Sony WLL-CA55 User manual

WIRELESS CAMERA TRANSMITTER
WLL-CA55
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 1)

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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.
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas
exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret
fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages
zu vermeiden, darf das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit
ausgesetzt werden.
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das
Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie
Wartungsarbeiten nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.
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-CA55) 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-CA55) 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
AVERTISSEMENT
WARNUNG

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For the customers in Europe
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this WLL-CA55 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-
CA55 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-CA55 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-
CA55 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-CA55,
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-CA55 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-CA55
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-CA55
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.
For kunder i Europa
Sony Corporation erklærer herved, at denne WLL-CA55 er i
overensstemmelse med de essentielle krav og andre
relevante bestemmelser i direktiv 1999/5/EC.
åbn venligst den følgende URL angående detaljer:

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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-CA55
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
Reading 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 Video Camera ......................................... 16
Attaching to the BVP-E10-series camera ................................16
Attaching to the BVP-950-series camera ................................16
Mounting the Portable Tuner............................................. 17
Mounting the WRR-855A .......................................................17
Mounting the WRR-860A .......................................................18
Power Supply...................................................................... 19
Operating on the Battery Pack.................................................19
Operating on AC Power...........................................................20
Menu Settings ..................................................................... 20
Menu Items ..............................................................................20
Setting the Menu Items............................................................22
Transmission ...................................................................... 24
Error Messages .................................................................. 25
Specifications ..................................................................... 26

Using the CD-ROM Manual 7
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
One of the following programs must be installed on your
computer in order to use the operation manuals contained
on the CD-ROM disc:
•Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 4.0 or higher
•Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from
the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
Reading the CD-ROM Manual
To read the operation manual contained on 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.
This opens the PDF file of the operation manual.
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
manual (Japanese/English version). Contact your Sony
service representative.
When ordering, be sure to specify the part number of the
manual you want.
Note
Part No. Model covered
3-808-859-0X WLL-CA55
• 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 trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or
other countries.

Overview
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Overview
The WLL-CA55 is a transmitter for a wireless camera
system that transmits MPEG-2 video and audio in the 2.4
GHz band. It is designed to be mounted on a Sony portable
video camera.
You can select the transmission frequency in the range of
2406 MHz to 2478 MHz in 1-MHz or 12-MHz steps.
The transmission distance is about 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 IC and high-density
surface-mount technology, the unit is small and light. It is
easy to dock the unit onto a portable video camera.
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 instantaneous changes and mobile transmission.
Low power consumption
Low power consumption allows battery operation when
mounted on a portable video camera.
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.
When the WLL-RX55 wireless camera receiver and an
optional wireless microphone system are used in
combination, the following functions are also available:
Tally/Intercom signals for the camera
Tally and intercom signals from the WLL-RX55 can be
received.
Wireless camera control
Connecting an optional remote control panel or remote
control unit to the WLL-RX55 enables wireless camera
control.
GENLOCK function
The necessary system delay is minimized by receiving a
reference signal for external synchronization from the
WLL-RX55.
Applicable Models
The WLL-CA55 can be used docked on one of the
following Sony video camera models equipped with the
68-pin interface:
BVP-E10 series
BVP-950 series
Confirmation of the Camera Version
When connecting the camera, confirm the version of the
software installed in the camera to be connected.
If it does not match the versions shown below, software
updating is required.
Contact your Sony dealer for updating.
Camera Software Version
BVP-E10 series 1.07 or higher
BVP-950 series 1.50 or higher

Overview 9
System Configuration Example
2-channel diversity reception system (one WLL-CA55 to one WLL-RX55)
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 N T
ALARM
PAN E L
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
UHF SYNTHESIZED
TUNER UNIT WRR-855
ON
OFF
POWER MUTING
Video camera +
WLL-CA55 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
Synthesized Tuner Unit
WRR-855A (can be built
into the WLL-CA55)
Tally/intercom signals
Control/GENLOCK signals
WRT-series UHF Synthesized Transmitter
WRT-8B
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
(attachable to the WLL-RX55)

