4-425-717-13(1)Solid-State Memory CamcorderPMW-200PMW-100© 2012 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manu
Features10OverviewThe PMW-200/100 is a highly compact and high-performance XDCAM1) camcorder that uses SxS1) memory cards as recording media. The imag
Setup Menu List100Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsPropertiesExecute / CancelSelect “Execute” to display the detailed information of the planni
Setup Menu List101Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsMAC Address Display the MAC address.Net Config ResetExecute / CancelReset the “Network” sett
Setup Menu List102Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings1)If recording/playback cannot be made with an SxS memory card because it has been operated
Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices103Connecting External DevicesTo display recording/playback pictures on an external monitor, select
Operating Clips With a Computer104Connecting External DevicesA/V OUT connector (audio/video composite multiconnector)By changing the setting of “SDI/H
Operating Clips With a Computer105Connecting External DevicesTo check the connection to the camcorder1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camco
Connecting via i.LINK (FAT only)106Connecting External DevicesWhen an HDV-compatible video format (SP 1440/59.94i, SP 1440/50i, or SP 1440/23.98P) or
Connecting via i.LINK (FAT only)107Connecting External DevicesWhen the camcorder is displaying thumbnails or in playback mode, you can transfer an HDV
External Synchronization108Connecting External DevicesWhen multiple units of the camcorder are used in the same shooting location, recording can be ma
External Synchronization109Connecting External DevicesFATThe phase adjustment for the reference signal can also be made with “Genlock” (page 96) in th
Features11OverviewInterval Recording functionYou can perform intermittent recording at pre-determined intervals. This is convenient for shortening the
Important Notes on Operation110AppendicesUse and StorageDo not subject the unit to severe shock• The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body war
Important Notes on Operation111AppendicesNote on laser beamsLaser beams may damage the CMOS image sensors. If you shoot a scene that includes a laser
Formats and Limitations of Outputs112AppendicesOutput formats for the SDI OUT connectorSerial digital signals from the SDI OUT connector are output de
Formats and Limitations of Outputs113AppendicesWhen a thumbnail screen is displayed1)59.94i provided through 2-3 pulldown of 23.98P.2)50i provided thr
Formats and Limitations of Outputs114AppendicesOutput formats from the HDMI OUT connectorSerial digital signals from the HDMI OUT connector are output
Formats and Limitations of Outputs115AppendicesWhen a thumbnail screen is displayed1)59.94i provided through 2-3 pulldown of 23.98P.Output formats fro
Formats and Limitations of Outputs116AppendicesWhen you play clips recorded with the NTSC system while the “Country” is set to “PAL Area.”Some frames
Formats and Limitations of Outputs117AppendicesOutput formats from the i.LINK I/O connectorSerial digital signals from the i.LINK I/O connector are ou
Formats and Limitations of Outputs118AppendicesThe outputs from the camcorder are limited by the menu settings as follows:×: no signalLimitations of I
Formats and Limitations of Outputs119AppendicesUDF SDHD SDI & HD HDMI××× × × ×SD SDI & SD HDMI iSD SD × Composite Composite ×HD HDMI & HDV
Part Identification12OverviewFor functions and usage, see the pages in parentheses.Part IdentificationCamcorderOperation panel on the handle (page 15)
Backup Battery Replacement120AppendicesThis camcorder uses a backup battery to retain various setting data.A lithium battery (CR2032) for backup is mo
Troubleshooting121AppendicesTroubleshootingPowerSymptoms Cause RemedyThe camcorder does not power on when you set the power switch to ON.No battery pa
Troubleshooting122AppendicesExternal DevicesSymptoms Cause RemedyThe equipment connected to the camcorder via an i.LINK connection does not react as e
Error/Warning Indications123AppendicesThe camcorder informs you of situations where warning, caution, or an operation check is required, through messa
Error/Warning Indications124AppendicesBattery ErrorPlease Change BatteryAn error was detected with the battery pack.Replace the battery pack with a no
Error/Warning Indications125Appendices1)B for a HDD connected to slot B2)(B) for the card in slot BReached Clip Number LimitCopy Completed to xx/xxThe
Licenses126AppendicesANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO
About OpenSSL127AppendicesBecause it uses the OpenSSL Toolkit, this product uses software developed by the OpenSSL Project (http://www.openssl.org/).O
About OpenSSL128Appendices===================================** This product includes cryptographic * software written by Eric Young * (eay@cryptsoft.
