Sony Pmv F5 Manual

							Setup Menu List91
Settings
Rec FormatSetting the 
recording formatFormat
XAVC 4096 × 2160P (PMW-
F55 or PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX 
only)
XAVC 3840 × 2160P (PMW-
F55 or PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX 
only)
XAVC 2048 × 1080P
XAVC 1920 × 1080P
MPEG 1920 × 1080i
MPEG 1280 × 720P
SStP SR-SQ 444
SStP SR-SQ 422
SStP SR-Lite 422
DNxHD 220x HD P/i*
DNxHD 145 HD P/i*
ProRes 422 HQ HD P/i*
ProRes 422 HD P/i*
* When the CBK-55PD is 
applied.Sets the video format to be recorded on the SxS memory card.
The settable format for recording differs depending on the 
setting of “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System 
menu and “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System 
menu. 
When system frequency is set to 59.94 or 50
When system frequency is set to 29.97, 25, or 23.98
When system frequency is set to 24
** “Rec Control” of the Recording menu needs to be set to 
“SxS&AXS.”
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Recording formatMain Operation
YPbPrRGBRAW**
XAVC 4096 × 2160Pa––
XAVC 3840 × 2160Pa––
XAVC 2048 × 1080Paaa
XAVC 1920 × 1080Paaa
MPEG 1920 × 1080iaaa
MPEG 1280 × 720Pa––
SStP SR-SQ 422a––
DNxHD 220x HD ia––
DNxHD 145 HD ia––
ProRes 422 HQ HD ia––
ProRes 422 HD ia––
Recording formatMain Operation
YPbPrRGBRAW**
XAVC 4096 × 2160Pa––
XAVC 3840 × 2160Pa––
XAVC 2048 × 1080Paaa
XAVC 1920 × 1080Paaa
MPEG 1920 × 1080Paaa
SStP SR-SQ 444 –a–
SStP SR-SQ 422a––
SStP SR-Lite 422a––
DNxHD 220x HD Pa––
DNxHD 145 HD Pa––
ProRes 422 HQ HD Pa––
ProRes 422 HD Pa––
Recording formatMain Operation
YPbPrRGBRAW**
XAVC 4096 × 2160Pa––
XAVC 2048 × 1080Paaa
SStP SR-SQ 444 –a–
SStP SR-SQ 422a––
SStP SR-Lite 422a––
ProRes 422 HQ HD Pa––
ProRes 422 HD Pa–– 
						

							Setup Menu List92
Settings
GenlockSetting Genlock 
operationReference
Internal / External (HD) / 
External (SD)Displays the genlock status. When genlocked, the signal type 
is displayed.
Internal: Not genlocked.
External (HD): Genlocked by the HD signal.
External (SD): Genlocked by the SD signal.
Assignable 
Button
Assigning 
functions to the 
assignable buttons to  ( to ), Lens 
RET
Off / Marker / Zebra / Peaking / 
Display / Video Signal Monitor 
/ VF Focus Magnifier / 
VF Mode / Rec / S&Q Motion / 
Picture Cache Rec / Rec Review 
/ High/Low Key / White 
Memory / VF High Contrast / 
Color BarsAssign a function to the ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 (5/6/7/8) buttons 
and RET button on the lens.
Marker: Turns the center marker, safety zone, aspect marker, 
and guide frame functions on/off as a group.
Zebra: Turns the zebra function on/off.
Peaking: Turns the peaking function on/off.
Display: Turns the indications of status/setting on the monitor 
on/off.
Video Signal Monitor: Switches the waveform indication 
(Off/Waveform/Vector/Histogram) for the output signal from 
SDI (Sub).
VF Focus Magnifier: Turn the Focus Magnifier function of 
the viewfinder on/off.
VF Mode: Switches between color and mono display on the 
viewfinder.
Rec: Executes the start/stop recording. (The lamp of the 
ASSIGN button lights up while recording.)
S&Q Motion: Turns the Slow & Quick motion function on/
off.
Picture Cache Rec: Turn the Picture Cache Rec function on/
off.
Rec Review: Performs Rec Review.
High/Low Key: Switches between High Key (monitoring 
display for high key blown-out highlights), Low Key 
(monitoring display for low key clipped blacks), and Off 
(normal display).
White Memory: Switches between Memory A and Memory B 
of “White Switch.”
VF High Contrast: Enhances the contrast of the pictures on 
the viewfinder.
Color Bars: Turn the color bar on/off.