Overview
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3-channel diversity reception system (one WLL-CA55 to one WLL-RX55 plus one WLL-
RX50)
This system does not use the wireless camera control
functions.
WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER WLL-RX50
MENU
ENTER
SYSTEM ALARMSTREAM
IN OUT
INT
EXT 1
EXIT 2
RESET
I
1
MENU
DISPLAY
MIC
1
ON
OFF
WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER
INTERCOM
CANCEL/
CHARACTER
VTR
F FWDREW
SHUTTER ECS
FILTER OUTPUT
M GAMMA DETAILKNEE
WHITE
GAIN
S-EVS
PLAY
REC REVIEW
START/STOP
STOP
AUTO
KNEE
BLACK
MASTER
BLACK
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-B150
ACTIVE STANDARD
IRIS/MB ACTIVE
IRIS
ND CC
Monitor
WLL-RX50 (sub)
WLL-RX55 (main)
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX50)
System
3-channel Diversity Reception System
Basic 2-channel Diversity Reception System
Antenna + Down-converter
(supplied with the WLL-RX55)
Video camera +
WLL-CA55 Wireless Camera Transmitter
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
Coaxial cable with
N-type connector
RCP-700-series
Remote Control Panel
RCP-700-series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5 cable

Locations and Functions of Parts 11
Locations and Functions of Parts
Inside panel
aSlot for tuner unit
Mount a WRR-855A UHF synthesized tuner unit of the
wireless microphone system.
For details on mounting, see “Mounting the WRR-855A”
on page 17.
bRF OUT connector
Mount the supplied transmission antenna.
Do not use any antenna other than the supplied one.
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.
When using an Info-Lithium battery, an alarm will be
displayed for the value set for “Low Batt” (percentage) of
the Setup menu. For a non-Info-Lithium battery, it will be
displayed for the value set for “Low Batt” (voltage).
DISPLAY
CANCEL MENU
DC LINE TX ON/CALL
cDISPLAY button and display
dMENU dial
eCANCEL button
fTX ON/CALL button
gDC LINE switch
aSlot for tuner unit
bRF OUT connector
Note
2406MHz High Fast
Incom 50
RX
sssssssss
CA
sssssssss
Standard 13.5V
Transmission
frequency Time interleave
mode
Transmission mode
For an Info-Lithium battery, the remaining (%) is displayed.
For a non-Info-Lithium battery, the voltage is displayed.
Output mode
Intercom level
Reception level
of the WLL-RX55
Reception level of
the slot-in unit

Locations and Functions of Parts
12
The display will automatically enter Screen Save mode if
you do not operate the transmitter in normal Transmission
mode for a while.
To obtain the display again, press the DISPLAY button.
dMENU dial
Use this dial for making menu settings, including
transmission frequency and intercom level.
For details on menu operations, see “Menu Settings” on
page 20.
eCANCEL 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 20.
fTX ON (transmission start)/CALL button
Press to start transmission.
During transmission, the button functions as the CALL
button.
To terminate transmission, turn off the power of the
transmitter by setting the DC LINE switch to OFF.
gDC LINE switch
To turn the power to the unit ON/OFF.
When the unit is not being used, leave the switch in the
OFF position (right).
When you set it to the center ON position, power is
supplied to the transmitter only.
When you slide it further to the left ON position, power is
also supplied to the camera on which the transmitter has
been mounted.

Locations and Functions of Parts 13
Outside panel
aSPARE connector (BNC type)
An extra connector for video output.
For details on the connection, consult your Sony dealer.
bVBS/SDI IN connector (BNC type)
To accept an external synchronization (GENLOCK)
signal, return video signal, or external SDI signal.
VBS IN mode: When the DC LINE switch is set to the left
ON position (camera power ON), the connector
functions as VBS IN, and the unit accepts the
GENLOCK signal or a return video signal. The input
GENLOCK signal or return video signal is supplied to
the camera’s RET2.
To output the signal to RET1, use the Setup menu
(page 21) of this unit.
SDI IN mode: When the DC LINE switch is set to the
center ON position (only this unit is on), the connector
functions as SDI IN, and the unit accepts an external
SDI signal. The SDI signal being input will be
transmitted.
Supplying a signal which does not match the mode may
cause a malfunction, such as no video transmission or
distorted video.
cREMOTE connector (8-pin)
Connect an RCP-700-series remote control panel.
The connection cable can be extended to 50 m at
maximum.
This connector cannot be used when you use the wireless
camera control functions via the WLL-RX55 using the
WRR-855A/860A tuner unit.
dAnalog interface connector (68-pin)
For data communication with an analog camera.
eDigital interface connector (68-pin)
For data communication with a digital camera.
REMOTE
VBS/SDI IN SPARE
aSPARE connector
bVBS/SDI IN connector
cREMOTE connector
dAnalog interface connector
eDigital interface connector
Note
Note

