XDCAM HD422 Family

PDW-F800/PDW-700
XDCAM HD422 Camcorder

PDW-F1600/PDW-HD1500
XDCAM HD422 Recording Deck

PDW-HR1
XDCAM HD422 Field Station

PDW-U2/PDW-U1
XDCAM Drive Unit
Setting a New Benchmark:
XDCAM HD422 Takes the Lead in
File-based Production
Since its introduction in 2003, Sony’s XDCAM™ Series has been embraced around the world
for its file-based recording capability utilizing high-capacity and reliable Professional Disc™
media. Within this series, top-of-the-line XDCAM HD422 products were introduced in 2008;
today, they represent an ever-expanding range that delivers a brilliant image resolution of
1920 x 1080 and eight-channel 24-bit uncompressed audio. With fast file-based operation
and outstanding picture quality, XDCAM HD422 products are ideal for applications such as
news gathering, when speed is a key concern, and invaluable when a high-quality
impression is crucial, for example in the production of TV dramas, documentaries, and
mainstream entertainment programs. In 2010, file-based operation was further enhanced
with SxS Pro and SxS-1 memory media, while file interoperability was also maintained.

XDCAM HD422 Series

PDW-F800 PDW-F1600
PDW-700 PDW-HR1 PDW-HD1500
Professional Disc Camcorder Field Station Recording Deck XDCAM Archive

XDS-PD2000
PDW-U2 XDS-PD1000 PDJ-A640
PMW-500 PDW-U1 XDS-1000 PDJ-C1080
SxS Memory Camcorder Drive Unit Professional Media Station Cart

PFD50DLA/PFD23A PFD128QLW
Professional Disc Professional Disc Write Once

Acquisition Ingest Edit Playout Archive

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XDCAM HD422 - At the Top of the XDCAM Series

Sony is proud to introduce the XDCAM HD422 lineup as its top-of-the-line products in the XDCAM Series.
These powerful tools provide stunning, high-quality recording in both image and audio, as well as versatile
operation enabled by a range of interfaces.

HD 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 Recording High-quality Uncompressed Audio

Using the MPEG HD422 Codec Recording
XDCAM HD422 products record and play back high- In addition to HD video recording, eight-channel high-
definition video with 1920 x 1080 and 1280 x 720 quality audio is an equally significant feature in the
resolutions using MPEG HD422 compression, which XDCAM HD422 system. The PDW-F1600/HD1500 has eight
employs MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression technology. audio channels (HD-SDI), while the PDW-F800/700
Data rates of up to 50 Mbps are used for recording, camcorder has four audio channels. Both can record
providing the highest picture quality in the XDCAM Series 24-bit, 48 kHz uncompressed audio on each channel.
while keeping data size as low as possible for easy
transfer and transmission. Moreover, the MPEG HD422 Up/down- and Cross-conversion
codec is based on industry-standard MPEG Capability
compression, offering high compatibility with many other
devices such as nonlinear editing systems. XDCAM HD422 products come equipped with powerful
up/down- and cross-conversion systems, which provide
Wide Choice of Video Formats: Interlace great operational flexibility. Conversions can be done via
and Progressive HD-SDI input*1/output, SD-SDI input*2/output and
composite input*2/output.
XDCAM HD422 products offer a wide choice of video *1: The PDW-F800/700 requires an optional CBK-HD01 board.
*2: The PDW-F800/700 requires an optional CBK-SC02 board.
formats for different frame rates and scanning modes. *1 *2: The PMW-500 requires an optional CBK-HD02 board.
They include 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, and 23.98p*1 in a
XDCAM HD422 Format Conversion Capability on
resolution of 1920 x 1080, and 59.94p and 50p in 1280 x PDW-F800/700/F1600/HD1500, and HR1
720.
Input*1 Multi-format Converter Output
*1: The PDW-700 requires the CBKZ-FC02 key. The PDW-HD1500 requires the PDBK-F1500
hardware key. HD Recording
HD HD
1080i 1080i
A Variety of Selectable Recording Modes HD Cross-conversion
Output
720P 720P
and Video Formats
Up-conversion Up-conversion Down-conversion
In addition to high-quality MPEG HD422 50-Mbps mode, Recording Output Output
the XDCAM HD422 lineup can record and play back
videos at different bit rates and in a variety of video SD SD SD
formats. In terms of the common system frequency, clips SD Recording*2

recorded in different formats can be recorded on a

single disc*1.
*1: When playing back across clips recorded in different recording formats, video and *1: Optional boards are required for signal input: CBK-HD01 or CBK-SC02 (PDW-F800/700);
audio playback may stop and then restart at the point where formats change. CBK-HD02 (PMW-500). Please refer to P12: Pool-feed Operation.
*2: Optional hardware keys are required: CBKZ-MD01 (PDW-700); PDBK-S1500 or PDBK-F1500
(PDW-HD1500); CBK-MD01 (PMW-500).
*1 *2: The PMW-500 can record the cross-converted or HD up-converted signal after it is
processed at input stage. Yet, there is no cross-conversion nor HD up-conversion at
output stage. The SD down-conversion is provided at output stage.
XDCAM HD 422 Recording/Playback Specifications
Bit Rate Audio Recording Time (Unit: Minutes)
Mode (Codec) Number of Pixels Audio Bits Y/C Sampling Frame Frequency
(Mbps) Channels PFD23A 23.3 GB PFD50DLA 50 GB SxS-1*8 64 GB
1920 x 1080 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p*4
MPEG HD422
50 24 8*3 4:2:2 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p* , 25p* ,
6 6 Approx. 43 Approx. 95 Approx. 120
(MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL) 1280 x 720
23.98p (Pull-down)*7
1920 x 1080* 6
- - Approx. 200
4
35 more than 65 more than 145 Approx. 180
2*2*5 more than 68 more than 150 -
16 4 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p*4 Approx. 85 Approx. 190 Approx. 280
MPEG HD 1440 x 1080 25
2*2*5 4:2:0 Approx. 90 Approx. 200 -
(MPEG-2 MP@HL)
4 more than 112 more than 248 -
18*2*5
2 more than 122 more than 265 -
35 59.94p, 50p, 29.97p* , 25p* ,
6 6 more than 65 more than 145 Approx. 180
1280 x 720 16 4
25*5 23.98p (Pull-down) Approx. 85 Approx. 190 -
24 4
50 Approx. 45 Approx. 100 Approx. 120
16 8* 3

MPEG IMX*1 720 x 480 (NTSC) 24 4 -

40*5 4:2:2 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p*6, 25p*6 Approx. 55 Approx. 120
(MPEG-2 4:2:2P@ML) 720 x 576 (PAL) 16 8*3 -
24 4 -
30*5 Approx. 68 Approx. 150
16 8* 3
-
720 x 480 (NTSC) 4:1:1 (NTSC)
DVCAM*1 25 16 4 59.94i, 50i, 29.97p*6, 25p*6 Approx. 85 Approx. 185 Approx. 220
720 x 576 (PAL) 4:2:0 (PAL)
*1: Optional hardware keys are required: CBKZ-MD01 (PDW-700); PDBK-S1500 or PDBK-F1500 (PDW-HD1500); CBK-MD01 (PMW-500).
*2: For the PDW-700/F800, playback is only available.
*3: Up to four-channel with the PDW-F800/700 and PMW-500.
*4: Optional hardware keys are required: CBKZ-FC02 (PDW-700); PDBK-F1500 (PDW-HD1500).
*5: Only in the PDW-700/F800 (not available in the PMW-500).
*6: Only in the PMW-500 (not available in the PDW-700/F800).
*7: Pull-down recording is only in the PDW-700/F800. The PMW-500 has 23.98p recording.
*8: The PMW-500 has two recording modes (UDF and FAT), and recording times may vary.

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Powerful Nonlinear Recording - Dual-channel Head System (DCHS) Drive
Professional Disc Media
The PDW-U2 and XDCAM Station Series (XDS-1000/
PD1000/PD2000) adopt the Dual-channel Head System
(DCHS) for their Professional Disc drive. The DCHS drive is
equipped with two optics on one head. This realizes
higher transfer speeds in a more compact size and with
lower power consumption compared with a drive with
two optical heads.

PFD128QLW PFD50DLA PFD23A

Media characteristics are critical to video production

workflow. Sony’s Professional Disc media are highly
reliable yet cost effective, and specifically developed
with utmost consideration for professional recording
applications.
n PFD50DLA 50 GB disc and PFD23A 23 GB disc
PFD128QLW*1 128 GB disc (Write Once)
n Split-second random access High transfer speeds give a significant boost to ingest,
n No need to cue up when starting recording edit, and archive workflows.
n Long recording times: in MPEG HD422, up to 95
minutes (50 Mbps) with the PFD50DLA, up to 240 File Read Speed Comparison*
300 Mbps
minutes (50 Mbps) with the PFD128QLW*2
n Outstanding archival life Conventional
1 Head Drive 120 Mbps
n No mechanical contact between disc and optical
pickup - achieving high durability for rewriting
n Phase change recording - effective against erosion
caused by ultraviolet rays DCHS Drive
n Robust against any degradation caused by ultraviolet 330 Mbps

rays or ambient storage conditions

n Packaged in an extremely durable, dust-resistant and * Drive performance.

