen and
Thumbnail Screen
Press the THUMBS/LIST button to display the list screen or
thumbnail screen.
List Screen Display and Operations
List screen display
The above is an example of an SxS memory card’s list. [EXT] is
displayed in afor an external storage device, but you can refer to
the following for the other items.
aDrive selected for playback (SxS or EXT)
bVolume label
cStorage capacity (remaining/total)
dFile loading status
This may appear when the file list screen is displayed. Playback
cannot be started while files are being loaded.
ePlayback mode icon
Indicates the status of the [PLAY MODE] menu item setting as an
icon. This does not appear when the playback mode is [Single Clip
Normal].
fWarning indicator (page 13)
gPower supply voltage indicator
This appears when the power supply voltage is less than 18.0 V. A
warning indicator will also appear if the voltage drops below the
value configured in the [DC IN VOLTAGE ALARM] menu item.
hFolder path
Displays the folder currently being displayed and the folder above it.
iFile list
Displays the file name, recording format, data size, file length, date,
etc. of each file. Files that cannot be played back by the unit will be
indicated by an icon on their thumbnails.
jInformation on current file
Displays information on the currently selected file. (File name, file
length, file number/total number of files, recording format, date,
etc.)
List screen operations
Thumbnail Screen Display and
Operations
Thumbnail screen display
When you press the THUMBS/LIST button in the list screen, the file
list is displayed as thumbnails as follows.
THUMBS/LIST button
Function Operation
Selecting a file Turn the PUSH SET dial. When a folder is
selected, press the dial to display the next
(lower) level in the directory. You can also
press the PREV and NEXT buttons.
• When you press the PREV button while
holding the SHIFT button, the first file of
the current folder will be selected.
• When you press the NEXT button while
holding the SHIFT button, the last file of
the current folder will be selected.
Playing back a selected
file
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
Opening the selected file
in a paused state
Press the PUSH SET dial.
Displaying the previous
(higher) level in the
directory
Press the BACK button.
Switching to the
thumbnail screen
Press the THUMBS/LIST button.
Switching to the menu
screen
Press the MENU button (page 12).
Accessing the SxS
memory card
Press the PLAYBACK SxS button.
Accessing the external
storage device
Press the PLAYBACK EXT button.
Switching to the copy
screen
Press the COPY button (page 11).
Displaying file
information
Turn the PUSH SET dial while holding the
SHIFT button. (Scroll horizontally.)

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Thumbnail screen operations
File Playback Display and Operations
File playback display
During file playback, the video is displayed on the unit’s LCD
display and the monitor connected to the unit.
When you press the DISPLAY button on the front panel, the
following text information is superimposed on the display.
aFile name
bPlayback timecode
cPlayback status (PLAY/PAUSE/F.FWD/F.REV)
dPower supply voltage
This appears when the power supply voltage is less than 18.0 V.
File playback operations
• The visual appearance of fast forward and fast rewind operations depends
on the file format.
• Audio that has been set to non-audio will be muted.
Function Operation
Selecting a file Turn the PUSH SET dial. When a folder is
selected, press the dial to display the next
(lower) level in the directory. You can also
press the PREV and NEXT buttons.
• When you press the PREV button while
holding the SHIFT button, the first file of
the current folder will be selected.
• When you press the NEXT button while
holding the SHIFT button, the last file of
the current folder will be selected.
Playing back a selected
file
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
Opening the selected file
in a paused state
Press the PUSH SET dial.
Displaying the previous
(higher) level in the
directory
Press the BACK button.
Switching to the list
screen
Press the THUMBS/LIST button.
Switching to the menu
screen
Press the MENU button (page 12).
Accessing the SxS
memory card
Press the PLAYBACK SxS button.
Accessing the external
storage device
Press the PLAYBACK EXT button.
Switching to the copy
screen
Press the COPY button (page 11).
File name Unplayable file
Function Operation
Playing/pausing Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
Fast forwarding (F.FWD)
(×2 t ×4 t ×8 t ×16
t ×32 t ×64 t ×128)
Press the NEXT button while holding the
PLAY/PAUSE button. The playback speed
changes with each press.
Fast rewinding (F.REV)
(×2 t ×4 t ×8 t ×16
t ×32 t ×64 t ×128)
Press the PREV button while holding the
PLAY/PAUSE button. The rewind speed
changes with each press.
Moving to the last frame
of the file currently being
played back
Press the NEXT button while holding the
SHIFT button. (During continuous playback,
you will move to the last frame of the last
file.)
Moving to the starting
frame of the file currently
being played back
Press the PREV button while holding the
SHIFT button. (During continuous playback,
you will move to the starting frame of the first
file.)
Playing the file currently
being played back from
the beginning
Press the PREV button. (If pressed within 1
sec. of the start point, the previous file will be
played back.)
Playing from the
beginning of the previous
file in the list
Press the PREV button within 1 sec. of the
current file’s start point.
The first file in the list will always be played
back from its start point.
Playing from the
beginning of the next file
in the list
Press the NEXT button.
For the last file in the list, this moves to the
last frame of the file.
Stopping playback and
returning to the previous
screen
Press the STOP button.
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• Lists are created in the XDROOT folder based on the metadata stored in
the folder.
In other folders, lists are created as each file is loaded. Therefore,
depending on the number of files, list display may take longer.
Mouse Operations
You can operate the unit using a mouse connected to the MOUSE
connector on the front panel.
If the mouse is not recognized, try reconnecting it.
Displaying the mouse operation items
When you click a drive type (SxS or EXT) in the list screen or
thumbnail screen, the following items appear.
You can perform the following operations by selecting the items.
However, operations cannot be performed while copying is in
progress.
• Switching the selected drive (SxS/EXT)
• Switching between the list screen and thumbnail screen
• Displaying the copy screen
• Displaying the menu screen
• Safely removing SxS memory cards
• Safely removing external storage devices
File playback operations
Function Mouse operation
Starting playback Double-click a file in the list screen
or thumbnail screen.
Playing/pausing Click (during fast forward/fast
rewind, this pauses playback, while
clicking again returns playback to
×1 speed).
Playback switches between play
and pause with each press.
Fast forwarding (×2 t ×4 t ×8
t ×16 t ×32 t ×64 t ×128)
Click and drag to the right during
playback. The playback speed
changes with each press.
Fast rewinding (×2 t ×4 t ×8 t
×16 t ×32 t ×64 t ×128)
Click and drag to the left during
playback. The rewind speed
changes with each press.
Moving to the beginning of the next
file
Right-click and drag to the right.
Moving to the beginning of the
previous file
Right-click and drag to the left.
Moving to the beginning of the
current file
Right-click and drag up.
Mouse operation items
Moving to the end of the current file Right-click and drag down.
Stopping playback and returning to
the file list screen
Double-click.
Function Mouse operation