Sony PDW-D1 Professional Disc Drive Unit Operation Manual

Professional Disc Drive Unit
PDW-D1
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 2)
English
Important Safety Instructions
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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-type
plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug dose not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
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moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified
personnel only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE
EARTHED.
IMPORTANT
The name plate is located on the bottom.
(When the unit is oriented vertically.)
CAUTION
The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
CAUTION
The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a book case or built-in
cabinet.
This apparatus is provided with a main
switch on the rear panel. Install this
apparatus so that user can access the main
switch easily.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS
APPLICABLE FOR OTHER
COUNTRIES.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core
mains lead)/Appliance Connector/Plug
with earthing-contacts that conforms to
the safety regulations of each country if
applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead)/
Appliance Connector/Plug conforming to
the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).
This symbol is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage”
within the product’s
enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of important
operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the
literature accompanying
the appliance.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS
APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power
cord specified below.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER
CORD.
Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin
(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)
Cord
Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG
wires
Length
Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.),
Less than 2.5 m (8 ft. 3 in.)
Rating
Minimum 10 A, 125 V
If you have questions on the use of the
above Power Cord/Appliance Connector/
Plug, please consult a qualified service
personnel.
When installing the installation space must
be secured in consideration of the
ventilation and service operation.
• Do not block the ventilation slots at the
front and rear panels, and vents of fans.
• Leave a space around the unit for
ventilation.
• Leave more than 10 cm of space in the
rear of the unit to secure the operation
area.
When the unit is installed on the desk or the
like, leave at least 0.5 cm of space on the
front and rear sides.
Leaving 5 cm or more of space above the
unit is recommended for service operation.
The PDW-D1 is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT.
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V
may require the use of a different line cord
or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the
risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
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Laser diode properties
Wavelength: 403 to 410 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output power: 65 mW (max. of
pulse peak), 35 mW (max. of CW)
Tekniska data för laserdiod
Våglängd: 403 till 410 nm
Emissionslängd: Kontinuerlig
Laseruteffekt: 65 mW (max. för
pulstopp), 35 mW (max. för kontinuerlig
våg)
Spesifikasjoner laserdiode
Bølgelengde: 403 til 410 nm
Strålingens varighet: Kontinuerlig
Laserens effekt: 65 mW (maks
stråletoppunkt), 35 mW (maks ved
kontinuerlig stråling)
Laserdiodin ominaisuudet
Aallon pituus: 403 - 410 nm
Välityksen kesto: Jatkuva
Laserlähdön teho: 65 mW (sykehuipun
maks.), 35 mW (jatkuvan aallon maks.)
Dette merket er plassert på oversiden av
driverenheten.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA
KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA
BRUKSANVISNING SPECIFICERATS,
KAN ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR
LASERKLASS 1.
For the customers in the USA
This label is located on the top panel of the
drive unit.
Denna etikett finns på ovansidan av
driftenheten.
Denne mærkat sidder på drevenhedens
øverste panel.
Tämä kyltti sijaitsee ajurilaitteen
yläpinnalla.
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This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures;
For the customers in the USA
and Canada
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning
your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection
and recycling location
nearest you.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect
peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
For more information regarding recycling
of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium-ion batteries.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call;
Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800222-7669 or http://www.sony.com
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name
: SONY
Model
: PDW-D1
Responsible Party
: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address
: 16450 W.
Bernardo Dr, San
Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.
Telephone Number : 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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For the customers in Europe
This product with the CE marking complies
with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/
EEC) issued by the Commission of the
European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies
conformity to the following European
standards:
• EN60065: Product Safety
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic
Interference (Emission)
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic
Susceptibility (Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the
following Electromagnetic
Environment(s):
E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light
industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4
(controlled EMC environment, ex. TV
studio).
Voor de Klanten in Nederland
• Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze
in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).
• Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde
batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te
worden tijdens de levensduur van het
apparaat.
• Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de
batterij toch vervangen moet worden.
De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden
door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.
• Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de
levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij
zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt
worden.