About OpenSSL129Appendices* OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY * OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, * EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE * POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.**
Part Identification13Overview1. Lens hoodPMW-200AttachInsert the hood by aligning it with the mark on the camcorder and hood, and turn the hood clockw
Specifications130AppendicesMassPMW-200Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1.1 oz) (Camcorder only)Approx. 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz) (With lens hood (1), eyecup (1), batter
Specifications131AppendicesFATHQ 1920 mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps / VBRHQ 1440 mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps / VBRHQ 1280 mode: MPEG-2 MP@HL, 35Mbps / VBR
Specifications132AppendicesWhen using SBP-64 / SBS-64G1A (64GB): Approx. 280 minutesWhen using SBP-32 / SBS-32G1A (32GB): Approx. 140 minutesWhen usin
Specifications133AppendicesMinimum subject illuminationPMW-200: 0.12 lx (typical) (1920 × 1080/59.94i, F1.9, +18 dB, 64-frame accumulation)PMW-100: 0.
Specifications134AppendicesViewfinderPMW-200: 0.45-inch color LCD: 852 (H) × 480 (V), 16:9PMW-100: 0.24-inch color LCD: 392 (H) × 224 (V), 16:9LCD mon
Specifications135AppendicesSBAC-US10Media AdaptorQDA-EX1 (for XQD memory cards)MEAD-MS01 (for “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo” HX series)MEAD-SD01 (for SDHC
Index136AppendixesNumerics23.98P Output 89AA/V OUT connector 104AC Adaptor 21AC Power 22ACCESS lamps 25AGC mode 40All Reset 94All-Clip thumbnai
Index137AppendixesExposure 41, 85ExpressCard slot 104External Hard Disk 27External Input Signals 107External Monitors 103External Synchronization
Index138AppendixesPP.Cache Rec 83PAUSE 71, 72Peaking 42, 89PEAKING button 42PHU-220R 27Picture Cache Recording 50Picture Profiles 52Plan.Metada
Index139AppendixesWide Conversion 43, 85wide-conversion lens 43Wi-Fi 101Wi-Fi Adapter 32XXQD Memory Cards 29ZZebra 40, 90zebra pattern 40Zoom
Part Identification14Overview1. Viewfinder (page 23)How to attach the EVF large eyecupPMW-200Stretch the EVF large eyecup for attaching to the viewfin
Part Identification15Overview13. Eyepiece focusing knob (PMW-200 only) (page 23)Operation panel on the handle1. PLAY/PAUSE button (page 65)2. F REV (f
Part Identification16OverviewSide operation panel1. FOCUS (focus adjustment mode) switch (PMW-100 only) (page 42)2. PUSH AF (momentary auto focus) but
Part Identification17OverviewRear connector panel1. USB connector (Mini B)2. i.LINK (HDV/DV) connector (4-pin, S400 conforming to IEEE1394) (page 103)
Part Identification18Overview3. Backup battery holder (page 120)The buttons without remarks can be used in the same manner as the corresponding button
On-Screen Indications19OverviewWhile recording (or standing by to record), pressing the DISPLAY button displays the statuses and settings of this unit
2To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. R
On-Screen Indications20Overview8. Wide-conversion lens setting indicator [M] (page 85)Displayed when Wide Conversion of the CAMERA SET menu is set to
Power Supply21PreparationsYou can use a battery pack or AC power via an AC adaptor.For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and AC adaptor listed b
Setting the Clock22PreparationsConnection example: when connecting BC-U11 Connect the DC power output cable of the BC-U1 to the DC IN connector of the
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder23PreparationsThe LCD monitor turns on when it is opened and turns off when it is returned to the park positio
Using the IR Remote Commander24PreparationsBefore useBefore you use the supplied IR Remote Commander for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet
Using SxS Memory Cards25PreparationsThis camcorder records audio and video on SxS memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots.Usable SxS memory
Using SxS Memory Cards26PreparationsWhen SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button (page 16) to select the
Using an External Hard Disk27PreparationsDuring restoration, the in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp is lit in r
Using an External Hard Disk28Preparations2 Fit the bottom plate (spring type) into the auxiliary shoe.Insert the bottom plate from the end where the t
Using Other Media29PreparationsTo restore the hard diskSelect “Execute” via the up/down/left/right buttons or the jog dial, then press the SEL/SET but
3For the customers in EuropeThis product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community.Compli
Using Other Media30PreparationsNoteWhen formatting, all data in an XQD memory card—including protected images—are erased and cannot be restored.Connec