Locations and Functions of Parts
14
Back panel
aShoulder strap fitting post
Attach one end of a shoulder strap to this fitting post and
the other end to the fitting post of the camera.
bTALLY switch and lamps
With the switch set to ON, the red lamp (for red tally) or
green lamp (for green tally) lights when a tally signal from
the WLL-RX55 is received.
The operation mode of the red lamp can be changed with
the R-Back Tally setting of the Setup menu (page 21).
cDC-OUT 12V connector
To supply power (max. 200 mA) to a portable tuner, such
as the WRR-860A UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner.
Do not connect any other equipment other than a portable
tuner.
dDC-IN connector
When operating the unit (and the camera) on AC power,
connect to the AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor (optional)
using the DC output cable supplied with the AC-550/
550CE.
eBattery attachment
Attach an optional battery pack.
The AC-DN2B AC adaptor can also be attached for AC
operation.
When power is supplied to the DC-IN connector, it has
priority.
fEARPHONE jack
Connecting an earphone permits you to monitor the audio
from the microphone or the intercom. You can set the
monitor level with the Earphone setting of the Audio menu
(page 21).
gTALK swit ch
To select the voice transmission mode to the WLL-RX55:
OFF: No to send the voice of the camera operator to the
WLL-RX55.
ON: To send the voice of the camera operator to the WLL-
RX55.
REM (remote): Transmission of the camera operator’s
voice to the WLL-RX55 is turned on and off by the
VTR button on the video camera or lens or the INCOM
button of the camera.
To turn on/off the transmission of voice by the VTR button
on the video camera or lens, menu setting on the camera is
required.
Refer to the operation manual of the camera.
ON
OFFON
LINE MIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
TA L K
INCOM
AUD IO I N
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONEDC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TA L LY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
aShoulder strap fitting post
bTALLY switch and lamps
cDC-OUT 12V connector
dDC-IN connector
eBattery attachment
fEARPHONE jack
gTALK switch
hPROD/ENG switch
iINCOM connector
jLINE/MIC/+48V switches and
AUDIO IN connectors
Note
Note

Locations and Functions of Parts 15
hPROD/ENG (producer/engineer) switch
To switch the intercom line:
PROD: To select the producer line
ENG: To select the engineer line
iINCOM (intercom) connector (XLR 5-pin)
Used to connect a headset to enable receiving of program/
intercom audio and sending intercom audio.
Perform the Incom settings of the Audio menu according
to the headset to be used.
For details on the headset settings, see “Audio Menu” on
page 21.
jLINE/MIC (microphone) /+48V switches and
AUDIO IN connectors (XLR 3-pin)
Used to connect to the audio output connectors of an audio
device to be used as the line-input signal source or to
microphones.
Set the switches according to the connected device.
The left set is for channel 1 and the right set is for channel
2.
LINE (left position): Line input (–20 dB)
MIC (center position): Microphone input (no power
supply)
+48V (right position): Microphone input (supplying
+48 V phantom power to the connected microphone).
To supply +12V AB power, use the Audio menu.
The connector for channel 1 also accepts signal for
wireless camera control.
For details, see “Audio Menu” on page 21.

Attaching to the Video Camera
16
Attaching to the Video
Camera
Attach the WLL-CA55 to the video camera as shown
below so that the 68-pin connectors on both units are
connected.
Attaching to the BVP-E10-series
camera
1 Hook the upper part then push the lower connector
part securely.
2 Tighten the lock screw on the bottom of the camera.
To remove the transmitter
Loosen the screw on the bottom of the camera until it idles,
then remove the transmitter while pushing the screw.
Attaching to the BVP-950-series
camera
1 Hook the upper part then push the lower part securely.
2 Tighten the lock screw on the side panel of the camera
with a screwdriver.
BVP-E10 series
Lock screw
ON
OFF
ON
LINE MIC
+48VMIC
+48V
LINE
TALK
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TALLY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
REMOTE
VBS/SDI IN SPARE
BVP-950 series
VBS/SDI INSPARE
REMOTE
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48VMIC
+48V
LINE
TALK
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TALLY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
Lock screw

Mounting the Portable Tuner 17
To remove the transmitter
Loosen the screw on the side of the camera, then remove
the transmitter. Mounting the Portable
Tuner
Mount the WRR-855A or WRR-860A UHF synthesized
tuner unit of the wireless microphone system.
Mounting the WRR-855A
1 Remove the cover of the slot for tuner unit.
2 Observing the direction, insert the tuner unit into the
slot, then secure the screws.
After mounting, attach the antennas to the tuner unit
referring to the instructions of the tuner unit.
When using the WRR-855A for wireless camera control,
check that “Data” of the Audio menu (page 21) is set to
“Slot in.”
When using it as an audio tuner, set “CH-1” of the Audio
menu to “Slot In” after changing “Data” to “Audio 1.”
ON
F
REMOTE
VBS/SDI INSPARE
VBS/SDI INSP
ARE
REMOTE
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48VMIC
+48V
LINE
TALK
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TALLY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
Note
WRR-855A