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For the Customers in Taiwan
only
Table of Contents
Before Using the Unit ....................................................................9
Setting the Line Mode ..............................................................9
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features ...................................................................................10
1-2 Example of Use ........................................................................12
1-3 System Requirements .............................................................13
1-4 MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License .............................14
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
2-1 Front Panel ..............................................................................15
2-2 Rear Panel ...............................................................................17
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-1 Software Installation ..............................................................18
3-1-1 Windows Installation ....................................................18
3-1-2 Macintosh Installation ...................................................19
3-2 Connections and Settings ........................................................20
3-2-1 Connecting to a Nonlinear Editing System (AV/C Connection) .........................................................................................20
3-2-2 Connecting to a Computer (FAM connection) ..............21
3-3 Power Preparations ................................................................23
3-3-1 Using AC Power ...........................................................23
3-3-2 Using a Battery Pack .....................................................23
3-4 Setting the Date and Time .....................................................24
3-5 Handling Discs ........................................................................25
3-5-1 Discs Used for Recording and Playback .......................25
3-5-2 Notes on Handling .........................................................25
3-5-3 Write-Protecting Discs ..................................................25
3-5-4 Loading and Unloading a Disc ......................................26
3-5-5 Formatting a Disc ..........................................................26
3-5-6 To Eject Discs With the Unit Powered Off ...................26
3-5-7 Handling of Discs When Recording Does Not End Normal-
Table of Contents
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ly (Salvage Function) ..............................................................27
3-5-8 Condensation .................................................................27
3-6 Preparations for Recording and Playback ...........................28
3-6-1 Preparations for Recording ...........................................28
3-6-2 Preparations for Playback .............................................28
Chapter 4 Handling Files
4-1 Overview ..................................................................................30
4-1-1 Directory Structure ........................................................30
4-1-2 File Operation Restrictions ............................................31
4-1-3 Assigning User-Defined Clip Titles ..............................34
4-1-4 Assigning User-Defined Clip and Clip List Names ......35
4-2 Preparations for File Access ..................................................36
4-3 File Access Operations (Windows) .......................................37
Chapter 5 Using the Utility Software
5-1 Starting and Exiting ...............................................................38
5-1-1 Starting ..........................................................................38
5-1-2 Exiting ...........................................................................39
5-2 Names and Functions of Parts................................................40
5-3 Details of Functions ................................................................42
5-3-1 Device Information Menu .............................................42
5-3-2 Setup Menu ...................................................................43
5-3-3 Disc Operation Menu ....................................................51
Appendix
Specifications................................................................................. 52
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Table of Contents
Before Using the
Unit
Setting the Line Mode
This unit is shipped with the line mode still
unset. Therefore you need to set the line
mode before using the unit. (The unit
cannot be used unless the line mode is set.)
Once it is set, the line mode is retained even
when the unit is powered off.
Setting procedure
Use the following procedure to set the line
mode.
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2
Power the unit on (see page 16).
Start the utility software (see page 38).
In the Line mode box of the Basic
information screen, “----” appears.
For details of installation of the utility
software, see “Utility software” (page 18).
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Click the Set button.
“Turn off/on POWER!” appears.
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7
8
On a Macintosh computer, click the
“Change Connection” button to switch
to “AVc/Log out.”
Exit the utility software (see page 39).
Power the unit off, and then power it
on again.
The selected line mode becomes
available for use.
You can change the setting made with this
procedure by using setup menu item “AV
settings” - “525/625 SYSTEM SELECT.” See
5-3-2 “Setup Menu” (page 43) for more
information about how to make setup menu
settings.
Note
The line mode is not set, or is cleared, in the
following situation. Reset the line mode.
• The unit is powered off before
performing step 6 in the previous
procedure.
For details of the utility software, see Chapter
5, “Using the Utility Software” (page 38).
3
In the tree display, select “Setup” “AV settings.”
Menu item “525/625 SYSTEM
SELECT” appears in the operating
screen.
4
Using the V/v buttons or the up and
down arrow keys on the keyboard,
select “525” or “625.”