Easy-to-handle cartridge

Professional Disc Specifications

SxS Memory Cards Combine High Transfer
PFD128QLW PFD50DLA PFD23A
Speeds and High Reliability
Dimension 129 x 131 x 9 mm (5 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 3/8 inches)
Mass 90 g (3 oz)
The PMW-500, XDCAM Station Series, and PDW-HR1with
Media type Write Once Rewritable the PDBK-MK1 all accept the SxS memory card. These
Capacity*3 128 GB 50 GB 23.3 GB products can handle the same files as current
Transfer rate*4 max.144 Mbps max. 86 Mbps
(with a single pickup) Professional Disc products and XDCAM EX products.
Read cycles more than 1,000,000 Both SxS PRO™ and SxS-1™*1 memory cards use the PCI
Rewrite cycles 1*5 more than 1,000
Express interface to achieve an extremely high data-
Recording format Phase-change recording
Estimated archival life*6 50 years
transfer speed of 1.2 Gbps via SBS-64G1A/32G1A and
*1: The PFD128QLW can only be used with the PDW-U2 and XDCAM Station Series 800 Mbps via the other SxS memory cards.
(XDS-1000/PD1000/PD2000). These cards can resist considerable shock (1500 G) and
*2: Recordable time may vary according to the total number of recorded files, and
recording conditions. vibration (15 G). Also, a unique Salvage function serves
*3: A portion of the user data area will be used for data management.
to restore content damaged by power loss or memory
This total user area may vary.
*4: Transfer rate varies according to product and recording format. disconnection during recording*2.
*5: Additional recording is supported prior to finalizing the disc.
*1: SxS-1 memory cards support fewer re-writes than SxS PRO memory cards. Notification is
*6: Estimated from Sony’s accelerated test.
given when an SxS-1 memory card approaches its end of life.
*2: In some cases, images recorded just before an accident may not be restored (several
seconds). No warranty is given on always achieving content restoration.

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Data File Recording via User Data Folder File-based Search Operation
Professional Disc media formatted by XDCAM HD422 The XDCAM HD422 Series comes with the following
products*1 can be used for data storage. As well as functions which further facilitate the search process:
XDCAM AV files, every type of PC file can be recorded n Thumbnail Search operation and an Expand function,
onto the disc’s User Data folder, allowing users to deliver allowing users to search for materials using thumbnails
and archive precious AV content with related materials. as a visual reference.
*1: This capacity is up to 21.5 GB (PFD23A) or 46.4 GB (PFD50DLA). Discs formatted by
Thumbnail Search
XDCAM SD and XDCAM HD products do not support this capability but include 500 MB
of general data area.

File Format for Content Exchange and

Sharing: Material eXchange Format (MXF)
In Sony’s XDCAM Series, recordings are made as data
files in the industry-standard MXF (Material eXchange Expand Function
Format) file format, which is compliant with SMPTE 378M
(OP-1a). This allows material to be handled with great n Clip Filtering*1: can use Clipflag, Planning Metadata,
flexibility in an IT-based environment - it is easily available and the AV format to sort desired clips.
for copying, transferring, sharing, and archiving. *1: Clip Filtering is not available in the XDCAM Station. Sorting by metadata and format is
not available in the PMW-500.

IT/Network Friendly Local Language Support*1

XDCAM HD422 Professional Disc camcorders and decks
A number of fonts for local languages can be used in
come equipped with IT-friendly, computer-based
Clip/Disc Properties. Supported languages include:
interfaces for transferring material. These include an
Chinese, German, French, Korean, Spanish, Russian,
i.LINK™*1 interface supporting File Access mode and an
Japanese, and more.
Ethernet interface. Equipped with a Direct FTP function, *1: The applicable language depends on the products. These languages are only
XDCAM HD422 camcorders and decks can transfer files available in the PDW-700/F800/HD1500/F1600.
Japanese and Korean are not available in the PMW-500.
via Ethernet without a PC.
*1: i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product is equipped with an
IEEE 1394 connector. Not all products with an i.LINK connector may communicate with
each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an
i.LINK connector for information on compatibility, operating conditions, and proper
connection.

Selectable Modes of File Recording

XDCAM HD422 products provide two types of file
recording mode. In standard operation, one clip file is
created each time recording is started and stopped. In
the other mode, called Clip Continuous REC mode, one
clip file can be created at the user’s discretion. Although
it is a single clip, Thumbnail Search operation and the
Expand function are available just as if individual clips
were created. Users can choose the most suitable mode
depending on the type of application.

Normal Mode
REC START REC START REC START
Clip 1 Clip 2 Clip 3

Clip Continuous REC Mode

REC START REC START REC START
Take 1 Take 2 Take 3
Clip 1

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EDL-based Editing - Metadata
Scene Selection Function
All XDCAM HD422 products are capable of recording a
The Scene Selection function allows simple cuts-only variety of metadata, which provides a huge advantage
editing*1 to be performed within the camcorder or deck when searching for specific data after an initial
itself. The result of these edits can be saved as an recording has been made. Information such as
XDCAM EDL (also called a Clip List), which can be production dates, creator names, and camera setup
written back to the original disc so as to stay with the parameters can be saved together with the AV material.
material. This makes it possible to organize and search through all
*1: The video and audio of a clip cannot be edited independently. recordings effectively. One particular metadata, called
EssenceMark™ (Shot Mark), is a convenient reference
that can be added to desired frames to make them
easy to recall in subsequent editing processes. Clipflag
is another convenient metadata which users can add to
their desired clips as “OK”, “NG” (No Good) or “KP”
(Keep). This simplifies efficient clip management,
enabling for example batch ingesting of OK clips or
deletion of all NG clips.

XDCAM Workflow:
Rapid Cuts-only Editing and Partial Transfer

Proxy Data 1 Proxy Data can be downloaded at an amazingly high speed.

Users can easily find required material by referring to
At the same time as recording high-resolution video and metadata.
audio data, a low-resolution version of this AV data 2 Users can quickly make a storyboard using the XDCAM
(called Proxy Data) is recorded on the same disc. Proxy Browser. Storyboarding can now be performed in the field
Data is much smaller in size, can be transferred at an with just a mid-specification notebook computer, because
amazingly high speed, easily browsed and simply edited Proxy Data is so light in size. Storyboard data (the Clip List) is
using the XDCAM Browser (or compatible editing recorded back to Professional Disc media.
software offered by many other industry-leading 3 If required, only the parts necessary for the storyboard are
manufacturers). transferred to the editing system. XDCAM HD422 products
can transfer materials to NLE systems in remote locations via
Ethernet. Users can also transfer material to a VTR using an
HD-SDI interface.

Materials on Professional Disc

Sub

Rapid-cuts-only Editing

Edit

XDCAM Browser

Clip

High-resolution data, Proxy Data, and the Clip List are separately
NLE or VTR
recorded (to the Clip folder, Sub folder, and Edit folder, respectively).
There are also a General folder and a User Data folder, both of
which can be used to record any type of PC file.

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XMPilot:
Workflow Empowered by XDCAM Metadata
Before shooting starts, users can import the metadata Users can make a PC file of Planning Metadata,
that will be used. This type of metadata is named including clip names and EssenceMarks™, and import
Planning Metadata, and it includes information about this file to camcorders via Ethernet, USB memory, or
the clips to be shot. It diminishes the time and effort of smartphones *1.
inputting metadata at a location, thus achieving a *1: Requires the optional CBK-WA01 adapter and CBKZ-UPG01 software key.

smooth interface with post-production and archiving.

Planning Metadata Upload Using CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi Adapter

Wi-Fi CBK-WA01

PDW-F800/700
and CBKZ-UPG01
Makes PMW-500 and CBK-UPG01
Planning Metadata
on PC

Wi-Fi CBK-WA01
3G/GSM
Mobile Network Smartphone PDW-F800/700
and CBKZ-UPG01
PMW-500 and CBK-UPG01

Live Viewing and Logging

View live video on a PC or smartphone. Users can set the Planning Metadata Add-in software
EssenceMark™ to OK, KP (Keep), or NG (No Good) during shooting. • Create Planning Metadata via Microsoft Outlook
• Transfers Planning Metadata directly to a camcorder via
Field Mobile Shot wi-fi
Wi-Fi (802. 11b/g/n) • Transfers Planning Metadata to smartphones or other
EssenceMark devices on email
Proxy Video/Audio
XDCAM Browser (support planned later in 2011)
• Create Planning Metadata
OK
• Transfers Planning Metadata directly to a camcorder via
wi-fi
• Live viewing with the ability to set the EssenceMark™
during shooting
• EssenceMark NG
• OK/KP/NG XMPilot Toolkit (SDK) For XMPilot Application Developers
• Comment... Sony supplies the XMPilot Toolkit for XMPilot application
software development.
Live Viewing EssenceMark Stamp Camcorder Set Shot Marks/Status Flags The XDCAM Toolkit covers the following functions:
• Metadata creation and transfer
• Mobile applications for smartphones
• Ingest software
For information about Sony’s XMPilot Toolkit license
contract, please contact:
[email protected]

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Multi-format
Production Camcorder
PDW-F800
EFP/ENG-oriented yet
Versatile Camcorder
PDW-700

PDW-F800 Features

1080/23.98p and
SD Recording as Standard
The PDW-F800 is a multi-format and versatile camcorder
that is ideal for cinema and TV drama production as well
as ENG applications.

Slow & Quick Motion Function

The PDW-F800 offers a powerful Slow & Quick Motion
function that enables users to create elegant fast- and
slow-motion footage - commonly known in film shooting
as over- and under-cranking.