Tip
When attaching the CBK-55BK, “ASSIGN 5 to 8” is 
displayed.
“Color Bars” is assigned to ASSIGN 5 for the default setting.
Menu Dial Assign
Off / S&Q Frame Rate(Step)Assign a function to the MENU dial.
S&Q Frame Rate(Step): Selects the frame rate that is selected 
in “Frame Rate to ” when “Setting” in “S&Q Motion” 
is set to “On.”
S&Q Frame Rate to 
1FPS to 240FPS
Default setting
S&Q Frame Rate: 24FPS
S&Q Frame Rate: 32FPS
S&Q Frame Rate: 48FPS
S&Q Frame Rate: 60FPS
S&Q Frame Rate: 90FPS
S&Q Frame Rate: 120FPSSets the frame rate that is selected in “S&Q Frame 
Rate(Step).”
You can select from 1 to 60, 72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 
125, 135, 144, 150, 160, 168, 175, 180, and 240FPS.
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							Setup Menu List93
Settings
Switch/LampSetting for the 
switch/lampRec Lamp
On / OffTurns the Rec lamp on/off.
Lock Switch Setting
without Rec Button / with 
Rec ButtonSets whether to include the Rec button on the buttons that are 
locked by the LOCK switch.
(When the Rec function is assigned to the assignable button, 
the button is treated as the Rec button.)
Menu Dial Scroll
Normal / LoopSelects the scroll method for the menu operation.
Menu Dial Direction
Normal / ReverseSelects the scroll direction for the menu operation.
Set Key on Thumbnail
Pause / PlaySets the behavior when pressing the MENU dial while 
selecting a thumbnail.
Fan ControlSetting the fan 
control modeSetting
Auto / Minimum / Off in RecSets the fan control mode of the camcorder and AXS recorder 
that is connected to the camcorder.
Battery AlarmSetting for the 
batteryNear End:Info Battery
5% to 100% (in steps of 5%)Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is 
generated.
End:Info Battery
0% to 5%Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is 
generated.
Near End:Sony Battery
11.5V to 17V (in steps of 0.1V)Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is 
generated.
End:Sony Battery
11.0V to 11.5V (in steps of 
0.1V)Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is 
generated.
Near End:Other Battery
11.5V to 17V (11.8V) (in steps 
of 0.1V)Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is 
generated.
End:Other Battery
11.0V to 14V (in steps of 0.1V)Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is 
generated.
Detected Battery
Sony Info Battery / Sony 
Battery / Other Battery / DC INDisplays the type of power supply.
DC Voltage 
Alarm
Setting the 
warning of the 
input voltageDC Low Voltage1
11.5V to 17.0VSets the DC IN voltage at which the low input voltage 
warning is generated.
DC Low Voltage2
11.0V to 14.0VSets the DC IN voltage at which the lack of any input voltage 
warning is generated.
LanguageSelecting the 
language for 
menus and 
messagesSelect
English / Selects the language for menus and messages.
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							Setup Menu List94
Settings
Clock SetSetting the built-in 
clockTime Zone
UTC –12:00 Kwajalein to UTC 
+14:00Sets the time-zone difference from UTC in steps of 30 
minutes.
Date Mode
YYMMDD / MMDDYY / 
DDMMYYSelects the display mode of the date.
YYMMDD: In sequence of year, month, day
MMDDYY: In sequence of month, day, year
DDMMYY: In sequence of day, month, year
12H/24H
12H / 24HSelects the display mode of time.
12H: 12-hour mode
24H: 24-hour mode
Date Sets the current date.
SET: Sets the date.
Time Sets the current time.
SET: Sets the time.
Hours MeterDisplaying the 
hours meterHours(System) Displays the non-resettable accumulated time of use.
Hours(Reset) Displays the resettable accumulated time of use.
Reset
Execute / CancelResets the “Hours(Reset)” value to 0.
Execute: Execute resetting.
AXS RecorderSetting for the 
AXS recorder
Note
This item cannot 
be selected when 
the AXS recorder 
(AXS-R5) is not 
attached.Chunk
Off / 16GB / 8GB / 4GBThis setting is for dividing the clip to the specified size while 
recording on the AXS memory card.
Version Displays the software version of AXS-R5.
Hours Meter (System) Displays the non-resettable accumulated time of use for AXS-
R5.
Hours Meter (Reset) Displays the resettable accumulated time of use for AXS-R5.
Reset Hours Meter
Execute / CancelResets the “Hours Meter (Reset)” value to 0.