Setting
Line mode
525
525: NTSC
625
625: PAL
Before Using the Unit
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Chapter 1 Overview
Overview
1-1 Features
The PDW-D1 is a compact and lightweight
disc drive which, connected to a nonlinear
editor, allows recording/playback of video/
audio data. Connected to a computer, it can
also be used to write and read video/audio
data files and general-purpose data files.
In conjunction with a laptop computer it is
ideal for field use, or for building a budget
video production system together with a
nonlinear editor.
The features of the PDW-D1 include the
following.
DVCAM format recording/
playback
By accessing this unit from a computer with
the AV/C (Audio/Video Control) protocol,
you can record or play back a DVCAM 1)
format data stream.
1) DVCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
DVCAM output from MPEG
IMX recorded disc
By playing back a disc recorded in MPEG
IMX 1) format from a computer with the
AV/C protocol, a signal converted to the
DVCAM format can be output.
1) MPEG IMX is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
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1-1 Features
1
Chapter
Recording video and audio
data as files
You can record video and audio data in
MPEG IMX format or DVCAM format as
files, through the S400 (i.LINK)
connector.
Proxy AV data
The proxy AV data is a low-resolution,
MPEG-4 based version of the fullresolution MPEG IMX/DVCAM stream.
When a full-resolution MPEG IMX/
DVCAM file is transferred, a proxy AV
stream file that is time code synchronized
with the full-resolution stream, is also
created automatically on the disc. This
proxy AV data, which is smaller in size, is
easier to work with and can be transferred at
upto 30 times faster than real time.
IT-friendly system through
i.LINK interface
In the Professional Disc, clips are recorded
as video and audio data files. This filebased recording system also allows material
to be viewed directly on a computer linked
to the PDW-D1 via an i.LINK (file access
mode, called FAM below) connection-in
the same way that a computer reads data
files on an external drive. The interfaces
include the S400 (i.LINK) connector,
supporting AV/C (Audio/Video Control)
and i.LINK (FAM) protocols.
Flexible metadata handing
make settings or upgrade the unit by means
of menu operations on the computer.
Chapter 1 Overview
XDCAM 1) can record various types of
metadata together with video and audio
data, such as the date and time of shooting,
the cameraman, the recording method, and
comments about the material. This
metadata can be used in applications such
as the following.
• The supplied PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing
Software can be used to add titles,
comments, and other text data to discs
and clips.
• Computer-readable text files can be
recorded on the Professional Disc, to
allow systematic content management.
• The ability to search metadata for the
required audio and video scenes brings
greater efficiency to various stages of the
video production process (editing,
archiving, etc.).
1) XDCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Compact size, lightweight
and batterypowered
operation
The PDW-D1 is designed small and light
enough to carry out to the field and it is
operable with battery to work in the field.
Vertical or horizontal
orientation
The unit is adaptable to different situations.
It can be oriented vertically for use with a
desktop computer, to occupy the minimum
of space, and in the field can be used
horizontally, for stability.
Menu operation from a
computer using the utility
software
By installing the supplied utility software in
a computer connected to this unit, you can
1-1 Features
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1-2 Example of Use
Chapter 1 Overview
The following figure illustrates a system in which material recorded
with a PDW-510/510P/530/530P camcorder is edited with a
computer connected to this unit.
In general, illustrations in this manual show the unit in the vertical
orientation.
PDW-510/510P/530/530P
Professional Disc
-AC IN
AC power supply
DC IN
PDW-D1
BKP-L551
Playback a)
Reading b)
Recording
Writing b)
a)
BP-GL65
BP-GL95
BP-L60S
BP-L80S
Battery adaptor
Battery packs
Laptop computer c)
a) Operation for DVCAM connection
b) Operation for FAM connection
c) Requires editing software supporting the DVCAM format, or a FAM driver to be installed.
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1-2 Example of Use
Operating the supplied utility software and
PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software
(Windows only) requires a computer
system at least meeting the following
requirements.
For details of the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software,
see page 37.