PDW-F800 Slow & Quick Motion Focus Assist Function

Format Capturing Slow & Quick Motion
A Focus Assist Indicator is a helpful tool for manual focus
1080/23.98p 1p to 48p in 1p increments 1/2x (slow) to 24x (quick)
adjustments. A bar graph indicator is displayed at the
1080/25p 1p to 50p in 1p increments 1/2x (slow) to 25x (quick)
bottom or in other positions of the viewfinder frame,
1080/29.97p 1p to 59.94p in 1p increments 1/2x (slow) to 30x (quick)
enabling users to make more accurate and fine focus
The Slow & Quick Motion function is available in MPEG HD422 mode only. Audio recording
is not supported with the Slow & Quick Motion function. The following features cannot
adjustments.
function with Slow & Quick Motion:
1. Picture Cache Recording
2. Interval Recording
Image Inverter Function
3. Disc Exchange Cache
4. Clip Continuous Recording The Image Inverter function allows the use of a variety of
5. Live logging
image-inverting lenses, anamorphic lens adaptors, and
cinema lenses with 2/3-inch adaptors.
User Gamma
The PDW-F800 allows users to customize gamma curves
with the supplied CvpFileEditor software for Windows PCs.
An easy GUI enables users to change the shape of the
gamma curve; they can then load this curve into the
camcorder via Memory Stick™, Memory Stick PRO™, or
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media.

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PDW-F800 and PDW-700 Common Features

2/3-inch-type Three HD High-quality 24-bit Audio Recording

Power HAD FX CCDs
The PDW-F800/700 records uncompressed four-channel,
The PDW-F800/700 is equipped with three 2/3-inch type 24-bit audio (MPEG HD422 mode). It is also equipped
2.2-megapixel full HD progressive CCDs, which are also with a range of audio interfaces.
used in the well-proven HDC-1500 Sony Multi-format HD
Camera. Based on Sony’s Power HAD™ FX sensor Well-balanced Compact Body
technology and the latest on-chip lens structure, this
CCD offers a high sensitivity of F11 at 59.94 Hz (F12 at The PDW-F800/700 is designed to be very compact and
50 Hz) and an excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 59 dB in ergonomically well balanced, providing a high level of
Noise Suppression (NS) mode, mobility and comfort in various shooting situations. It
which helps to reduce the weighs only 6.0 kg (13 lb 4 oz) including the HDVF-20A
high-frequency noise viewfinder, the ECM-680S microphone, the PFD50DLA disc
elements of video and the BP-GL95A battery pack.
signals using Sony’s
advanced digital Shock- and Dust-resistant Disc Drive
processing technology.
To minimize errors caused by shock or dust entering the
disc drive, the PDW-F800/700 has several unique ways of
providing operational resistance to such factors. The disc
drive entrance is concealed by two lids, helping to
14-bit A/D Conversion prevent any dust from entering the drive. In addition, four
The PDW-F800/700 incorporates a high-performance rubber dampers are used to hold the disc drive block in
14-bit A/D converter that enables images captured by place and to absorb shocks that would otherwise go
the high-performance CCDs to be processed with into the disc drive.
maximum precision. In particular, this high-resolution A/D
conversion allows the gradation in mid-to-dark-tone Viewfinders*1
areas of the picture to be faithfully reproduced. Thanks to
Two types of optional viewfinder are available for users:
the 14-bit A/D converter, pre-knee signal compression in
HDVF-20A and HDVF-200 2.0-inch*2 monochrome
highlighted areas can be eliminated, and the camera
viewfinders and HDVF-C30WR 2.7-inch*2 and HDVF-C35W
can clearly reproduce a high-luminance subject at a
3.5-inch*2 color viewfinders.
600% dynamic range. *1: No viewfinder is supplied with the PDW-F800/700.
*2: Viewable area measured diagonally.

State-of-the-art DSP LSI

The newly developed DSP (Digital Signal Processing) LSI
is the heart of the image-processing device of the
PDW-F800/700 camcorder. In conjunction with the 14-bit
A/D converter, it reproduces images captured by the
CCD at maximum quality. In addition, on its large-scale
logic circuits, this DSP comes with a variety of image-
HDVF-C30WR HDVF-C35W
correction capabilities, some of which used to be on
analog circuits, allowing for stable image correction.
Moreover, a newly incorporated function - Automatic
Lens Aberration Compensation*1 - can optimize lens
performance to provide stunning picture quality.
*1: Works only with applicable lenses. Please contact lens manufacturers for details.

Supported Recording Formats - HD/SD and HDVF-20A HDVF-200

Interlace/Progressive
One of the big appeals of the PDW-F800/700 is its highly
flexible multi-format recording capability. Users can
select a recording format from HD (MPEG HD422 and
MPEG HD) and SD (MPEG IMX™*1 and DVCAM™*1), in a
variety of frame frequencies (as shown in the table on
page 4).
*1: The PDW-700 requires an optional CBKZ-MD01 key.

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Wide Choice of Audio Options*1 Interval Recording
The PDW-F800/700 is compatible with a variety of The PDW-F800/700 offers an Interval Recording function
microphones. Three shotgun-type microphones, the which intermittently records signals at pre-determined
ECM-680S, ECM-678, and ECM-674, are available as intervals. This is convenient for shooting over long periods
options. The ECM-680S can operate in either stereo or of time, and also when creating pictures with special
monaural (uni-directional) mode, allowing it to be used effects that include extremely quick motion.
in both EFP and ENG applications. Stereo mode is ideal
for capturing environmental sound with a natural quality, Picture Cache Recording and
while monaural mode is ideal for capturing clear voice Disc Exchange Cache
and sound from a distance. These modes can be
selected from the switch on the microphone or from the The PDW-F800/700 offers a Picture Cache Recording
PDW-F800/700 itself. The camcorder is also equipped function that is especially useful in ENG applications. Up
with a slot to accommodate the DWR-S01D*2 digital to 30 seconds of audio and video signals are buffered
wireless microphone receiver, which provides two- into the camcorder’s internal memory before the Rec
channel audio with stable and secure transmission that’s start button is even pressed (when in Standby mode).
tolerant to interference waves. The WRR-855 series This means that everything that happened 30 seconds
microphone receiver can also be used within this slot. before the Rec start button was pressed will still be
*1: No microphone is supplied with the PDW-F800/700. recorded on to the disc, helping to prevent the loss of
*2: The digital wireless microphone system is not available in some countries where
prohibited by local radio law.
any unexpected, yet important events. The caching
period can be adjusted by a menu setting. This
camcorder cache memory also allows users to
exchange discs while recording. By removing a disc from
the drive and inserting a new disc within 30 seconds,
video, audio and time code can be recorded seamlessly
onto the new disc.

DWT-B01 DWR-S01D
Digital Wireless Transmitter Digital Wireless Receiver

Slow Shutter
The shutter speed of the PDW-F800/700 is selectable
down to a 16-frame period (in 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7-, 8- and
16-frame periods*1). During such a long frame period,
electrical charges accumulate on the CCDs, which
dramatically increase sensitivity. This helps camera
operators to shoot in extremely dark environments. The
Slow Shutter function also allows operators to use shutter
speeds longer than the frame rate and to intentionally
blur images when shooting a moving object, for
increased shooting creativity.
*1: Only even numbers of frame settings are available in 720 mode. Slow Shutter cannot
function with the Digital Extender.

Low-light Shooting Creating an Intentional Blur Image

Normal Slow Shutter Normal Slow Shutter

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Live & Play Function*1 Affordable MPEG TS Option for Field and
Satellite Transmission
The PDW-F800/700 camcorder has a Live & Play function
that allows users to check both playback signals The HDCA-702 MPEG TS Adaptor, which can be docked
(images already recorded) and incoming camera onto the PDW-F800/700 camcorder, transmits an MPEG
signals (images seen through the viewfinder) Transport Stream (TS) of MPEG-2 MP@HL via DVB-ASI
simultaneously, and sequentially output them without output. Transmission can be simultaneous with the
any switching noise. Both signals are fed to their PDW-F800/700 recording to disc. The bit rate is
respective output and viewfinder connectors selectable from 15 Mbps to 43.25 Mbps in 10-kbps steps,
independently, and can be viewed at the same time. which is suitable for material transmission via microwave
This allows users to frame the next shot, adjust the and satellite modulators. The frame pixel size is 1440 x
exposure, and then focus the lens while the camcorder 1080 or 1280 x 720. When the bit rate is 35 Mbps or
is playing back the pre-recordings from the disc. For higher, 1920 x 1080 mode can be selected instead of
instance, the camcorder can be used to perform the 1440 x 1080. In addition, the HDCA-702 can output
following three stages of a news broadcast: MPEG-2 MP@H-14 (HDV 1080) at a rate of 25 Mbps over
1. The introduction to a news report (Output of incoming the i.LINK connector.
camera signals)
2. Pre-recorded clips (Output of playback signals)
3. The conclusion of the report (Output of incoming
camera signals)
*1: Only one of the following functions can work at any one time:
1. Live & Play function
2. Focus Magnification
3. Letter Box mode in SD down-conversion
4. In-phase output between HD and SD.

Application Example at News Gathering

HDCA-702
PDW-700 with HDCA-702

Shockless Gain Control

Reporter Pre-recorded Materials in Disc A wide choice of gain and an easy-to-use control system
are remarkable features of the PDW-700 camcorder. By
setting gain to the gain selector or assignable switches,
the user can easily access the desired gain.
And the transition to each gain value is extremely
smooth thus eliminating undesirable abrupt changes to
the overall image.