Using Other Media31PreparationsNotes• Use USB flash drives with a capacity of 4 GB to 32 GB.• USB flash drives other than those listed above may not b
Using a Wi-Fi Adapter (PMW-200 only)32PreparationsMounting an optional CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi Adapter on this camcorder allows a Wi-Fi connection between a co
Using a Wi-Fi Adapter (PMW-200 only)33PreparationsTwo types of Wi-Fi connections are available. In “ad-hoc mode”, you can make a peer-to-peer Wi-Fi co
Using a Wi-Fi Adapter (PMW-200 only)34Preparations8 Set the Set item to [Execute] and press the MENU knob.The message “Wi-Fi Setting Executing…” appea
Using a Wi-Fi Adapter (PMW-200 only)35PreparationsTo display the Web menu1 Launch a browser on the computer, and navigate to “http://<camcorder’s I
Basic Operation Procedure36RecordingPreparations1 Mount a fully charged battery pack.2 Load SxS memory card(s).If you load two cards, recording is con
Basic Operation Procedure37Recording“White Balance” on page 39AF (Auto Focus) is not activated by setting the camcorder to Full Auto mode.For informat
Changing Basic Settings38RecordingYou can make changes to the settings based on the intended usage of the recorded video or recording conditions.Selec
Changing Basic Settings39RecordingClear: ND filter not usedYou can select the adjustment mode according to the shooting conditions.Preset modeThe co
4No caso de vazamento da pilha, evite o contato com a mesma. Lave qualquer parte do corpo afetado com água abundante. Ocorrendo irritação, procure aux
Changing Basic Settings40Recording• When NightShot mode is set to “On,” auto white balance cannot be performed. (PMW-100 only)• If auto white balance
Changing Basic Settings41RecordingNotes• When the Direct menu is in Part mode, you cannot turn the shutter on/off with the Direct menu if the SHUTTER
Changing Basic Settings42RecordingPMW-100: Setting the FOCUS/ZOOM switch (page 13) to the ZOOM position activates ZOOM adjustment via the lens operati
Changing Basic Settings43RecordingPMW-100: Set the FOCUS/ZOOM switch (page 13) to FOCUS and the FOCUS switch (page 16) to MANUAL.PMW-200: Slide the fo
Changing Basic Settings44RecordingSetting the shutter speed according to the power-supply frequencyActivate the electronic shutter (page 40) and set t
Recording Audio Signals45RecordingFour channels (CH-1/CH-2/CH-3/CH-4) of audio can be recorded (Linear PCM recording) in synchronization with video re
Useful Functions46RecordingTo adjust the levels manuallySet the AUDIO SELECT switches CH-1 and CH-2 to MANUAL and adjust the audio recording levels by
Useful Functions47Recordingan assignable button (page 48), you can also use that button.For operations to add shot marks after recording, see “Adding
Useful Functions48Recording• The Setup and PICTURE PROFILE menus cannot be operated during Rec Review.The camcorder has assignable buttons (five for P
Useful Functions49Recording• Frame Recording mode cannot be used when the items “DVCAM” or “HDV” are set for “SDI/HDMI/i.LINK I/O Select” (page 88) in
Table of Contents5OverviewFeatures ... 10Part Identification ...
Useful Functions50RecordingRestricted OperationsIf you perform any of the following operations while recording or standing by to record, 1 continuous
Useful Functions51RecordingNotes• Slow & Quick Motion recording cannot be used in SD Mode.• Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set to “On” simultan
Useful Functions52RecordingYou can customize the picture quality, depending on the conditions or circumstances of recording, and store settings as a p
Useful Functions53RecordingPicture Profile ItemsThe values when “Off” is selected at “SEL” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu are shown in bold face (example
Useful Functions54RecordingColor Correction(PMW-200 only)Adjusting the color phase in a specific area (Unselectable when “Multi Matrix” is selected in
Useful Functions55RecordingHD DetailAdjusting the details to be applied to the picture in HD ModeSettingOn / OffSet to “On” to apply the details to th
Useful Functions56RecordingSD DetailAdjusting the details to be applied to the picture in SD ModeSettingOn / OffSet to “On” to apply the details to th
Useful Functions57RecordingWidth0 to 90 (40)Adjust the width of the color phase of the target area for Skin Tone Detail control.NoteWhen Area Detectio
Useful Functions58Recording1)The Area Indication “On”/“Off” setting is common to all picture profiles PP1 to PP6.2)To execute “Color Detection” or “Ar
Useful Functions59RecordingWhile standing by to record, the Last Clip DEL function for deleting the last recorded clip and the All Clips DEL function
Table of Contents6Using a Wi-Fi Adapter (PMW-200 only) ... 32Fixing the CBK-WA01 ...