Windows
Item
Requirement
Processor
Intel Pentium III
processor 1 GHz or
higher
Memory
512 MB or more
Free hard
disk space
• At time of installation:
2 MB or more a)
20 MB or more b)
• For proxy AV data:
approx. 1.4 GB per 90
minutes c)
Monitor
• Resolution: 1024 ×
768 pixels or better
• Color: 16-bit or better
Operating
system
Microsoft Windows
2000 Service Pack 4 or
later, or Windows XP
Professional Service
Pack 1 or later
Web browser
Internet Explorer 6.0
Service Pack 1 or later
Other
• Equipped with i.LINK
connector (IEEE1394
compliant)
• DirectX version 8.1b
or later installed
Macintosh
Item
Requirement
Processor
PowerPC G4, PowerPC
G5, or Intel Core Duo
processor 867 MHz or
higher
Memory
512 MB or more
Free hard
disk space
At time of installation:
20 MB or more
Monitor
Resolution: 1024 × 768
pixels or better
Operating
system
Mac OS X v10.4.7 or
later
Other
• AGP Quartz Extreme
or PCI Express
graphics card
• QuickTime 7.1.3 or
later
• Equipped with
FireWire port
(IEEE1394 compliant)
Chapter 1 Overview
1-3 System
Requirements
c) For the Work folder for storing material when
using the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software
a) For the utility software
b) For the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software
1-3 System Requirements
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Chapter 1 Overview
1-4 MPEG-4
Visual Patent
Portfolio License
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4
Visual Patent Portfolio License. For the
personal and non-commercial use of a
consumer for (i) encoding video in
compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual
Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”) and/or (ii)
decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded
by a consumer engaged in a personal and
non-commercial activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed by
MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video.
No license is granted or shall be implied for
any other use.
Additional information including that
relating to promotional, internal and
commercial uses and licensing may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com
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1-4 MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License
Names and Functions
of Parts
During an AV/C (Audio/Video Control)
connection, it is off.
b ERROR/ALARM indicator
If an error occurs in the unit, this indicator
lights or flashes as shown in the following
table.
1
2
3
4
Indicator
Meaning
Lit
continuously
One of the following
alarms has been
generated.
• The battery pack is
exhausted.
• Condensation has
occurred.
• An attempt was made
to write or record when
there is insufficient
remaining disc
capacity.
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?
1
ACCESS
ERROR/ALARM
FILE ACCESS
MODE
DISC IN
Z
EJECT
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7
6
5
a FILE ACCESS MODE indicator
Lights when a file access mode connection
(FAM connection) is established.
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
2-1 Front Panel
2
Chapter
Flashing four • An error occurred
times a
(principally a hardware
second
fault).
• One of the following
alarms has been
generated:
- There was a
synchronization
error on the decoder
input signal during
recording.
- An error occurred
during writing to
memory.
Flashing
once a
second
An alarm not listed
above occurred.
2-1 Front Panel
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Note
The indicator may flash or light only for
five seconds depending on the alarm.
You can check alarms generated by this unit, using
the alarm log of the utility software (see page 43).
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
If the indicator is flashing four times a second, and
it is not possible to check the alarm log, a
malfunction may have occurred. In this case, contact
your Sony service representative.
When the error is eliminated, the indicator
goes off.
c ACCESS indicator
Lights when the disc is being accessed by a
computer. If the ~/1 (on/standby) switch is
set to the 1 position while this indicator is
lit, access to the disc is completed before
the unit switches to the standby state.
Note
While the ACCESS indicator is lit, do not
turn off the AC power switch, disconnect
the power cord, or remove the battery. This
could lead to a loss of data from the disc.
d ~/1 (on/standby) switch and
indicator
When the AC power switch on the rear
panel is in the ~ position, or a battery is
loaded, this switches the PDW-D1 between
the operating (~) and standby (1) states.
When the switch is moved to the ~ position,
the indicator lights. When the switch is
moved to the 1 position, the indicator goes
off.