Switchable

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ND and CC Filters Digital Extender*1
n Optical ND Filters and Optical CC Filters: PDW-F800 The Digital Extender function of the PDW-F800/700
The PDW-F800 comes equipped with wheel-type enables images to be digitally doubled in size. Unlike
optical ND (Neutral Density) and CC (Color lens extenders, the Digital Extender function performs this
Correction) filters. capability without any loss of image sensitivity, which is
often referred to as the F-drop phenomenon.
*1: Use of the Digital Extender function reduces image resolution by half. The Digital
Extender function cannot operate with Slow Shutter.

n Optical ND Filters and Electrical CC Filters: PDW-700

The PDW-700 camcorder comes equipped with optical Digital Extender*
ND filters and electrical CC filters. With electrical CC x2
filters, users can easily select a color temperature -
3200K/4300K/5600K/6300K - by rotation using a
camcorder-assignable switch. Users can also obtain
the specific value with just a single click, which is
useful when there’s a sudden change in the shooting
Simulated Image Lens Extender
environment and a quick setting is required.

Pool-feed Operation
For pool-feed operations, the optional CBK-HD01 and
CBK-SC02 boards provide HD- and SD-SDI inputs, and SD
composite input respectively.

Trigger REC Function

Auto Tracing White Balance
The PDW-F800/700 camcorder has a Trigger REC function
The Auto Tracing White Balance function of the that enables synchronized recording with PDW-F1600/
PDW-F800/700 automatically adjusts the camera’s color HD1500/HR1/F75 XDCAM decks or HDCAM™ portable
temperature according to changes in the lighting decks connected via the HD-SDI interface - a convenient
conditions. This function is useful when recording feature for backup recording.
outside for long periods, and the lighting changes
gradually over time. If required, the user can hold the Planning Metadata Import via
auto tracing at a desirable color balance via an
a Wi-Fi Adapter
assignable switch.
With the optional CBK-WA01*1 Wi-Fi Adapter, users can
HyperGamma import Planning Metadata via smartphones equipped
with a wi-fi interface. Using metadata ensures a smooth
HyperGamma is a powerful feature, which is inherited workflow. Remote Live Logging operation is also possible
from Sony’s CineAlta™ camcorders. The PDW-F800/700 with a smartphone or with PDZ-1 software on a PC.
provides four types of HyperGamma curve. Operators *1: An optional CBKZ-UPG01 key is required to operate the CBK-WA01 adapter.
can select the best-suited preset gamma curve
depending on the scene being shot and their desired
‘look’ for the image. All HyperGamma are quickly
accessible via the set-up menu.

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Other Camcorder Features n Six assignable buttons enable users to assign

frequently used functions; there are two buttons on the
n Compatible with a variety of remote control units*1: camera handle, three on the inside panel (including a
RM-B750/B150, MSU-1500/1000, and RCP- Color Temperature button) and an RET button on the
1530/1501/1500/1001/1000 lens
n Two HD/SD-SDI outputs and a composite/HD-Y output n Turbo Gain function: boosts camera gain up to +42 dB,
n Ethernet interface (100BASE-TX) and i.LINK (File Access which helps reproduce images in very low-light
Mode) interface environments
n Freeze Mix function: superimposes a previously n Memory Stick™, Memory Stick Pro™, and Memory Stick
recorded image on the viewfinder; this allows users to Pro Duo™ media (up to 4-GB) enable storage of
quickly and easily frame or reposition a subject when camcorder setup files
a shot must be taken from the same position or in the n 3.5-inch*3-type color LCD to instantly review recorded
same framework as a previous take footage
n Focus Magnification function: magnifies the center of n Clip title indication on the viewfinder and LCD: allows
the screen on the viewfinder to twice its size, making it users to see the clip file name when playing back and
easier to confirm focus settings during manual recording; users can also see the file name of the next
focusing shot while in standby
n Single Clip Playback: allows users to play back just n Monochrome LCD: shows the time code and
one selected clip remaining recording time of the disc, even when
n Proxy Data recording on USB memory*2: provides two power is off
ways to record - in simultaneous recording mode with n Extended Clear Scan (ECS)
Professional Disc media, or (after clip selection) copy n Intelligent light system synchronizes strobe on/off to
required clips from the recorded clips onto Professional the Rec start button
Disc media n Output markers such as SkinG, Safety, Aspect, and
n Easy metadata input via a USB keyboard or software Center on HD-SDI OUTPUT
keyboard n CBKZ-UPG01 Software Upgrade Key
n Direct FTP function: allows file transfer via Ethernet - Live logging via Ethernet or Wi-Fi*4 connection:
without a PC enables users, while recording, to register
n Customizable user menu: users can change the EssenceMark metadata with a real-time view of
names of user menu files content
- Planning Metadata upload via a Web browser
- Enables CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi Adapter connection

*1: The operable distance (cable length) depends on cable characteristics. Please refer
to the supplied operational manual.
*2: May not function properly with some USB flash memories, depending on their
characteristics. Please refer to the supplied operation manual.
*3: Viewable area measured diagonally.
*4: The PDW-F800/700 requires an optional CBK-WA01 adapter.

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Camcorder View
Color Temp. Switch:
Recommended for Assigning
PDW-F800 Electrical CC Filters

Optical Filters USB Connector Slot for Wireless

Ethernet Connector Microphone Receiver

PDW-700
Memory Stick Slot Control Buttons for Thumbnail Search,
Scene Selection Operation

Top View

Connector Panel

Side Rear

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Camcorder System Diagrams

DWR-S01D*1
WRR-855S
ECM-674/678/680S CBK-WA01 Wireless Microphone Receiver
Electret Condenser Microphone Intelligent Light System Wi-Fi Adapter
ECM-674/678 require supplied
3-pin to 5-pin conversion cable
CAC-12 HDCA-702
Mic Holder MPEG TS Adaptor

BKW-401
Viewfinder Rotation Bracket CBK-SC02
Analog Composite
Input Board

CBK-HD01
HD/SD-SDI Input Board

CBKZ-UPG01
Software Upgrade Key

CBKZ-MD01
SD Record and
2/3-inch-type HD Lens
Playback Key (PDW-700 only)
PDW-F800/700
CBKZ-FC02
24P Record and
Playback Key (PDW-700 only)

Memory Stick Pro Duo VCT-14

Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro Tripod Adaptor
can also be used.
BP-GL95A/GL65A/GL95/GL65
BP-L80S/L60S
Li-ion Battery Pack
Battery Chargers Recording Media

PFD50DLA
/PFD23A
Professional Disc

AC-DN10/DN2B
Viewfinder AC Adaptor
BC-L70

HDVF-C30WR RM-B150/B750
Remote Control Unit
CCA-5 cable

HDVF-C35W

BC-L160
OR

HDVF-20A CCA-5 cable

MSU-1500/1000
RCP-1530/1501/1500/1001/1000 Master Setup Unit
Remote Control Panel

BC-L500 HDVF-200
LUMA Series
HD-SDI or SD-SDI or Composite Professional
LCD Monitor

*1: The digital wireless microphone system is not available in some countries where prohibited by the radio law.

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Full-HD/SD Standard
Compact Recorder
With Linear Editing Capability
PDW-F1600
Full-HD Standard
Compact Recorder
PDW-HD1500

PDW-F1600 Features PDW-F1600 and PDW-HD1500

Common Features
n Linear Editing*1 using RS-422A control
- Assemble n High-performance dual-optical head
- Audio/Video insert n Multi-format HD/SD recording/playback capability
- A/V split - HD recording at up to 50 Mbps using MPEG HD422
- Pre-read edit (MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression)
- Audio Punch IN/OUT - Recording and playback in the MPEG HD format
(MPEG-2 MP@HL compression)
- 1080i and 720p recording and playback
- Up/down-conversion and cross-conversion between
1080i and 720p
- Three types of picture output mode are supported for
down-conversion: Edge Crop, Squeeze, and Letterbox
(16:9/14:9/13:9)
n High-quality eight-channel (HD-SDI) 24-bit audio
recording
n High-speed file transfer
- i.LINK File Access Mode (FAM)
- Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T)
n Direct FTP function: allows file transfer via Ethernet
without a PC
n RS-422A 9-pin remote control interface
n A wide variety of video and audio inputs and outputs,
n 1080/23.98p format recording and playback including two HD-SDI outputs
capability as standard n Compatible with XDCAM carts: the PDJ-C1080 and
PDJ-A640
n Compact and lightweight: half-rack size and 6.5 kg
n Supports SD (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) recording modes as (14 lb 5 oz)
standard n AC, DC, or battery powered
*1: Files generated by some NLE systems may not be edited.

