Sony F65 Manual

OPERATION MANUAL[English]
2nd Edition
DIGITAL MOTION PICTURE CAMERA
F65
F65 UPGRADE KIT
CBK-65EL 

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Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly 
and retain it for future reference.
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moisture.
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cabinet. Refer serv icing to qualified 
personnel only.
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures 
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous 
radiation exposure. Do not open the outer case and 
disassemble or otherwise...

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Dieser Digital Motion Picture Camera ist als 
LASERPRODUKT DER KLASSE 1 eingestuft.
Eigenschaften des internen Lasermoduls
Wellenlänge : 850 nm
Emissionsdauer : Pulsmodulation
Laser-Ausgangsleistung : 4...

5Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features ...........................................................................7
1-2 Example of System Configuration ..............................10
1-2-1 SR-R4 Docking System  .................................................11
1-3 Locations and Functions of Parts  ...............................12
Chapter 2 Installation and Preparations
2-1 Mounting the SR-R4  .....................................................17
2-2 Attaching a...

6Table of Contents
3-3-16 Checking the Self-Diagnostic Results  ......................... 35
3-4 VF Menu Basic Operation  ........................................... 35
3-5 Setting the Shooting Mode  ......................................... 37
3-6 Setting the Output Signal  ............................................ 38
3-6-1 Adjusting the Output Signal Image  ............................... 38
3-6-2 Selecting the Viewfinder Output Signal  ........................ 39
3-7 Viewing and Setting the...

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  Chapter 1   Overview
Chapter
Features
1Overview
1-1 Features
The F65 is a digital motion picture camera equipped with 
a Super 35-mm type CMOS sensor array with a total of 20 
Megapixels.
The camera is incorporated with newly developed imagers 
and a digital signal-processing LSI that yield images of a 
high quality for cinematic, commercial, and dramatic 
production applications. The camera also supports the 
features of a “production camera” up to details in its shape, 
button and indicator...

8Features
  Chapter 1   Overview
 A video assist monitor image using Hi/Lo Key, MAG, or other effects can be selected for output on SDI2, in 
addition to the standard LUT. 
The SDI1 system supports “Graded ACES” and “Look 
Profile” settings that perform color conversion using a 
built-in 3D LUT. The F65 employs a 3D LUT with 
17×17×17 lattice to obtain a contour line signal for areas 
of smoothly varying luminous intensity. 
The recording signal is not affected, allowing the 
processing to be improved...

9Features
  Chapter 1   Overview
Anamorphic format support
Normal VF/SDI video, without distortion, is output when 
using a 2x anamorphic lens.
Supports various setup methods
The F65 can be configured from a variety of devices. The 
basic configuration is performed on the camera’s 
subdisplay. However, detailed settings can be performed 
from the menu (VF Menu) displayed in the viewfinder or 
on a monitor connected to the SDI OUT connector. You 
can also make detailed settings by displaying the menu in...

10Example of System Configuration
  Chapter 1   Overview
1-2 Example of System Configuration
The diagram below shows a system configuration example 
for use of this camera.
This manual assumes the use of an optional Sony HD 
Electronic Viewfinder. For more information about the fittings, connections, or 
use of additional equipment and accessories, see “Chapter 
2 Installation and Preparations” (page 17) as well as the 
operation manuals for the connected equipment.
If attaching and using products, such...