Execute: Executes resetting.
Basic 
Authentication
Setting for the 
basic 
authentication of 
the networkUser Name
(admin)Set a desired user name in 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters.
Password
(pmw-f5 or pmw-f55)Sets a password in 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters.
Wi-FiSetting for Wi-Fi 
connectionWi-Fi
Enable / DisableSelect whether to enable or disable Wi-Fi connection.
SSID & Password Displays the SSID and password of the camcorder.
Wi-Fi Direct Connection
Execute / CancelStarts connecting process by the Wi-Fi Direct function.
Execute: Executing.
Client Displays the status of the connected client device (device 
name or Mac address).
IP Address
10.0.0.1Displays the IP address.
Subnet Mask
255.255.0.0Displays the subnet mask.
MAC Address Display the MAC address.
Regenerate Password
Execute / CancelRegenerates the password.
Execute: Executing.
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Settings
All ResetResetting to the 
factory statusReset
Execute/CancelResets the camcorder to the factory status.
Execute: Executes resetting.
OptionSettings and 
display of the 
optionDNxHD/ProRes
a / ×When the expansion codec board CBK-55PD (optional) is 
attached, “a” is displayed.
4K/QFHD XAVC
a / ×When the 4K upgrade license CBKZ-55PX for the PMW-F5 
(optional) is installed, “a” is displayed.
Install Option Select when installing the upgrade license.
ID Displays the camcorder-specific ID that is set when the 
license key is acquired.
VersionShowing the 
version of this 
camcorderNumber
Vx.xxDisplays the current software version of the camcorder.
Version Up
Execute / CancelUpgrades the camcorder.
Execute: Executes.
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							Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices96
External Devices Connection
To display recording/playback pictures on an 
external monitor, select the output signal and use 
an appropriate cable for the monitor to be 
connected.
An output signal from the camcorder can be 
recorded when a recording device is connected. 
The same status information and menus can be 
displayed on the external monitor as those on the 
viewfinder screen.
According to the signal fed to the monitor, set 
“Output Display” (page 79) in the Video menu to 
“On.”
SDI OUT connector (BNC type)
Set the on/off setting of the output, and output 
format in the Video menu (page 77).
Use a commercially available 75-ohm coaxial 
cable for connection.
Note
Be sure to ground between the camcorder and external 
device before turning the power on. (We recommend to 
turn on the camcorder and external device after 
connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable.)
When connecting an external device to the camcorder 
while the camcorder is turned on, connect the external 
device after connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable to the 
external device.
To start synchronized recording on an external 
device
With SDI signal output selected, synchronized 
recording is possible by feeding a REC trigger 
signal to an external recording device connected 
via the SDI OUT connector. To enable 
synchronized recording, set “SDI Rec Control” 
(page 84) in the Recording menu to “On.”
Note
When a connected external device does not correspond 
to a REC trigger signal, the device cannot be operated.
HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector)
Set the on/off setting of the output, and output 
format in the Video menu (page 77).
Use a commercially available HDMI cable for 
connection.
TEST OUT connector (BNC type)
Use a commercially available BNC cable for 
connection.
DC OUT connector (4-pin)
Supplies DC 12 V power to an accessory when 
the power switch is set to ON.
You can output the REC Tally signal and input 
the REC Trigger signal through the DC OUT 
connector.
External Devices Connection
Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices
No.SignalI/OSpecification
1 UNREG GND – GND for UNREG
2 REC TALLY OUT Open Collector 
output (Max. 50 mA)
Low: REC
3 REC TRIGGER IN Open or +5 V dc: 
Normal
GND: Active (REC)
4 UNREG +12 V 
OUTOUT +11 V to 17 V dc 
output
4-pin, Female
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							Operating Clips With a Computer97
External Devices Connection
To use the ExpressCard slot of a 
computer
If the computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/
34 or ExpressCard/54 slot, you can directly insert 
the SxS memory card containing clips recorded 
with this camcorder and access the files.
Notes
 The SxS Device Driver Software must be installed on 
your computer.
 Operation is not guaranteed with all computers.
For support information for the driver, visit the 
following URL: 
http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/
With a Windows computer, check that a 
Removable Disk appears in My Computer. This 
indicates normal status.
With a Macintosh computer, an icon is displayed 
on the menu bar.
To connect with a USB cable
When you connect the camcorder or the SBAC-
US20 SxS Memory Card USB Reader/Writer 
(optional) using a USB cable, the memory card in 
the slot is acknowledged as an extended drive by 
the computer.