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n Built-in audio speaker n Clip Continuous REC function via RS-422A or HD-SDI
n Low power consumption: 65 W (DC powered) and using a Trigger REC function
55 W (in power save mode, DC powered) n Optional accessories that enhance operational
n Tilt-up front panel features:
- PDBK-201 MPEG TS IN/OUT Board: allows users to
input and output an HDV™ compatible stream in
1080i/720p format
- PDBZ-UPG02 Software Upgrade Key
• Expands functionality for closed-caption handling
• User Bit Insert
- PDBK-F1500*4 24P Record and Playback Key: includes
an SD (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) recording/playback
capability
Tilt-up
- PDBK-S1500*4 (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) Recording and
Playback Key
n A large easy-to-see 4.3-inch*1-type color LCD display *1: Viewable area measured diagonally.
*2: PDW-F800/700, HDW-650 Series, HDW-790, and HDW-F900R camcorders.
n Trigger REC function (synchronized recording with *3: Some keyboards cannot be used. Please refer to the supplied manual.
compatible camcorders*2) *4: For the PDW-HD1500 only. The PDW-F1600 has this capability as standard.

n Video process control, by front panel operation or

remote control panel via RS-422A Inputs/Outputs
n Easy-to-use Jog/Shuttle dial
PDW-F1600/HD1500 Inputs/Outputs
- Jog: -1 to +1 times normal speed
PDW-F1600/HD1500
- Variable: -2 to +2 times normal speed
Signal input SDI (HD/SD switchable) BNC x 1
- Shuttle: -20 to +20 times normal speed Reference BNC x 1
- Fast forward/rewind: -35/+35 times normal speed Reference/Through BNC x 1
Analog Audio (Line) XLR x 2
- A faster search mode can be used (approx. -50/50 Digital Audio, AES/EBU BNC x 2,
times) in shuttle and fast forward/rewind 4 Ch (2 Ch each, 1/2 Ch and 3/4 Ch)
Time Code BNC x 1
n Single Clip Playback for playout operation: allows
Signal output HD-SDI BNC x 1
users to play back just one selected clip HD-SDI BNC x 1 (Character On/Off)
n Easy metadata input via USB keyboard*3 or software SD-SDI BNC x 1
SD-SDI BNC x 1 (Character On/Off)
keyboard SD Composite BNC x 1
n VANC (Vertical Ancillary) metadata recording and SD Composite BNC x 1 (Character On/Off)

playback Analog Audio Line XLR x 2

Analog Audio Monitor XLR x 2
- Multiple VANC packets: handles nine packets per Digital Audio, AES/EBU BNC x 2,
three lines (up to four packets in one line) and 18 4 Ch (2 Ch each, 1/2 Ch and 3/4 Ch)
Time Code BNC x 1
packets per one frame IT i.LINK 6-pin x 1*1, File Access Mode or
- Closed-caption recording and playback via SDI HDV*2 1080i/720P
Ethernet 1000Base-T/100Base-TX/10Base-T x 1
input and output: SD (EIA-608), HD (EIA-708) Others Phones Stereophone-jack x 1
- Closed-caption conversion recording: SD (EIA-608) Remote D-sub 9-pin x 1, RS-422A

closed-caption signals on SD-SDI input can be Video Control D-sub 9-pin x 1, EIA RS-423
USB x 2 (for maintenance)
recorded as HD (EIA-708) closed captions Power AC IN x1
- Optional PDBZ-UPG02 key expands functionality DC IN XLR x 1

n Disc Exchange Cache (up to 30 seconds) DC OUT (12 V) 4-pin x 1

*1: An AV/C (DV) interface is NOT supported.
*2: Requires an optional PDBK-201 board.

PDW-F1600/HD1500 VANC Metadata (Closed Caption) Recording and Playback

Functions Standard PDBZ-UPG02
E to E output and recording
HD-SDI (EIA708) input => HD-SDI output (EIA708) l l
HD-SDI (EIA708) input => SD-SDI output (EIA608) - l
HD-SDI (EIA708) input => HD recording (EIA708) l l
SD-SDI (EIA608) input => SD-SDI output (EIA608) l l
SD-SDI (EIA608) input => HD-SDI output (EIA708) - l
SD-SDI (EIA608) input => SD recording*1 (EIA608) l l
SD-SDI (EIA608) input => HD recording (EIA708 with “wrapped EIA608”) l l
Playback
HD recording (EIA708) => HD-SDI output (EIA708) l l
HD recording (EIA708 with “wrapped EIA608”) => HD-SDI output (EIA708) l l
HD recording (EIA708 with “wrapped EIA608”) => SD-SDI output (EIA608) - l
SD recording*1 (EIA608) => SD-SDI output (EIA608) l l
SD recording (EIA608) => HD-SDI output (EIA708) - l
HD cross conversion playback: 1080 (EIA-708) <=> 720 (EIA-708) - l

*1: The PDW-HD1500 requires an optional PDBK-S1500 or PDBK-F1500 hardware key. PDW-F1600/HD1500 Rear Panel

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HD/SD Field/In-house
Multi-purpose Recording Device
PDW-HR1

PDW-HR1 Features

n Multi-format HD/SD recording/playback capability n Excellent user interface for EDL-based (non-destructive)
- HD recording at up to 50 Mbps using MPEG HD422 editing
(MPEG-2 4:2:2P@HL compression) - Intuitively operable key panel
- Recording and playback in MPEG HD format (MPEG- - VTR-editing-like GUIs
2 MP@HL compression) - External-player device control (eg, a VTR/XDCAM
- 1080i and 720p recording and playback deck) via the RS-422A interface
- Up/down-conversion and cross-conversion between
1080i and 720p
- Three types of picture output mode are supported for
down-conversion: Edge Crop, Squeeze, and Letterbox
(16:9/14:9/13:9)
n 1080/23.98p format recording and playback
capability as standard

n Supports SD (MPEG IMX/DVCAM) recording modes as

standard
n 9-inch*3-type WVGA LCD
n Built-in stereo speaker
n AC, DC, or battery powered

n Easy-to-use Jog/Shuttle dial

- Jog: -1 to +1 times normal speed
- Shuttle: -20 to +20 times normal speed
n Disc Exchange Cache (up to 30 seconds)
n Trigger REC function (synchronized recording with
compatible camcorders*4)

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n Key panel illumination light for use in low-light n SxS Memory Card Adaptor (option: PDBK-MK1)
environments - Two slots for SxS™ PRO™ Memory Card
- Simultaneous recording on Professional Disc media
and SxS Pro Memory Card
- File copying or baseband copying*7 between
Professional Disc media and SxS Pro Memory Card
- Material copying from Professional Disc media to SxS
Pro Memory Card based on a Clip List
- EDL-based voice over: video over and audio over*5
(the PDBK-MK1 adaptor includes the function of the
PDBZ-UPG03 key)

n Video process control via front panel operation

n Phantom powered stereo microphone input
n Audio level control
n Audio channel mix monitor output
n Direct FTP function: allows file transfer via Ethernet
without a PC
n EDL-based voice over: video over and audio over*5
(option: PDBZ-UPG03 or PDBK-MK1)

*1: Audio specifications vary according to recording mode.

*2: 18-Mbps mode is playback only.
*3: Viewable area measured diagonally.
*4: PDW-F800/700, HDW-650 Series, HDW-790, and HDW-F900R camcorders.
*5: Audio track must be less than three minutes.
*6: Some keyboards cannot be used. Please refer to the supplied manual.
*7: Capabilities depend on recording formats.

PDBK-MK1 Applications
Simultaneous Recording

High-speed
Trigger REC Ingesting
n EDL-based audio split and audio level editing
n Clip Continuous REC function HD-SDI

n Easy metadata input via USB keyboard*6 or XDCAM or HDCAM Archiving

Camcorders
software keyboard
n Composite input On-location Copy and Reuse
n HDMI output for viewing
n IT interfaces for file transfer
- i.LINK File Access Mode (FAM)
- Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T)
n Input and output of an HDV-compatible stream in
1080i/720p format (option: PDBK-202) Delivery

n DVB-ASI output (option: PDBK-202) XDCAM EX Camcorders Reuse

PDW-HR1 Rear Panel Hand Grip

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XDCAM Drive Unit

n Handles files in all formats: XDCAM HD422, XDCAM HD,

and XDCAM SD
n Handles both the dual-layer disc (PFD50DLA) and
single-layer disc (PFD23A)
n Supports the Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) interface -
Compatible with most PCs
n Direct access to files on Professional Disc media from a
USB-connected PC
n Data file recording via User Data folder XDCAM Drive Unit
n Highly compact and lightweight
n Can be operated either horizontally or vertically
PDW-U1

n Handles files in all formats: XDCAM HD422, XDCAM HD,

and XDCAM SD
n Handles quad-layer write-once (PFD128QLW) in
addition to dual-layer disc (PFD50DLA) and single-
layer disc (PFD23A)
n High capacity and a new workflow via quad-layer
write-once media support
• Over four hours of recording with HD422 50Mb/s
• Reduce cost-per-media-capacity
• Utilize memory media material as storage media
XDCAM Drive Unit
n High-speed read/write with the newly developed
2-channel 1-head DCHS drive PDW-U2
• x2.6 (read) / x1.5 (write) faster than the PDW-U1
(single/dual-layer disc)
n Direct access to files on Professional Disc media from a
USB-connected PC
n Support Super Speed USB (USB3.0) interface/Hi-Speed
USB 2.0 interface
n Small and light, inheriting the concept of the PDW-U1
n Data file recording using a User Data folder
n Can be operated either horizontally or vertically

PDW-U1/PDW-U2 Specifications
PDW-U1 PDW-U2
Power requirements DC 12 V DC 12 V
Power consumption 10 W 19 W
Operating temperature 5 to 40°C (+41 to +104 °F) 5 to 40°C (+41 to +104 °F)
Storage temperature -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140 °F) -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140 °F)
Humidity 20 to 90% (relative humidity) 20 to 90% (relative humidity)
Mass 1.4 kg (3 lb 1 oz) 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz)
Dimensions 59 x 164 x 226 mm (2 3/8 x 6 1/2 x 9 inches) 67.4 x 164 x 219 mm (2 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 8 5/8 inches)
Recording/playback format Video MPEG HD422 (50 Mb/s)
MPEG HD (35/25/18 Mb/s)
MPEG IMX (50/40/30 Mb/s)
DVCAM (25 Mb/s)
Proxy Video MPEG-4
Audio MPEG HD422: 8 ch/24 bits/48kHz
MPEG HD: 4/2 ch/16bits/48kHz
MPEG IMX: 8 ch/16 bit/48 kHz, or 4 ch/24 bit/48 kHz
DVCAM: 4 ch/16 bit/48 kHz
Proxy Audio A-law (8/4/2 ch/8 bit/8 kHz)
Interfaces Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) Super Speed USB (USB 3.0)
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
Connector USB2.0 Standard B x 1 USB3.0 Standard B x 1
Supplied accessories Operation manual (x1) Operation manual (x1)
XDCAM Drive Software (x1)
XDCAM Browser Software (x1)

