Sony F5 Manual

							Attaching Optional Devices21
Preparations
Recommended lenses
SCL-P35T20 (Focal length: 35 mm)
SCL-P50T20 (Focal length: 50 mm)
SCL-P85T20 (Focal length: 85 mm)
SCL-PK6 (set of 6 lenses)
 SCL-P20T20 (Focal length: 20 mm)
 SCL-P25T20 (Focal length: 25 mm)
 SCL-P35T20A (Focal length: 35 mm)
 SCL-P50T20A (Focal length: 50 mm)
 SCL-P85T20A (Focal length: 85 mm)
 SCL-P135T20 (Focal length: 135 mm)
SCL-P11X15
For details about available lenses for the camcorder, 
contact a Sony service representative.
Do not leave the lens facing the sun. Direct 
sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in 
the camcorder, and cause fire.
Notes
 Attach/remove a lens while the camcorder is turned 
off.
 A lens is a precision part. Do not place the lens directly 
with the mount part down. Attach the cover supplied 
with the lens.
 The lens interface of the camcorder is set to “Type C,” 
to correspond with the lenses SCL-P35T20/P50T20/
P85T20, SCL-P11X15 and lenses with a Cooke-type 
connector. When using a lens with an ARRI-type 
connector, set “Lens interface” (page 45) in the 
Camera menu to “Type A.” Set to “Off” for SCL-PK6 
or other lenses. If this setting is not correct, an alert 
message appears when the camcorder is turned on after 
attaching the lens.
Attaching a PL mount lens
1Remove the mount cover from the lens 
mount by turning the lens mount frame 
counterclockwise.
2Insert the lens into the lens mount by 
matching the concave part of the lens to 
the locating pin on the upper right of the 
lens mount.
3Fix the lens by turning the lens mount 
frame clockwise while holding the lens.
Attaching Optional 
Devices
Attaching a Lens
Caution
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							Attaching Optional Devices22
Preparations
To attach an ARRI* LDS lens or Cooke/i lens
Match the contact of the lens to the hot shoe of the 
camcorder.
* ARRI Group
Adjusting a flange focal length
You need to adjust the flange focal length 
(distance from the mounting flange to the film 
plane) for the following cases.
 When a lens is attached for the first time.
 When a lens is changed.
 When focus is not achieved for either tele or 
wide angle while using a zoom lens.
You can adjust the flange focal length by turning 
the screw for the flange focal length (page 9).
Use a hex key (7/64) for adjusting.
When turning the screw to the left, the flange 
focal length becomes long. When turning the 
screw to the right, the flange focal length 
becomes short. Turn the screw slowly.
Notes
 The camcorder will not work if the screw for the flange 
focal length is turned too much. Stop turning the screw 
when the amount of the flange focal length no longer 
changes.
 Use a hex key of the specified size. Otherwise, the 
screw head may be damaged and you may be unable to 
turn the screw.
Removing a lens
Remove a lens with the following steps.
1Turn the lens mount frame 
counterclockwise while holding the lens 
from underneath.
2Pull the lens forward.
Note
If another lens will not be attached soon, attach the 
mount cover and fix the lens mount frame by turning it 
clockwise.
Selecting the lens file
By storing the adjustment value of the attached 
lens as a file, you can easily perform adjustment 
for the lens by loading the file.
Load the file in “Lens File” (page 55) of the File 
menu.
Available viewfinders for the camcorder
 DVF-L350: LCD color viewfinder
 DVF-L700: LCD color viewfinder
 DVF-EL100: OELD color viewfinder
Do not leave the camcorder with the eyepiece of 
the viewfinder facing the sun. Direct sunlight can 
enter through the eyepiece, be focused in the 
viewfinder, and cause fire.
Note
Attach/remove the viewfinder while the camcorder is 
turned off.
For details about attaching the viewfinder, refer to 
the operating instructions of the viewfinder.
Hot shoe for the Cooke/i lens
Hot shoe for the ARRI LDS lens
Attaching a Viewfinder
Caution 
						