When two memory cards are mounted in this 
camcorder, they are acknowledged as two 
independent extended drives by the computer.
Note
The camcorder does not work on the bus power from the 
computer. Supply the operating power.
To check the connection to the camcorder
1Set the power switch to ON to turn on 
the camcorder.
A message prompting you to confirm that 
you wish to enable the USB connection is 
displayed on the viewfinder screen.
This message will not be displayed while another 
confirmation message or in-progress message (e.g., 
for formatting or restoring of an SxS memory card) 
is shown on the screen. It appears when formatting 
or restoration has completed. The USB connection 
is disabled while recording, playing, or displaying 
thumbnail.
2Select “Execute” by turning the MENU 
dial.
3With Windows, check that the memory 
card is displayed as a removable disk in 
My Computer.
With Macintosh, check that a “NO 
NAME” or “Untitled” folder was 
created on the desktop. (The Macintosh 
folder name can be changed.)
Notes
 The following operations must be avoided when the 
ACCESS lamp is lit in red.
—Turning the power off or disconnecting the power 
cord
—Removing the SxS memory card
—Disconnecting the USB cable
 When removing an SxS memory card from a 
Macintosh, do not select “Card Power Off” from the 
SxS memory card icon displayed on the menu bar.
 Operation is not guaranteed with all computers.
Using a nonlinear editing system
For a nonlinear editing system, optional editing 
software that corresponds to the recording 
formats used with this camcorder is required.
Store the clips to be edited on the HDD of your 
computer in advance, using the dedicated 
application software.
Operating Clips With a 
Computer
Note 
						

							External Synchronization98
External Devices Connection
When multiple units of the camcorder are used in 
the same shooting location, synchronized 
recording can be made with a specific reference 
signal, and the timecode can be matched among 
all the units.
Aligning the phase of the video signal 
(Genlock)
Genlock operation is enabled by supplying a 
reference signal to the GENLOCK IN connector 
(page 16) of the camcorder.
Valid reference signals depend on the system 
frequency setting.
You can check the genlock status on “Reference” 
in “Genlock” (page 92) of the System menu.
Notes
 If the reference signal is unstable, genlock is not 
possible.
 The subcarrier is not synchronized.
Synchronizing the timecode of your 
camcorder with that of another unit
Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode 
in which the timecode output keeps advancing 
(Free Run mode).
1Set “Timecode” in the TC/UB menu as 
follows:
Mode: Preset (Ext-Lk)
Run: Free Run
2Confirm that the TC IN/OUT switch 
(page 16) is set to IN, then supply an HD 
or SD reference video signal to the 
GENLOCK IN connector (page 16) and 
the reference timecode to the TC 
connector (page 16).
The built-in timecode generator of your 
camcorder locks to the reference timecode, and 
the message “Ext-Lk” is displayed on the screen.
About 10 seconds after locking, even if the 
reference timecode from the external device is 
disconnected, the external lock will be kept.
Notes
 Check that the reference timecode and the reference 
video signal are in a phase relation that complies with 
the SMPTE timecode standards.
 When you finish the above procedure, the timecode is 
immediately synchronized with the external timecode, 
and the time data indication will show the value of the 
external timecode. However, wait for a few seconds 
until the timecode generator stabilizes before 
recording.
 If the frequency of the reference video signal and the 
frame frequency are not the same, a lock cannot be 
acquired, and the camcorder will not operate properly. 
In such a case, the timecode will not be correctly 
locked to the external timecode.
 When the connection is removed, the timecode 
advance may shift one frame per hour with respect to 
the reference timecode.
To release the external timecode 
synchronization
Change the “Timecode” setting in the TC/UB 
menu.
External synchronization is also released when 
you start recording in a special recording mode.
External Synchronization
System frequencyValid reference 
signal
59.94P 1920 × 1080 59.94i
720 × 486 59.94i
59.94i 1920 × 1080 59.94i
720 × 486 59.94i
50P 1920 × 1080 50i
720 × 576 50i
50i 1920 × 1080 50i
720 × 576 50i
29.97P 1920 × 1080 59.94i
720 × 486 59.94i
25P 1920 × 1080 50i
720 × 576 50i
24P 1920 × 1080 48i
(24PsF)
23.98P 1920 × 1080 47.95i
(23.98PsF) 
						

							Important Notes on Operation99
Appendices
Use and Storage
Do not subject the unit to severe shock
The internal mechanism may be damaged or the 
body warped.