When operating the PDW-D1 from an AC
power supply, normally leave the AC
power switch in the ~ position, and switch
the PDW-D1 between the operating and
standby states using the ~/1 (on/standby)
switch.
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2-1 Front Panel
Note
When the DISC IN indicator is lit or
flashing, and the FILE ACCESS MODE
indicator is lit, setting this switch to 1
position has no effect on the power supply.
Eject a disc before carrying out the
operation.
e Manual eject mechanism
When there is no power supply to the unit,
to eject the disc, remove the cover and
rubber cap over this part, then turn the
screw counterclockwise with a Phillips
screwdriver.
For details, see 3-5-6 “To Eject Discs With the Unit
Powered Off” (page 26).
f DISC IN indicator
Lights when a disc is loaded.
It flashes while the disc is being inserted,
and while it is being ejected.
g EJECT button
Ejects a disc (see page 26).
h Disc slot
With the label surface on the right, insert
the disc (see page 26).
i Battery adaptor attachment section
To use a battery pack, remove the Phillips
screws, and fit the optional BKP-L551
battery adaptor.
For details, see “To attach a battery pack” (page
23).
2-2 Rear Panel
d AC power switch
Press ~ to power on; press 1 to power off.
e AC power inlet connector
Connect to AC power with a power cord
(not supplied, see page 53).
f
1
3
DC IN
Notes
S400
-AC IN
6
5
4
• If video or audio signals from a computer
connected with the S400 (i.LINK)
connector are not output, disconnect the
i.LINK cable and connect it again,
pushing it straight in.
• When connecting the PDW-D1 to a
computer with a 6-pin i.LINK connector,
connect to the 6-pin i.LINK connector of
the computer first.
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
S400 (i.LINK) connector (6-pin,
complying with IEEE1394)
AV/C (Audio/Video Control) connection
(see page 20): Inputs and outputs a
DVCAM format digital video/audio
signal.
FAM (file access mode) connection (see
page 21): Transfers files to and from
computers.
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a DC power inlet connector
When the optional BKP-L551 battery
adaptor is fitted, connect the DC power cord
of the battery adaptor to this connector.
For details, see “To attach a battery pack” (page
23).
b Security slot
You can fit a commercially available
security cable into this slot.
For information about how to use your security
cable, refer to the instructions provided with the
security cable.
c Carrying handle
Use this to carry the unit.
2-2 Rear Panel
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Preparations
3-1 Software
Installation
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-1-1 Windows
Installation
FAM driver
When a computer is connected to this unit
in file access mode (FAM connection), you
can handle video and audio data as files (see
Chapter 4, “Handling Files” (page 30)).
Before making an FAM connection, it is
first necessary to install an FAM driver on
the computer.
To install the PDZ-1 Proxy
Browsing Software
Insert the supplied CD-ROM (PDZ-1 Proxy
Browsing Software) in the computer’s CDROM drive, and run the Setup.exe file on
the CD-ROM.
Follow the instructions that appear on the
screen, and after the PDZ-1 Proxy
Browsing Software is installed, the FAM
driver is installed.
For details, refer to the ReadMe file contained on
the CD-ROM disc.
To install the FAM driver only
Insert the supplied CD-ROM (PDZ-1 Proxy
Browsing Software) in the computer’s CDROM drive, and in the FAM Driver folder
on the CD-ROM, run the Setup.exe file.
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3-1 Software Installation
3
Chapter
Utility software
You can check the status of this unit, and
change settings, by installing the utility
software on a computer connected to this
unit, and carrying out the operations on the
computer (see Chapter 5, “Using the Utility
Software” (page 38)).
To install the utility software, insert the
supplied CD-ROM (PDW-D1 PC Utility)
in the computer’s CD-ROM drive, and copy
all of the following files from the
PC_Utility folder of the Win folder on the
CD-ROM to an appropriate folder on the
computer:
• PC_Utility.exe
• D1_API.dll
• FAM_API.dll
• PC_Utility.chm
For the operating environment required for the
utility software, see page 13.
Notes
• The utility software operates using the
FAM (file access mode) protocol, and
therefore requires the FAM driver to be
installed in the computer (see previous
item).