Mounting the Portable Tuner
18
Mounting the WRR-860A
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 Betacam holder kit supplied with the
tuner unit.
(2) Attach the battery pack.
For more information about attaching the battery
pack, see “Operating on the Battery Pack” on page
19.
2 Mount the tuner unit on the mount bracket.
3 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC-OUT 12V
connector of this unit, and the audio output cable
AUDIO IN CH-1 connector.
When using the WRR-860A for wireless camera control,
set “Data” of the Audio menu (page 21) to “Audio 1.”
When using it as an audio tuner, check that “CH-1” of the
Audio menu is set to “Audio 1.”
DISPLAY
CANCELMENU
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
TAL K
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TAL LY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
DCLINETXON/CALL
ONOFF
Battery pack
Betacam holder kit
(supplied with the
WRR-860A)
Adjustment screws
Mount
bracket
Note
DISPLAY
CANCEL MENU
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
TAL K
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TAL LY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
DC LINE TX ON/CALL
ONOFF
WRR-860A
DISPLAY
CANCELMENU
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48VMIC
+48V
LINE
TAL K
INCOM
AUDIOIN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT 12V
DC-IN
TALLY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
DC LINE TX ON/CALL
ON OFF
AUDIO IN CH-1
AUDIO OU
T
DC-OUT 12V
DC IN
Set the LINE/MIC/+48V
switch for CH-1 to MIC.

Power Supply 19
Power Supply
This transmitter operates on a battery pack or AC power
(with an AC-550/550CE or AC-DN2B).
Operating on the Battery Pack
Before use, charge the battery pack with a battery charger.
The average operation time with the BP-IL75 is approx. 90
minutes.
The continuous operation time may vary depending on the
ambient temperature.
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.
When an InfoLithium battery is used, the battery charge
remaining is shown in percentage (in place of the voltage)
on the display.
Note
VBS/SDI IN SPARE
REMOTE
ON
OFF
ON
LINE MIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
T
ALK
INCOM
AUDIOIN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT12V
DC-IN
T
ALL
Y
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
LOCK
Battery pack
Align these lines.
Note
VBS/SDI IN SPARE
REMOTE
ON
OFF
ON
LINE MIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
T
ALK
INCOM
AUDIOIN
CH-1 CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT12V
DC-IN
T
ALLY
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
LOCK
“LOCK”
arrow
Matching line on
the transmitter
DISPLA
Y
CANCELMENU
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
T
ALK
INCOM
AUDIO IN
CH-1CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT12V
DC-IN
T
ALL
Y
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
DCLINETXON/CALL
ONOFF
Holding the button
in, pull the battery
pack upward.

Menu Settings
20
Operating on AC Power
Using an optional AC-550/550CE or AC-DN2B AC
adaptor, you can operate the transmitter on AC power.
When using an AC-550/550CE
Connect the transmitter to the AC power supply through
the AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor as shown below, and set
the POWER switch of the AC-550/550CE to ON.
When using the AC-DN2B AC adaptor
Mount the AC-DN2B just as you would a battery pack,
then connect to the AC power supply.
The AC-DN2B can supply power up to 150 W.
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 (upper): 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: 2452 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” (lower) and set a frequency that
does not coincide with any of the CH1 to CH7
frequencies, the channel column shows “CH-”.
Freq (lower): 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.
Note
DISPLA
Y
CANCEL MENU
ON
OFF
ON
LINEMIC
+48V
MIC
+48V
LINE
T
ALK
INCOM
AUDIOIN
CH-1CH-2
ERPHONE
DC-OUT12V
DC-IN
T
ALL
Y
OFF
REM
PROD
ENG
DC LINE TX ON/CALL
ON OFF
DC-IN
DC OUT
AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor
Power switch: ON
DC output cable
(supplied with the AC-550/550CE)
AC outlet
Menu Submenu Values (default)
Freq —CH1–CH7 (CH4)
Freq —2406–2478 MHz (2442 MHz)
RF Power —High, Low (Low)
Mode —Standard, Robust, HiPicture,
STD-LD, ROB-LD (Standard)
Interleave —Fast, Run, Walk, OFF (Fast)
Emission —OFDM, CW, OFF (OFDM)
Scramble Scramble *** (AAA)