Do not cover the unit while operating
Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can 
cause excessive internal heat build-up.
After use
Always set the power switch to OFF.
Before storing the unit for a long period
Remove the battery pack.
Do not leave the camcorder with the lenses 
facing the sun
Direct sunlight can enter through the lenses, be 
focused in the camcorder, and cause fire.
Shipping
 Remove the memory cards before transporting 
the unit.
 If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other 
transportation service, pack it in the shipping 
carton of the unit.
Care of the unit
If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, 
dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in 
a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not 
use organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, as 
these may cause discoloration or other damage to 
the finish of the unit.
In the event of operating problems
If you should experience problems with the unit, 
contact your Sony dealer.
Note about the battery terminal
The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for 
battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable 
part.
Power may not be supplied to the unit properly if 
the pins of the battery terminal are bent or 
deformed by shock or vibrations, or if they 
become corroded due to prolonged outdoor use.Periodic inspections are recommended to keep 
the unit working properly and to prolong its 
usable lifetime.
Contact a Sony service or sales representative for 
more information about inspections.
Use and storage locations
Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or 
storing the unit in the following places:
 In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature 
range: 0ºC to 40ºC or 32ºF to 104ºF)
Remember that in summer in warm climates the 
temperature inside a car with the windows 
closed can easily exceed 50ºC (122ºF).
 In damp or dusty locations
 Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain
 Locations subject to violent vibration
 Near strong magnetic fields
 Close to radio or TV transmitters producing 
strong electromagnetic fields.
 In direct sunlight or close to heaters for 
extended periods
To prevent electromagnetic interference from 
portable communications devices
The use of portable telephones and other 
communications devices near this unit can result 
in malfunctions and interference with audio and 
video signals.
It is recommended that the portable 
communications devices near this unit be 
powered off.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage the CMOS image 
sensors. If you shoot a scene that includes a laser 
beam, be careful not to let the laser beam be 
directed into the lens of the camcorder.
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Important Notes on Operation 
						

							Important Notes on Operation100
Appendices
About the LCD monitor
 Do not leave the LCD monitor facing direct 
sunlight, as this may damage the LCD monitor.
 Do not press/swipe the LCD monitor forcefully, 
or leave objects on the LCD monitor, as it may 
cause a malfunction, such as picture 
irregularity, etc.
 The LCD monitor may become warm in use. 
This is not a malfunction.
About the stuck pixels
The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured 
with high precision technology, giving a 
functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a 
very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck”, 
either always off (black), always on (red, green, 
or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long 
period of use, because of the physical 
characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such 
“stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These 
problems are not a malfunction, and will not be 
recorded on recording media.
Phenomena specific to CMOS image 
sensors
The following phenomena that may appear in 
images are specific to CMOS (Complementary 
Metal Oxide Semiconductor) image sensors.
They do not indicate malfunctions.
White flecks
Although the CMOS image sensors are produced 
with high-precision technologies, fine white 
flecks may be generated on the screen in rare 
cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of CMOS image 
sensors and is not a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the 
following cases: 
 when operating at a high environmental 
temperature
 when you have raised the master gain 
(sensitivity)
 when operating in Slow-Shutter mode
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they 
may appear jagged or flicker.Focal plane (PMW-F5 only)
Owing to the characteristics of the pickup 
elements (CMOS sensors) for reading video 
signals, subjects that quickly move across the 
screen may appear slightly skewed.
Flash band (PMW-F5 only)
The luminance at the top and bottom of the screen 
may change when shooting a flashlight beam or a 
light source that quickly flashes.
Flicker (PMW-F5 only)
Shooting under the lights of a discharge lamp 
such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium-vapor lamp, 
mercury-vapor lamp, etc., may cause flickering, 
color change, or vertical stripes.
Note on the display
 Pictures on the viewfinder screen may be 
distorted by the following operations:
—Changing the video format
—Starting playback from the Thumbnail 
screen
 When you change the eye direction in the 
viewfinder, you may see primary colors red, 
green, and blue, but this is not a defect of the 
camcorder. These primary colors are not 
recorded on any recording media.
Fragmentation
If pictures cannot be recorded/reproduced 
properly, try formatting the recording medium.
While repeating picture recording/playback with 
a certain recording medium for an extended 
period, files in the medium may be fragmented, 
disabling proper recording/storage. In such a 
case, make a backup of clips in the medium then 
perform formatting of the medium using “Format 
Media” (page 85) in the Media menu.