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XDCAM Solid-state Memory Camcorder

The PMW-500 is the first Sony 2/3-inch Power HAD FX

PMW-500
CCD-based shoulder-mount memory camcorder which
records high-quality MPEG HD422 video as MXF files on
SxS memory cards.
Designed to be compact and ergonomically well-
balanced, the PMW-500, with a main body weight of only
3.4 kg (just over 7 lb) and low power consumption (only
27 W), provides a high level of mobility and comfort in a
wide variety of shooting situations.

n 2/3-inch-type Full HD Power HAD FX CCD n UDF (Professional Disc-compatible) or FAT (XDCAM
n MPEG-2 HD 4:2:2 50 Mbps Long GOP CODEC EX-compatible) file format mode shooting
recording n SD recording and playback with optional hardware
n Two SxS memory card slots key
n Record up to four hours of 50 Mbps MPEG HD422 using n Low power consumption: 27 W (body only)
two 64-GB SxS-1A memory cards n Compact and lightweight: 3.4 kg (body only)

Professional Media Station: XDCAM Station

The XDCAM Station is a professional media station with

built-in storage and interfaces for both Professional Disc
media and SxS memory cards, enabling hybrid
operation in an XDCAM workflow. It features better
support for multi-task operation, networking, and other IT
functions. Adding the XDCAM Station to an XDCAM XDS-1000
workflow makes file-based operation much more
convenient and efficient.

n Handles files in all format: XDCAM HD422, XDCAM HD/

SD, and XDCAM EX
n Supports HDD or SSD drives as internal storage to offers
multi-task, multi-access functions
n Offers bridge functions for Professional Discs and SxS
memory cards
XDS-PD1000
• Supports the new high-speed DCHS optical drive
• Handles the dual-layer disc (PFD50DLA), single-layer
disc (PFD23A) and quad-layer disc (PFD128QLW)
• Handles SxS Pro, SxS-1 and card adaptors for memory
sticks and SDHCs
n Enhances network functionality
• Access growing volumes of files from nonlinear
editors without file transfer
XDS-PD2000
• High-speed file transfer and multiple access via the XDS-1000 XDS-PD1000 XDS-PD2000
network Input and output 1 input channel and 1 output channel
Disk Storage System 500 GB SATA HDD, 3 Drives, Raid-4 256 GB, SATA SSD ,
n Supports SD and HD as standard with up-conversion 2 Drives, Raid-4 (option)
Record, and up/down/cross-conversion playback Recording Time, 30 H 16 H
50 Mbps Video
n Supports industry-standard protocols (VDCP, ftp, CIFS) Media Drive 2 SxS Memory Slots 2 SxS memory slots and a Professional Disc Drive
n VTR-like user interface with front control panel Network Interface GbE, ftp and CIFS
Control Protocol RS422A (Protocol: VTR, VDCP), Video Process Control, API/Ethernet control,
GPI (4in/4out)
Power requirement AC 100 V to 240 V, AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 250 W
50 Hz/60 Hz, 190 W
Dimension / Mass 424 x 132 x 460 mm (16 3/4 x 5 1/4 x 18 1/8 inches) / 17 kg (37 lb 8 oz)

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XDCAM Cart

n Accommodates XDCAM decks Robotic disc library with

n Ideal for multi-disc ingesting, nearline 640-disc capacity
archiving and on-air playout
applications PDJ-A640
n Equipped with the VCC protocol
Robotic disc library with
(RS-422A or RS-232C)
n File-based content management using
80-disc capacity
metadata
n Equipped with a barcode reader unit
PDJ-C1080
PDJ-C1080 PDJ-A640
n Optional PDJ-CS10 application
software allows third-party applications
to transfer files from the cart over a network,
without controlling the cart’s robotics or
decks
XDCAM Cart Main Specifications
n High reliability with low-cost maintenance
PDJ-A640 PDJ-C1080
n Data file recording with a Professional Disc Max. number of discs 640 80
user data folder Total storage capacity 32 Terabytes (50-GB disc x 640) 4.0 Terabytes (50-GB disc x 80)
15 Terabytes (23-GB disc x 640) 1.8 Terabytes (23-GB disc x 80)
Max. number of decks installed 4 4
Compatible decks PDW-F1600, PDW-HD1500, PDW-F75*1, PDW-F1600, PDW-HD1500,
PDW-1500 in any combination PDW-1500 in any combination

*1: Requires an optional PDBK-A640 XDCAM Cart Mount Kit for the PDW-F75.

XDCAM Archive

n Selectable and upgradeable hardware configuration

n Online HDD-based storage
n Offline Professional Disc media management
capability for archiving using shelves
n Generates proxy data for browsing and cataloging via
the network
n Web-based application allows users access to the
system using web browsers with easy-to-use GUIs
n Supports XDCAM HD422, XDCAM HD, XDCAM SD, and
XDCAM EX video files
n Every type of PC file can be imported and managed
with metadata
n Video materials on tapes can be ingested via the HD/
SD-SDI interface
n Storyboarding capability
Turnkey file-based content
Hardware Configuration and Specifications archiving system
XDCAM Archive
3 Servers 2 Servers 1 Server
Streaming Proxy Capacity (TB) 18 12 8
Streaming Proxy Capacity (hours) 85,000 54,000 36,000
High-Res Capacity (TB) 18 12 8
Hi-Res Capacity (hours) 800*1 500*1 300*1
Concurrent Streaming Client 100 50 10
Concurrent XDCAM Decks/Drives 6 4 2
*1: Approximate hours, based on 50-Mbps material.

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XDCAM Browser (Application Software)

All XDCAM HD422 products come with XDCAM Browser application software that maximizes the benefits of
XDCAM file-based operations. This software not only allows users to browse video clips on MS Windows PCs
and Macintosh computers, but also to register and edit metadata, and to convert file formats.

Features :

n Browse video clips recorded by XDCAM HD422, XDCAM HD/ System Requirements:
SD, and XDCAM EX Windows OS
n Copy video clips from SxS memory card or Professional Disc to OS: Microsoft Windows XP SP3 or higher (32-bit version), Microsoft
Windows Vista SP1 or higher (32-bit or 64-bit version), or Microsoft
hard disc drives Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit version)
n Register and edit metadata (Title, Creator, or Description) CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or higher
(Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0 GHz or higher recommended)
n Format SxS memory cards and Professional Discs
Memory: 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended)
n Import video clips to Apple Final Cut Pro editing system
n Cut editing to create Clip List (XDCAM EDL) on storyboard*1 Mac OS:
OS: Mac OS X 10.5.8 or higher, or Mac OS X 10.6.4 or higher
n Convert video clips to WMV format (for viewing)*2 CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.0 GHz or higher
n Remote control for XDCAM Station (control Rec / Play, copy (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2.4 GHz or higher recommended)
video clips) Memory: 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended)

n Live viewing and logging with wi-fi connection to XDCAM

camcorders*3
n XMPilot (Planning Metadata) support to allow assignment- XDCAM SDK for XDCAM Application Developer
based content management*4
Sony supplies the XDCAM SDK for effective application
*1: MXF video clips only.
*2: Requires optional plug-in software from MainConcept AG software development, such as Logging, Ingest, Browsing,
(www.mainconcept.com/plugin4xdcambrowser),
*3: Support planned for later in 2011.
Editing and Playback Software.
*4: Creating, editing, and customizing Planning The XDCAM SDK covers the following functions:
Metadata support planned for later in 2011.
• Playback clips
• Copy clips
• Retrieve/edit metadata
• File transfer via FTP
• Control the XDCAM Station
For information about Sony’s XDCAM SDK license
contract, please contact:
[email protected]

XDCAM Transfer Operation

i.LINK Cuts-only-edit Disc Delivery

Metadata Edit
by XDCAM Browser
PDW-F800/700 Ethernet
PDW-F1600/HD1500
Network Transfer

DVB-ASI DVB-ASI

PDW-F800/700 with HDCA-702 Modulator Modulator PDW-HR1 with PDBK-202

Real-time Microwave Transmission

PDW-HR1 with PDBK-202

Data File Recording by User Data Folder

PDW-U1/U2
XDCAM AV Files PDW-F800/700
i.Link(FAM)
XDCAM EX AV Files
/Ethernet USB
PDW-HR1 XDCAM AV Files
Still Pictures
PDW-F1600/HD1500 NLE Workfiles
XDCAM EX AV Files NLE Workfiles Other PC Files

Other PC Files
Still Pictures PC

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Optional Accessories
Professional Disc Media PDW-700 Camcorder Options

Software Software

PFD50DLA PFD23A PFD128QLW CBKZ-MD01 CBKZ-FC02

Professional Disc Professional Disc Professional Disc SD Record and Playback Key 24P Record and
Playback Key

PDW-F800/700 Camcorder Common Options

Software

CBKZ-UPG01 HDVF-C30WR HDVF-C35W HDVF-20A HDVF-200

Software Upgrade Key HD Electronic Viewfinder 3.5-inch*1 LCD Color 2.0-inch*1 CRT B/W 2.0-inch*1 CRT B/W
Viewfinder Viewfinder Viewfinder

BP-GL95A/GL65A/ BC-L500 BC-L160 BC-L70 AC-DN10/DN2B

L80S/L60S/GL95/ Battery Charger Battery Charger Battery Charger AC Adaptor
GL65 ( P h o t o s h o w s AC - D N10 )
AC-DN10: Max. 100 W
Lithium-ion Battery Pack AC-DN2B: Max. 150 W

RM-B750/B150 RCP-1530/1501/ MSU-1500/1000 DWR-S01D*2 WRR-855S

Remote Control Unit 1500/1001/1000 Master Setup Unit Wireless Microphone Wireless
(Photo shows RM-B750) Remote Control Unit (Photo shows MSU-1500) Receiver Microphone Receiver
(Photo shows RCP-1530)

ECM-680S ECM-674/678 HDCA-702 VCT-14 BKW-401

Shotgun-type Electret Shotgun-type Electret MPEG TS Adaptor Tripod Adaptor Viewfinder Rotation Bracket
Condenser Microphone Condenser Microphone
(Requires supplied 3-pin to
5-pin conversion cable.
Photo shows ECM-674)

*1: Viewable area measured diagonally.