• Pins 1, 3, and 4 of switch S1401 on the
rear panel of the unit must be set to OFF
(the factory default setting is OFF) to
enable utility software settings. If any of
these pins are in the ON position, return
them to the OFF position.
3-1-2 Macintosh
Installation
Utility software and FAM
driver
Chapter 3 Preparations
To install the utility software, insert the
supplied CD-ROM (PDW-D1 PC Utility)
in the computer’s CD-ROM drive, and then
run the PC Utility program, which is located
in the PC_Utility folder of the Mac folder
on the CD-ROM.
A standard installation installs the FAM
driver at the same time as the utility
software.
If a FAM driver is already installed on your
computer, select the custom installation and
clear the check mark from “FAM Driver”
before installing.
For the operating environment required for the
utility software, see page 13.
Notes
• The utility software operates using the
FAM (file access mode) protocol, and
therefore requires the FAM driver to be
installed in the computer.
• Pins 1, 3, and 4 of switch S1401 on the
rear panel of the unit must be set to OFF
(the factory default setting is OFF) to
enable utility software settings. If any of
these pins are in the ON position, return
them to the OFF position.
3-1 Software Installation
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3-2 Connections and Settings
3-2-1 Connecting to a Nonlinear Editing System (AV/C
Connection)
By connecting this unit to a nonlinear editing system with an AV/C
(Audio/Video Control) connection, you can transfer video and audio
signals (AV/C data).
Chapter 3 Preparations
Notes
• The S400 (i.LINK) connector of this unit outputs video/audio
signals in DVCAM format. Data recorded in MPEG IMX format is
output after being converted into DVCAM format.
• The nonlinear editing system to be used being connected to this
unit requires editing software (not supplied) supporting DVCAM
format.
Windows computer preparations
Use the utility software (see page 38) to make the following settings
before transferring video/audio signals (AV/C data) from this unit to
a nonlinear editing system.
Audio mode selection
Use setup menu item “DV OUT AUDIO MODE” to select either of
the following.
2ch: 48 kHz/16 bits/2 channels (Factory default setting)
4ch: 32 kHz/12 bits/4 channels
Audio output channel selection
Select the audio output channels with setup menu item “DV AUDIO
OUTPUT SELECT.”
For information about how to make setup menu item settings, see 5-3-2 “Setup
Menu” on page 43.
Macintosh computer preparations
A FAM connection is initiated whenever you connect an i.LINK
cable with the FAM driver installed. To use an AV/C connection,
click the “Change Connection” button in the utility software to switch
to “AVc/Log out.”
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3-2 Connections and Settings
Note
Pins 1, 3, and 4 of switch S1401 on the rear panel of the unit must be
set to OFF (the factory default setting is OFF) to enable utility
software settings. If any of these pins are in the ON position, return
them to the OFF position.
Example connection
1: i.LINK cable (not supplied)
To i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector a)
1
S400
-AC IN
S400 (i.LINK)
Laptop computer (with editing
software supporting DVCAM
format installed)
PDW-D1
Chapter 3 Preparations
DC IN
In the PC operation settings dialog box of the
utility software, in the FAM operation section,
set “Login” to “Inhibit” (see page 41).
a) On a Macintosh computer, to FireWire port
For the method of transferring video/audio signals (AV/C data) to a nonlinear
editing system, refer to the manual provided with the editing software to be used.
3-2-2 Connecting to a Computer (FAM connection)
By connecting this unit to a computer with an FAM (file access
mode) connection, you can use the utility software (see page 38), and
the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software (Windows only).
Note
The FAM driver (see page 18) must be installed in advance.
3-2 Connections and Settings
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Example connection
1: i.LINK cable (not supplied)
DC IN
To i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector a)
1
S400
-AC IN
S400 (i.LINK)
Chapter 3 Preparations
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Laptop computer
a) On a Macintosh computer, to FireWire port
PDW-D1
In the PC operation settings dialog box of the
utility software, in the FAM operation section,
set “Login” to “Permit” (see page 41).