							Setting the Basic Action23
Preparations
1Loosen the fixing ring of the viewfinder 
shoe, align the slot of the viewfinder, 
then attach the viewfinder by sliding it 
horizontally.
2Tighten the fixing ring after 
determining the left and right position 
of the viewfinder, then connect the 
viewfinder cable to the VF connector of 
the camcorder.
To remove the viewfinder
Loosen the fixing ring for the viewfinder, raise 
the stopper, then remove the viewfinder by 
sliding it in the reverse direction for when 
attaching.Before recording, make the basic settings, as 
required.
You can switch between the “Cine EI” mode 
(allows you to use the camcorder as a film 
camera, where the movie is edited post-
production, rather than at the time of shooting), 
and the “Custom” mode (allows you to edit 
pictures as you make the movie, by accessing all 
the setting items).
Switch the mode by using “Shooting Mode” in 
“Base Setting” (page 57) of the System menu.
Note
The shooting mode can be selected if the AXS-R5 is 
attached. If the AXS-R5 is not attached, “Shooting 
Mode” is locked to “Custom.”
Set the predominant signal format to be used.
Set the format by using “Main Operation” in 
“Base Setting” (page 57) of the System menu.
The RAW signal is recorded on the AXR-R5 
attached to the camcorder, the YPbPr signal is 
recorded on the SxS memory card in the 
camcorder. Since the RGB signal is output from 
the SDI 1/2 connector of the camcorder, record it 
on an external device such as SR-R1.
Note
The RAW signal can be selected only when attaching the 
AXS-R5. If the AXS-R5 is not attached, “Main 
Operation” is locked to “YPbPr” or “RGB.”
Viewfinder shoe
Setting the Basic Action
Shooting Mode
Main Recorded Signal 
						

							Using SxS Memory Cards24
Preparations
Select the color reproducibility.
Select it by using “Color Space” in “Base Setting” 
(page 57) of the System menu.
S-Gamut: Allows you to record in a wider gamut 
that is comparable with a film camera. You 
can expand the color expression in the post-
production process.
Note
“White Switch” (page 41) of the Camera menu can 
be selected from among Preset 3200K/Preset 
4300K/Preset 5500K. “Gamma” (page 45) of the 
Paint menu is locked to “S-Log2.”
Normal: Reproduces color as would be 
reproduced using a traditional camera, by the 
Matrix setting.This camcorder records audio and video on SxS 
memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots.
Use the following Sony SxS memory cards.
Available memory cards differ depending on the 
recording format.
SxS PRO+
SBP-128B, SBP-64B: Available for all recording 
formats.
SxS PRO
SBP-64A, SBP-32: XAVC 1920 × 1080P, MPEG 
1920 × 1080P/i
SxS-1
SBS-64G1A, SBS-32G1A: MPEG 1920 × 
1080P/i
Operations are not guaranteed with other memory 
cards.
These memory cards comply with the 
ExpressCard standard.
For details on using SxS memory cards and usage-
related precautions, refer to the instruction manual 
for the SxS memory card.
SxS, SxS PRO, and SxS-1 are trademarks of Sony 
Corporation.
The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned 
by Personal Computer Memory Card 
International Association (PCMCIA) and are 
licensed to Sony Corporation. All other 
trademarks are the property of their respective 
owners.
1Open the cover of the card slot block 
(page 12).
Color SpaceUsing SxS Memory 
Cards
About SxS Memory Cards
Inserting an SxS Memory Card 
						