*2: The digital wireless microphone system is not available in some countries where prohibited by local radio law.

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 Optional Accessories

PDW-F800/700 Camcorder Common Options

CAC-12 LC-H300 LC-DS300SFT CBK-HD01 CBK-SC02

Mic Holder Carrying Case (Hard) Carrying Case (Soft) HD/SD-SDI Input Board Analog Composite
Input Board

PDW-F1600/HD1500 Recording Deck and

PDW-HR1 Field Station Common Options

CBK-WA01 BP-GL95A/GL95/ RM-280 RCC-5G

Wi-Fi Adapter L80S Editing Controller Remote Control Cable (5 m)
Lithium-ion Battery Pack (Ver 2.03 or later)

PDW-F1600/HD1500 Recording Deck Common Options

Software

BKP-L551 PDBK-201 HKDV-900 PDBZ-UPG02

Lithium-ion Battery Adaptor MPEG TS IN/OUT Board Video Control Unit Software Upgrade Key
(Ver 2.00 or later)

PDW-HD1500 Recording Deck Options

PDBK-S1500 PDBK-F1500
SD Record and 24P Record and
Playback Key Playback Key

PDW-HR1 Field Station Options

Software

PDBK-202 PDBK-MK1 PDBZ-UPG03

MPEG TS IN/OUT Board SxS Memory Adaptor for HR1 Software Upgrade Key

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XDCAM HD422 Camcorder Specifications
PDW-700 PDW-F800 PMW-500
General
Mass 4.3 kg (9 lb 8 oz) (body), 6.0 kg (13 lb 4 oz) (w/ VF, Mic, Disc, BP-GL95 battery) 3.4 kg (7 lb 7 oz) (body only without lens)
Power requirements DC 12 V +5.0 V/-1.0 V
40 W (while recording, w/o options, color LCD On) Approx. 31 W (with viewfinder, lens, and microphone while recording)
Power consumption
44 W (while recording, w/viewfinder, color LCD On, manual lens, microphone) Approx. 27 W (body while recording)
Operating temperature -5°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Humidity 10% to 90% (relative humidity)
Continuous operating time Approx. 120 min w/BP-GL95 battery approx. 170 min w/BP-GL95 battery
MPEG HD422 (CBR: 50 Mbps)
MPEG HD: MPEG-2 Long GOP
HQ mode (VBR, maximum bit rate: 35 Mbps), HD422 mode: CBR, maximum bit rate: 50 Mbps, MPEG-2 422P@HL
Recording format (Video) SP mode (CBR, 25 Mbps), HQ mode: VBR, maximum bit rate: 35 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@HL
LP mode (VBR, maximum bit rate: 18 Mbps) (playback only), SP mode: CBR, 25 Mbps, MPEG-2 MP@H-14
MPEG IMX*4 (CBR, 50/40/30 Mbps) SD mode*5: IMX, DVCAM
DVCAM*4 (CBR, 25 Mbps)
(UDF Mode)
HD 422 50 Mode
LPCM 24 bits, 48 kHz 4 channels
HD 420 HQ Mode
LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz 4 channels
MPEG HD422: 4 ch/24 bits/48 kHz SD IMX Mode*5
MPEG HD: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz LPCM 16/24 bits, 48 kHz 4 channels
Recording format (Audio)
MPEG IMX*4: 4 ch/24 bits/48 kHz or 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz SD DVCAM Mode*5
DVCAM*4: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz 4 channels
(FAT Mode)
HD Mode
LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz 4 channels
SD DVCAM Mode*5
LPCM 16 bits, 48 kHz 2 channels
Headroom 20/18/16/12 dB (selectable)
Recording format (Proxy Video) MPEG-4
Recording format (Proxy Audio) A-law (4 ch/8 bits/8 kHz)
Recording/Playback time UDF mode
50 Mbps: Approx. 95 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 43 min (PFD23A)
(MPEG HD422)*1 50Mbps : Approx. 120 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 60 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
35 Mbps, 4-ch audio: More than 145 min (PFD50DLA), More than 65 min (PFD23A) FAT mode
35 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 150 min (PFD50DLA), More than 68 min (PFD23A) 35Mbps : Approx. 200 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 100 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
25 Mbps, 4-ch audio: Approx. 190 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min (PFD23A) 25Mbps : Approx. 280 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 140 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
Recording/Playback time (MPEG HD)*1
25 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): Approx. 200 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 90 min (PFD23A)
18 Mbps, 4-ch audio (playback only): More than 248 min (PFD50DLA), More than 112 min (PFD23A) UDF mode
18 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 265 min (PFD50DLA), More than 122 min (PFD23A) 35Mbps : Approx. 180 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 90 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
50 Mbps*4: Approx. 100 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 45 min (PFD23A)
Recording/Playback time UDF mode
40 Mbps*4: Approx. 120 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 55 min (PFD23A)
(MPEG IMX)*1 50Mbps*5 : Approx. 120 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 60 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
30 Mbps*4: Approx. 150 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 68 min (PFD23A)
FAT mode
25Mbps*5 : Approx. 260 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 130 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
Recording/Playback time (DVCAM)*1 25 Mbps*4: Approx. 185 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min (PFD23A)
UDF mode
35Mbps*5 : Approx. 220 min(SBS-64G1A), Approx. 110 min(SBP-32/SBS-32G1A)
Inputs/Outputs
BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω
GENLOCK IN
(Composite input (option: CBK-SC02) shares the same connector) (Composite input (option: CBK-HD02) shares the same connector)
TC IN BNC (x1), 0.5 Vp-p to 18 Vp-p, 10 kΩ
(Option: CBK-HD01) BNC (x1), (HD/SD switchable) (Option : CBK-HD02) BNC (x1), (HD/SD switchable)
SDI IN HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio) HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio) SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), Line/Mic/Mic +48V/AES/EBU selectable CH-1/CH-2: XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2), Line/Mic/Mic +48V
MIC IN XLR-type 5-pin (female, stereo) (x1)
BNC (x2)
1 (HD/SD switchable)
BNC (x1)
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
(HD/SD switchable, character On/Off)
SDI OUT SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio),
2 (HD/SD switchable, character On/Off)
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio),
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
BNC (x1)
(switchable)
VIDEO OUT (TEST OUT)*9
HD Y/SD composite
SD composite (character On/Off)
AUDIO OUT CH-1/CH-2: XLR-type 5-pin (male, stereo) (x1)
TC OUT BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
EARPHONE Mini-jack (x2) (front: manaural, rear: stereo/monoral) Mini-jack (x1) (rear: stereo/monoral)
DC IN XLR-type 4-pin (male) (x1), 11 V to 17 V
DC OUT 4-pin (x1) (for wireless microphone receiver), 11 V to 17 V DC (MAX 0.5 A)
LENS 12-pin
REMOTE 8-pin
LIGHT 2-pin, DC 12 V, max. 50 W
CAMERA ADAPTOR 50-pin 50-pin (Option : CBK-HD02)
i.LINK IEEE 1394*6, 6 pin (x1), File Access Mode IEEE 1394, 6-pin (x1), HDV (HDV 1080i )/DVCAM stream input/output(*7)
Memory Stick (x1) for camera setup files
Ethernet RJ-45 (x1), 100BASE-TX: IEEE 802.3u, 10BASE-T: IEEE 802.3
USB USB host A Type (x1 for version-up) USB device B Type (x1), host A Type (x1)
Camera Section
Pickup device 3-chip 2/3-inch type HD Power HAD FX CCDs
Effective picture elements 1,920 x 1,080 (H x V)
Optical system F1.4 prism
CC: A: Cross, B: 3200K, C: 4300K, D: 6300K
Built-in optical filters 1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND 1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
ND: 1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
59.94i: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000. 1/2000, ECS, SLS
59.94i: 1/60,1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000. 1/2000, ECS, SLS
50i: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
50i: 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
59.94i: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000. 1/2000, ECS, SLS 29.97p: 1/40, 1/60, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
29.97p: 1/40,1/50, 1/60, 1/100 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
Shutter speed (Time) 50i: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS 25p: 1/33, 1/50, 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
25p: 1/33, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
25p: 1/33, 1/50, 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS 23.98p: 1/32, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
23.98p*8: 1/32, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100, 1/120,1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,
720/23.98p (Pull-down): 23.98P: 1/32, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
1/2000, ECS, SLS
1/1000, 1/2000, ECS, SLS
Shutter speed (Slow shutter (SLS)*2 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7-, 8-, 16-frame accumulation
(MPEG HD422 mode only) 720p: Selectable from 1 fps to 60 fps as recording frame rate*
23.98p: Selectable from 1 to 48 frame/sec as recording frame rate (from 1 fps to 50 fps in the case of Pal Area Setting in the UDF Mode)
Slow & Quick Motion function
25p: Selectable from 1 to 50 frame/sec as recording frame rate 1080p: Selectable from 1 fps to 30 fps as recording frame rate
29.97p: Selectable from 1 to 59.94 frame/sec as recording frame rate (from 1 fps to 25 fps in the case of Pal Area Setting in the UDF Mode)
Lens mount 2/3-type SONY bayonet
Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance) 59.94i: F11, 50i: F12 (typical)
Minimum illumination Approx. 0.016 lx (F1.4 lens, +42 dB, with 16-frame accumulation)
Gain selection -6, -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 dB
Smear level -135 dB (typical)
S/N ratio 59 dB (Y) (typical)
Horizontal resolution 1,000 TV lines or more (1920 x 1080i mode)
Registration Less than 0.02%
Modulation depth 45% or more at 27.5 MHz (typical)
Viewfinder
Option Option
Viewfinder
Supplied interfaces (20-pin IF for HDVF) Supplied interfaces (20-pin IF for HDVF, 26-pin IF for CBK-VF01)
Media
Professional Disc slot (x1) ExpressCard slot (x2)
Others
3.5-inch*3 type color LCD monitor: approx. 921,000 effective pixels,
Built-in LCD Monitor 3.5-inch*3 type color LCD monitor
640 (H) x 3 (RGB) x 480 (V), 16:9, hybrid type
Built-in Speaker (x1)
Supplied Accsesory
Shoulder Strap (x1), Cold Shoe Kit (x1), Operation Manual (x1),
Shoulder belt (x1), Operation manual (x1), XDCAM Application Software (x1), Microphone cable (for converting 3-pin to 5-pin) (x1)
XDCAM Application software (x1), SxS device driver software (x1)
*1 Recording/Playback time may vary the according to the encoding or recording media. *2 Slow Shutter setting frames vary according to system frequency. *3 Viewable area measured diagonally. *4 The PDW-700 requires an optional CBKZ-MD01 key.
*5 The PDW-500 requires an optional CBK-MD01 key. *6 An AV/C (DV) interface is NOT supported. *7 HDV/DV stream input/output are available only in FAT mode. DVCAM stream input is only for monitoring use on a viewfinder. *8 Requires an optional CBKZ-FC02 key.
*9 The interface name of the PDW-700/F800 is “TEST OUT” (on the PMW-500, it is “VIDEO OUT”).