Note
Pins 1, 3, and 4 of switch S1401 on the rear panel of the unit must be
set to OFF (the factory default setting is OFF) to enable utility
software settings. If any of these pins are in the ON position, return
them to the OFF position.
3-2 Connections and Settings
3-3 Power
Preparations
This unit can be powered by a battery pack
or AC power.
3-3-1 Using AC Power
2
3
3-3-2 Using a Battery
Pack
Take out the hexagonal wrench from
the back of the battery adaptor.
Using the hexagonal wrench, remove
the attachment and battery spacer
which are fixed to the back of the
battery adaptor.
Usable battery packs
Chapter 3 Preparations
Connect a power cord (not supplied, see
page 53) to the AC power inlet connector
(page 17) on the rear panel of the unit.
The battery packs usable with this unit are
as follows.
BP-L60S, BP-L80S, BP-GL65, BPGL95
To use a battery pack, the optional BKPL551 battery adaptor is required.
Note
If the AC power supply and battery pack
DC power supply are both present
simultaneously, the unit operates from AC
power.
4
Using the hexagonal wrench, screw the
battery adaptor to this unit, and
connect the DC power cord to the DC
power inlet connector on the rear panel
of this unit.
To attach a battery pack
Refer also to the Installation Manual for the BKPL551 battery adaptor.
Proceed as follows.
1
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the screws from the battery adaptor
attachment section on the side panel of
this unit.
3-3 Power Preparations
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5
6
Replace the hexagonal wrench on the
battery adaptor.
Align the slots on the back of the
battery pack with the projections on
the battery adaptor, and pull the battery
pack downward.
3-4 Setting the
Date and Time
When using this unit for the first time, use
the utility software to set the date and time.
For details, see “Date and time setting” (page 50).
Chapter 3 Preparations
To remove the battery pack
Keep the lever on the battery adaptor
depressed and slide the battery pack up, and
remove.
To remove the battery adaptor
Disconnect the DC power cord, then
remove the battery adaptor using the
hexagonal wrench.
Attach the screws to battery adaptor
attachment section of this unit.
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3-4 Setting the Date and Time
Storage
3-5 Handling
Discs
3-5-1 Discs Used for
Recording and Playback
Note
It is not possible to use the following discs
for recording or playback:
• Blu-ray Disc
• Professional Disc for Data
3-5-2 Notes on Handling
Handling
The Professional Disc is housed in a
cartridge, and is designed to allow handling
free of risk from dust or fingerprints.
However, if the cartridge is subjected to a
severe shock, for example by dropping it,
this can result in damage or scratching of
the disc. If the disc is scratched, it may be
impossible to record video/audio, or to play
back the content recorded on the disc. The
discs should be handled and stored
carefully.
• Do not touch the surface of the disc itself
within the cartridge.
• Deliberately opening the shutter may
cause damage.
• Do not disassemble the cartridge.
• The supplied adhesive labels are
recommended for indexing discs. Apply
the label in the correct position.
Care of the discs
• Remove dust and dirt on the outside of a
cartridge using a soft dry cloth.
• If condensation forms, allow ample time
to dry before use.
3-5-3 Write-Protecting
Discs
To protect the content recorded on the disc
from accidental erasure, move the writeprotect tab on the lower surface of the disc
in the direction of the arrow, as shown in the
following figure.
Lower surface
of the disc
Chapter 3 Preparations
This unit uses the following disc for
recording and playback:
PFD23 Professional Disc (capacity 23.3
GB)
• Do not store discs where they may be
subjected to direct sunlight, or in other
places where the temperature or humidity
is high.
• Do not leave cartridges where dust may
be able to gain ingress.
• Store cartridges in their cases.
Write Inhibit tab
SAVE
Write Inhibit
tab settings
Slide in the direction
of the arrow
SAVE
SAVE
Recording
enabled
Recording
disabled
3-5 Handling Discs
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3-5-4 Loading and
Unloading a Disc
3-5-6 To Eject Discs With
the Unit Powered Off
When the ~/1 (on/standby) indicator is lit
green, you can load and unload a disc as
shown in the following figure.