							Using SxS Memory Cards25
Preparations
2Insert the SxS memory card into the slot 
with the SxS label facing to the right.
The ACCESS lamp (page 12) lights in red 
then changes to green once the memory card 
is ready for use.
3Close the cover.
Status indications by the ACCESS lamps
Card slots A and B are accompanied by the 
respective ACCESS lamps to indicate their status.
1Open the cover of the card slot block, 
press the EJECT button (page 12), then 
pull the button out.
2Press the EJECT button again to 
remove the card.
Note
Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned off 
or a memory card is removed while it is being accessed. 
Data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure that its 
ACCESS lamp is lit in green or off when you turn off the 
power or remove a memory card.
When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card 
slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button 
(page 12) to select the card you wish to use.
If a card becomes full, recording continues after 
automatically switching to the second card.
Note
The SLOT SELECT button is disabled while recording/
playback is in progress. Switching is not executed even 
if you press the button. The button is enabled while the 
thumbnail screen is displayed (page 34).
If an SxS memory card is not formatted, or was 
formatted with another system, the message 
“Media Needs to be Formatted” is displayed on 
the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
Format the card as instructed follows.
Using “Format Media” (page 55) in the 
Media menu, specify “Media(A)” (slot A) or 
“Media(B)” (slot B) then select “Execute.” 
On a confirmation message, select 
“Execute” again.
The in-progress message and status bar are 
displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red.
When formatting is complete, a completion 
message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to 
hide the message.
Recording/playback during formatting
You can perform recording or playback using the 
SxS memory card in the other card slot while 
formatting is in progress.
If formatting fails
A write-protected SxS memory card or memory 
card that cannot be used with this camcorder will 
not be formatted.
As a warning message is displayed, replace the 
card with an appropriate SxS memory card, 
according to the instructions in the message.
Note
All the data, including recorded pictures and setup files, 
are erased when a memory card is formatted.
While recording (or standing by to record), you 
can check the remaining space for the SxS 
memory cards loaded in the card slots on the A/B 
slot media status/remaining space indication of 
the sub display (page 15) or LCD monitor/view 
finder screen (page 17).
The available time for recording with the current 
video format (recording bit rate) is calculated 
according to the remaining space of each card and 
displayed in time units of minutes.
Note
A   icon appears if the memory card is write-
protected.
LampSlot statuses
Lights in 
redAccessing the SxS memory card 
(writing/reading data)
Lights in 
greenStandby (ready for recording or 
playback using the SxS memory card)
Off  No SxS memory card is loaded.
 The loaded card is invalid.
 An SxS memory card is loaded, but 
another slot is active.
Removing an SxS memory card
Switching Between SxS Memory 
Cards
Formatting an SxS Memory Card
Checking the Remaining Time 
Available for Recording 
						

							Using SxS Memory Cards26
Preparations
Replacing an SxS memory card
 If the available time on two cards in total 
becomes less than 5 minutes, the message 
“Media Near Full,” flashing the REC lamp, and 
a beep sound, will warn you. Replace the cards 
with those that have sufficient space.
 If you continue recording until the total 
remaining time reaches zero, the message 
changes to “Media Full,” and recording stops.
Note
Up to approximately 600 clips can be recorded on one 
SxS memory card.
If the number of recorded clips reaches the limit, the 
remaining time indication becomes “0,” and the message 
“Media Full” is displayed.
If a data error occurs in a memory card for some 
reason, the card must be restored.
If an SxS memory card that needs to be restored 
is loaded, a message prompting you to execute the 
restore operation is displayed on the LCD 
monitor/viewfinder screen.
Restore the card as instructed follows.
Select “Execute” by turning the MENU 
dial, then press the MENU dial.
During restoration, the in-progress message and 
status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp 
lights in red.
When restoration is completed, the completion 
message is displayed, then press the MENU dial 
to disappear the message.
If restoration fails
 A write-protected SxS memory card, or one on 
which an error occurred, cannot be restored. For 
such a card, a warning message is displayed. 
Release the write protection or replace the card, 
according to the instructions in the message.
 An SxS memory card on which an error 
occurred may become usable again through 
repeated formatting.
 In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be 
restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes 
possible again.
 The following operation may restore an SxS 
memory card for which the message “Could not 
Restore Some Clips” is repeatedly displayed 
each time you try the restoration process:
1Copy necessary clips to another SxS memory 
card, using the dedicated application 
software (page 74).
2Format the problem SxS memory card, using 
the format function of this camcorder.
3Copy the clips back to the SxS memory card.
Recording/playback during restoration
You can perform recording or playback using the 
SxS memory card in the other card slot while 
restoration is in progress.
Note
For restoration of media recorded with this unit, be sure 
to use this unit. Media recorded with a device other than 
this unit or with another unit of different version (even of 
the same model) may not be restored using this unit.
Restoring an SxS Memory Card 
						