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 Specifications

XDCAM HD422 Deck and Field Station Specifications

PDW-F1600 PDW-HD1500 PDW-HR1
General
Power requirements AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, DC 12 V AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, DC +12 V, Battery
Power consumption AC: 80 W, DC: 65 W, SAVEMODE (DC): 55 W AC: 65 W, DC: 55 W
Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C (+41°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Humidity 25% to 90% (relative humidity)
Mass 6.5 kg (14 lb 5 oz) 7.4 kg (16 lb 5 oz)
Dimensions (W x H x D) (excluding protrusions)
210 x 132 x 396 mm (8 3/8 x 5 1/4 x 15 5/8 inches) 300 x 129 x 400 mm (11 7/8 x 5 1/8 x 15 3/4 inches)
MPEG HD422 (CBR: 50 Mbps)
MPEG HD:
HQ mode (VBR, maximum bit rate: 35 Mbps),
Recording/Playback format (Video) SP mode (CBR, 25 Mbps),
LP mode (VBR, maximum bit rate: 18 Mbps) (playback only),
MPEG IMX*1 (CBR, 50/40/30 Mbps)
DVCAM*1 (CBR, 25 Mbps)
MPEG HD422: 8 ch/24 bits/48 kHz
MPEG HD: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
Recording/Playback format (Audio)
MPEG IMX*1: 4 ch/24 bits/48 kHz or 8 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
DVCAM*1: 4 ch/16 bits/48 kHz
Recording/Playback format (Proxy Video) MPEG-4
Recording/Playback format (Proxy Audio) A-law (8 ch/8 bits/8 kHz)
Recording/Playback time (MPEG HD422) 50 Mbps: Approx. 95 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 43 min (PFD23A)
35 Mbps, 4-ch audio: More than 145 min (PFD50DLA), More than 65 min (PFD23A)
35 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 150 min (PFD50DLA), More than 68 min (PFD23A)
25 Mbps, 4-ch audio: Approx. 190 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min (PFD23A)
Recording/Playback time (MPEG HD)
25 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): Approx. 200 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 90 min (PFD23A)
18 Mbps, 4-ch audio (playback only): More than 248 min (PFD50DLA), More than 112 min (PFD23A)
18 Mbps, 2-ch audio (playback only): More than 265 min (PFD50DLA), More than 122 min (PFD23A)
50 Mbps*1: Approx. 100 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 45 min (PFD23A)
Recording/Playback time (MPEG IMX) 40 Mbps*1: Approx. 120 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 55 min (PFD23A)
30 Mbps*1: Approx. 150 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 68 min (PFD23A)
Recording/Playback time (DVCAM) 25 Mbps*1: Approx. 185 min (PFD50DLA), Approx. 85 min (PFD23A)
Search speed range (Shuttle mode) -20 times to +20 times normal speed
Search speed range (Variable mode) -2 times to +2 times normal speed -1 time to +1 time normal speed
Search speed range (Jog mode) -1 time to +1 time normal speed -1 time to +1 time normal speed
Search speed range (F.Fwd/Rev) -35/+35 times normal speed -20/+20 times normal speed
Inputs/Outputs
Reference input BNC (x2) (including loop-through), HD Tri-level sync (0.6 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative) or SD blackburst/composite sync (0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative)
Analog composite input - BNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M
BNC (x1), (HD/SD switchable)
HD-SDI input HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio)
XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x4) (channel selectable),
XLR-type 3-pin (female) (x2) (channel selectable), +4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 10 kΩ, balanced
Analog audio input
+4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 10 kΩ, balanced CH1 and CH2: switchable phantom powered mic
input
Digital audio input (AES/EBU) BNC (x2), 4 ch (2 ch each, 1/2 ch and 3/4 ch), AES-3id-1995 -
Time code input BNC (x1), SMPTE time code, 0.5 Vp-p to 18 Vp-p/3.3 kΩ/unbalanced
BNC (x2), BNC (x1),
Analog composite output 1: 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M, character
2: 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative, SMPTE 170M, character On/Off On/Off
BNC (x2),
HD-SDI output 1: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio)
2: SMPTE 292M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off
BNC (x2), BNC (x1),
SD-SDI output 1: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio) SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio),
2: SMPTE 259M (w/embedded audio), character On/Off character On/Off
HDMI - (x1), output
XLR-type 3-pin (male) (x4) ( channel selectable),
Analog audio output XLR-type 3-pin (male) (x2) (channel selectable), +4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 600 Ω, Lo-z, balanced +4/0/-3/-6 dBu (selectable), 600 Ω, Lo-z, balanced
CH3 and CH4: switchable analog audio monitor
Analog audio monitor XLR-type 3-pin (male) (x2), +4 dBu, 600 Ω, Lo-Z, balanced -
Digital audio output (AES/EBU) BNC (x2), 4 ch (2 ch each, 1/2 ch and 3/4 ch), AES-3id-1995 -
Headphone output JM-60 Stereo phone jack (x1), -13 dBu, 8 Ω, unbalanced
Time code output BNC (x1), SMPTE time code, 1.0 Vp-p/75 Ω/unbalanced
Video control D-sub 9-pin (female) (x1), EIA RS-423 -
IEEE 1394*2 6-pin (x2),
IEEE 1394*2 6-pin (x1),
i.LINK 1: File Access Mode,
File Access Mode, (Option: PDBK-201) HDV 1080i/720p IN/OUT
2: (Option: PDBK-202) HDV 1080i/720p IN/OUT
Ethernet RJ-45 (x1), 1000BASE-T: IEEE 802.3ab, 100BASE-TX: IEEE 802.3u, 10BASE-T: IEEE 802.3
Remote (9P) input D-sub 9-pin (female) (x1), RS-422A -
Remote (9P) input/output - D-sub 9-pin (female) (x1), RS-422A
DC input (12 V) XLR-type 4-pin (male) (x1)
DC output (12 V) 4-pin (female) (x1), DC 12 V, 7.5 W
Maintenance USB (x2)
AC input (x1), 100 V to 240 V, 50/60Hz
Video Performance
Sampling frequency Y: 74.25 MHz, Pb/Pr: 37.125MHz
Quantization 8 bits/sample
Error correction Reed Solomon Code
Processor Adjustment Range
Video level -∞ to +3 dB
Chroma level -∞ to +3 dB
Set up/black level ± 30 IRE/±210 mV
Chroma phase ±30°
System sync phase ±15 μs
System sync phase (fine) 0 ns to 400 ns
System SC phase 0 ns to 400 ns
Audio Performance
Sampling frequency 48 kHz
Quantization 24 bits
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5/-1.0 dB (0 dB at 1 kHz)
Dynamic range More than 90 dB
Distortion Less than 0.05% (at 1 kHz)
Headroom 20/18/16/12 dB (selectable)
Others
Built-in display 4.3-inch*3 type color LCD monitor 9-inch*3 type color LCD monitor
Built-in speaker (x1), monaural (x2), L/R
Supplied Accessories
Operation manual (x1), Installation manual (x1), XDCAM Application Software CD-ROM (x1)
*1: The PDW-HD1500 requires an optional PDBK-S1500 or PDBK-F1500 hardware key.
*2: An AV/C (DV) interface is NOT supported.
*3: Viewable area measured diagonally.

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