Useful Functions60Recording2 Select “Recall” in “Camera Data” (page 94) in the OTHERS menu, then select “EXECUTE.”An in-progress message is displayed
Useful Functions61Recordingdate of file creation, and the titles specified in the file. Select “Properties” in “Plan.Metadata” (page 99) in the OTHERS
Useful Functions62RecordingDefining Shot Mark names in Planning MetadataWhen you record shot mark 1 or shot mark 2, you can apply a name to the shot m
Thumbnail Screens63PlaybackWhen you press the THUMBNAIL button (page 15), clips recorded on the SxS memory card are displayed as thumbnails on the scr
Thumbnail Screens64Playback4. Lock mark (UDF and FAT HD Mode only)UDF: A lock mark appears if the selected clip is locked.FAT HD Mode: A lock mark app
Playing Clips65PlaybackFor playback operations, use the playback control buttons on the handle (page 15). When the IR Remote Commander is enabled, you
Clip Operations66PlaybackIn Normal playback mode, you can monitor the recorded audio signals through the built-in speaker (page 14) or connected headp
Clip Operations67PlaybackNoteSelectable menu items are limited in SD Mode.Use the up/down/left/right buttons or the jog dial to select a menu item, th
Clip Operations68PlaybackSelect “DISP CLIP INFO” from a Clip Operation menu.1. Image of the current clip2. Image of the previous clipPress the PREV bu
Clip Operations69PlaybackYou can add an OK/NG/KP flag to clips recorded in UDF. By adding flags, you can set the camcorder to display only clips with
Table of Contents7PlaybackThumbnail Screens ... 63Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen
Clip Operations70PlaybackYou can delete clips from the SxS memory card.Select “DELETE CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu.NoteClips with an OK mark and
Clip Operations71PlaybackEXPAND CLIP screen in FAT SD ModeDetailed information for the clip is displayed at the bottom of the screen.The items other t
Clip Operations72PlaybackSHOT MARK screen example (when ALL MARKS is selected)The detailed information of the clip is displayed at the bottom of the s
Clip Operations73PlaybackIn FAT HD Mode, you can divide a clip into two different clips at the frame you select on the EXPAND CLIP screen (page 70) or
Showing the Status Screens74Status DisplaysPress the STATUS button (page 15) to display status screens on the LCD monitor/EVF screen/external video mo
Showing the Status Screens75Status DisplaysOutput CH: External output/headphone outputDepending on the setting of “Output CH” in “Audio Output” in the
Showing the Status Screens76Status DisplaysBattery: Battery charge remainingThe remaining charge level of the mounted battery pack is displayed.Charge
Overview of the Setup Menus77Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsPress the MENU button to display setup menus on the LCD monitor/EVF screen with s
Basic Menu Operations78Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Menu controlsMENU button (page 15)To turn Menu mode to use Setup menus on/off.Up/Down/
Basic Menu Operations79Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsSetting the Setup menusRotate the jog dial or press the up/down/left/right buttons to s
Table of Contents8CAMERA SET Menu ... 80AUDIO SET Menu ...
Setup Menu List80Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsThe functions and available settings of menus are listed below.The default settings set at th
Setup Menu List81Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsSLS/EX SLS(PMW-100 only)Setting the Slow Shutter mode/Supersensitized Slow Shutter modeSettin
Setup Menu List82Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsFlicker ReduceSetting Flicker CompensationModeAuto / On / OffSet the operation of the Flicker
Setup Menu List83Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsInterval RecSetting the Interval Recording functionSettingOn / OffTurn the Interval Recording
Setup Menu List84Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTLCSSetting the Total Level Control System (auto adjustment system of gain, exposure and shut
Setup Menu List85Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsATW SpeedSetting for Auto Tracing White Balance1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Set the tracing speed of ATW
Setup Menu List86Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsAUDIO SET MenuAUDIO SET Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsAudio InputSetting for
Setup Menu List87Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsCH3&4 AGC ModeMono / Stereo / OffSelect auto tuning for the input level of an analog audi
Setup Menu List88Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsVIDEO SET MenuVIDEO SETMenu items Setting values ContentsInput Source SelectSetting the input
Setup Menu List89Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsDown ConverterSelecting the operation mode of the down converterSqueeze / Letterbox / Edge Cr
Table of Contents9Internal Microphone ... 134Media Slot Block ...
Setup Menu List90Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsMarkerSetting the markers added to pictures on the LCD monitor/EVF screen[M]SettingOn / OffTu
Setup Menu List91Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTimecodeOn / OffTurn the time data (timecode, user bits, duration) indication on/off.Battery
Setup Menu List92Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTC/UB SET MenuTC/UB SET Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsTimecodeSetting the ti
Setup Menu List93Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTC FormatSetting the time code formatDF / NDF Set the timecode format.DF: Drop frameNDF: Non
Setup Menu List94Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsOTHERS MenuOTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values ContentsAll ResetResetting to the fa
Setup Menu List95Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsAssign ButtonAssigning functions to the assignable buttonsPMW-100: <1> to <4>PMW-
Setup Menu List96Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsTallySetting the tally lampsFrontHigh / Low / OffSet the brightness of the tally lamp.High: T
Setup Menu List97Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsSystemCountryNTSC Area / NTSC(J) Area / PAL Ar eaSelect the area of use and setup ON/OFF sett
Setup Menu List98Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsClipSetting for clip name or deletionAuto NamingC**** / Title / PlanSelect the method to spec
Setup Menu List99Menu Configuration and Detailed SettingsUnlock All ClipsExecute/CancelSelect “Execute” to remove protection from all clips. (UDF only
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