							Using an SD card27
Preparations
You can store the setting value file of the camera 
on an SD card (optional). The stored file can be 
loaded from the SD card.
SDHC memory card* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, 
UHS is not compatible, Capacity: 2 GB to 32 GB)
SD memory card* (File system: FAT 16, 
Capacity: up to 2 GB)
* Indicated as “SD card” in these Operating Instructions.
1Open the cover of the card slot block 
(page 12).
2Insert the SD memory card into the slot 
with the SD label facing up.
The ACCESS lamp (page 12) lights in red 
then changes to green once the memory card 
is ready for use.
3Close the cover.
Status indications by the ACCESS lamp
Open the cover of the card slot block, 
remove the SD card by pressing the SD card 
once lightly.
Notes
 Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned 
off or a memory card is removed while it is being 
accessed. Data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure 
that its ACCESS lamp is lit in green or off when you 
turn off the power or remove a memory card. Make sure that the card does not pop out when 
inserting or removing it.
When you use an SD memory card with this 
camcorder, it must be formatted using the format 
function of this camcorder.
It is also necessary to format an SD memory card 
if a caution message is displayed when you mount 
it.
For an SD memory card that was formatted with 
another system unsupported by this camcorder, 
the message “File System Mismatch” is displayed 
on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
Format the card as instructed follows.
Using “Format Media” (page 55) in the 
Media menu, specify “SD card” then select 
“Execute.” On a confirmation message, 
select “Execute” again.
The in-progress message and status bar are 
displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red.
When formatting is complete, a completion 
message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to 
hide the message.
Note
All the data are erased when a memory card is formatted, 
and the data cannot be restored.
The remaining time can be checked on the Media 
status screen (page 10).
Note
A   icon appears if the memory card is write-
protected.
To use media formatted with this camcorder in 
the slots of other devices
Make a backup of the media, then format it using 
the other device.
Using an SD card
Usable SD Cards
Inserting an SD Card
LampSlot statuses
Lights in 
redAccessing the SD card (writing/reading 
data)
Lights in 
greenStandby
Off  No SD card is loaded.
 The loaded card is invalid.
Removing an SD memory card
Formatting an SD Memory Card
Checking the Remaining Time 
						

							Using an AXS-R528
Preparations
You can record image/audio (RAW format) data 
to the AXS (Access Memory Card System) 
recorder AXS-R5 (optional) by connecting the 
AXS recorder to the camcorder.
Note
Attach/remove the AXS-R5 while the camcorder is 
turned off.
1Press the release button of the AXS-R5 
(1) to pop up the ejection lever, then 
raise the ejection lever (2).
2Insert the projection of the AXS-R5 into 
the slot on the rear of the camcorder 
(1), then lower the ejection lever (2).
Notes
 Before attaching the AXS-R5, make sure that the 
ejection lever is raised. Before lowering the ejection lever, make sure that 
the four hooks are attached securely. If the four 
hooks are not attached securely, it may cause the 
connection to be poor or damage the camcorder 
and AXS-R5.
Press the release button and raise the 
ejection lever, then remove the AXS-R5 by 
pulling it out while sliding upward.
Note
Remove the AXS-R5 while supporting the camcorder by 
hand.
1Open the cover by sliding the memory 
slot cover open/close button on the top 
of the AXS-R5.
2Insert the AXS memory card into the 
card slot with the label facing as 
indicated below.
3Close the cover.
Open the cover of the AXS-R5, press the 
EJECT button and remove the AXS 
memory card.
Using an AXS-R5
Attaching the AXS-R5
Removing the AXS-R5
Inserting an AXS Memory Card
Removing an AXS Memory Card
Label 
						

							Using an AXS-R529
Preparations
Note
Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned off 
or a memory card is removed while it is being accessed. 
Data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure that its 
ACCESS lamp is lit in green or off when you turn off the 
power or remove a memory card.
Set “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 57) 
to “Cine EI,” and “Main Operation” in “Base 
Setting” (page 57) to “RAW” of the System 
menu.
For settings of the AXS-R5, see “AXS Recorder” 
(page 59) of the System menu.
When you use an AXS memory card with the 
AXS-R5 that is attached to the camcorder, it must 
be formatted using the format function of this 
camcorder.
It is also necessary to format an AXS memory 
card if a caution message is displayed when the 
camcorder is turned on with the AXS recorder 
attached.
For an AXS memory card that was formatted with 
another system unsupported by the AXS-R5, the 
message “Media Needs to be Formatted” is 
displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
Format the AXS memory card as follows.
Using “Format Media” (page 55) in the 
Media menu, specify “AXS Memory” (slot 
B), then select “Execute.”
An in-progress message and status bar are 
displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red.
When formatting is complete, a completion 
message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to 
hide the message.
Note
When formatting, all data in an AXS memory card are 
erased and cannot be restored.
While recording (or standing by to record), you 
can check the time remaining for the AXS 
memory cards on the AXS memory status/
remaining space indication of the sub display (page 15) or LCD monitor/view finder screen 
(page 17).
The available time for recording with the current 
video format (recording bit rate) is calculated 
according to the remaining space of each card and 
displayed in time units of minutes.
Note
A   icon appears if the memory card is write-
protected.
If a data error occurs on the AXS memory card for 
some reason, the card must be restored.
If an AXS memory card that needs to be restored 
is connected, a message prompting you to execute 
restoration is displayed on the LCD monitor/
viewfinder screen.
Restore the card as instructed follows.
Select “Execute” by turning the MENU 
dial, then press the MENU dial.
During restoration, the in-progress message and 
status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp 
lights in red.
When restoration is completed, the completion 
message is displayed, then press the MENU dial 
to disappear the message.
If restoration fails
 A write-protected AXS memory card or one on 
which an error occurred cannot be restored. For 
such a card, a warning message is displayed. 
Release the write protection or replace the card, 
according to the instructions in the message.
 An AXS memory card on which an error 
occurred may become usable again through 
repeated formatting.
 In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be 
restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes 
possible again.
Note
For restoration of media recorded with this unit, be sure 
to use this unit. Media recorded with a device other than 
this unit or with another unit of different version (even of 
the same model) may not be restored using this unit.
Recording to an AXS Memory Card
Formatting an AXS Memory Card
Checking the Remaining Time 
Available for Recording
Restoring the AXS Memory Card 
						

							Basic Operation Procedure30
Recording
Basic recording can be performed with the 
following procedures.
1Make sure that the necessary devices 
are attached to the camcorder and 
power is supplied to them.
2Load the memory card(s).
If you load two cards, recording is continued 
by automatically switching to the second 
card when the first card becomes full.
3Set the power switch (page 10) to the ON 
position.
The recording screen is displayed on the 
LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
4Press the REC button (page 9).
The REC lamp lights and recording begins.
5To stop recording, press the REC 
button again.
Recording stops and the camcorder enters 
STBY (recording standby) mode.
Playing a recorded clip
You can play the recorded clip while the 
camcorder is in standby mode.
1Insert the SxS memory card.
2Press the VIEW button in the function 
button (page 12) once to display the 
VIEW-1 screen.
3Search the desired clip by pressing Prev 
or F Rev button on the sub display.
4Press the Play/Pause button on the sub 
display.
The playback image appears on the 
viewfinder.Playback operation is performed by the buttons 
on the sub display.
Play/Pause button: Pauses playback. To resume 
playback, press this button again.
F Fwd button/F Rev button: Plays fast. To return 
to normal playback, press the Play/Pause 
button.
Stop button: Stops playback or recording.
Monitoring audio
In normal playback mode, you can monitor the 
recorded audio signals through the built-in 
speaker (page 9) or connected headphones.
When connecting the headphones to the 
headphones connector (page 12), the built-in 
speaker is turned off.
You can select audio channel to be monitored and 
adjust the sound volume with “Audio Output” 
(page 49) in the Audio menu.
Cueing Up
To start playback from the top of the clip
Press the Prev button or Next button on the sub 
display (page 15). You can cue to the top of the 
desired clip by pressing the button repeatedly.
Switching the SxS memory cards
When two memory cards are loaded, press the 
SLOT SELECT button (page 12) to switch 
memory cards.
Note
You cannot switch SxS memory cards during playback.
Continuous playback of cards in slots A and B is not 
possible.
Switching to the AXS memory card
You can play the picture that is recorded on the 
AXS memory card in the AXS-R5 by developing 
simply. To switch to the AXS memory card, press 
the SELECT button of the AXS-R5. The 
playback signal is output from the AUX OUT 
connector of the AXS-R5.
Recording
Basic Operation Procedure