When battery power is low and at other
times, it may not be possible to eject discs
by pressing the EJECT button. In these
situations, you can use the following as an
emergency procedure to eject a disc
manually.
~/1 (on/standby) switch and indicator
1
2
Chapter 3 Preparations
To load
With the label
surface on the right,
insert the disc.
The disc is drawn in.
Power the unit off.
Open the cover of the front panel
manual eject mechanism (1), and
remove the rubber cap (2).
To unload
Press the
EJECT button.
When a disc is loaded, the DISC IN
indicator (see page 16) lights. It flashes
while the disc is being inserted, and while
it is being ejected.
3-5-5 Formatting a Disc
3
Carefully check the positions of the
screws, then turn the screws
counterclockwise, using a Phillips
screwdriver, until the disc is ejected.
An unused disc requires no formatting
operation. The disc is automatically
formatted when loaded into this unit.
To format a disc that has already been
recorded, for example, use the disc
operation menu of the utility software.
For details, see page 51.
After removing the disc, you do not
need to return the screw to its original
position. Normal operation will
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3-5 Handling Discs
resume when the unit is powered on
again.
4
Replace the rubber cap, and close the
cover.
3-5-7 Handling of Discs
When Recording Does Not
End Normally (Salvage
Function)
Notes
• Do not power the unit off or remove the
battery pack until recording processing
has finished and the ACCESS indicator
has gone out.
• This function salvages as much recorded
material as possible after an unforeseen
accident, but 100% restoration cannot be
guaranteed.
• Even when this function is used, it is not
possible to recover data from
immediately before the interruption of
recording. The amount of data lost is as
follows.
- Quick salvage: From 2 to 4 seconds of
data before the interruption of
recording.
Quick salvage
When the unit is powered on again after a
recording interruption due to power off,
with the disc still loaded in the unit, clips
are automatically reconstructed on the basis
of backup data stored in nonvolatile
memory and markers recorded on the disc.
Processing time is about 5 seconds.
Full salvage
When a disc that was manually ejected from
a device subjected to a recording
interruption due to power off is loaded into
this unit, clips are automatically
reconstructed on the basis of markers
recorded on the disc. Nonvolatile memory
cannot be used, so processing takes longer
than for a quick salvage (about 30 seconds,
although it depends on the state of the disc).
Chapter 3 Preparations
Recording processing does not end
normally if, for example, the unit is
powered off during recording, or if battery
pack power is exhausted during recording.
Because the file system is not updated,
video and audio data recorded in real time is
not recognized as files and clip contents
recorded up to that point are lost.
However, this unit has a salvage function
which can hold losses to the minimum by
reconstructing clips on such discs.
Note that no recorded clip contents are lost
when the ~/1 (on/standby) switch on the
front panel is set to standby, because the
unit does not enter standby mode until after
the end of recording processing.
- Full salvage: From 4 to 6 seconds of
data before the interruption of
recording.
3-5-8 Condensation
When this unit is moved from a cold place
to a warmer place, or operated in high
humidity, condensation may form on the
optical pickup. If the unit is operated in this
state, it may make correct recording and
playback impossible.
Note the following points, to avoid
problems with condensation.
• If moving the unit in conditions where
condensation is possible, make sure the
disc is inserted in advance.
• When the ~/1 (on/standby) switch is in
the ~ position, if the ERROR/ALARM
indicator lights, and “HUMID!” appears
in the utility software alarm log, do not
insert a disc until the indicator has gone
off.
3-5 Handling Discs
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3-6 Preparations
for Recording and
Playback
See 3-2-1 “Connecting to a Nonlinear Editing
System (AV/C Connection)” (page 20) for
information about connections.
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-6-1 Preparations for
Recording
Switch settings
Before beginning recording, make the
following switch settings.
~/1 (on/standby) switch (page 16): ~
position
Settings
In the PC operation settings dialog box of
the utility software (see page 41), set the
following items.
Login: “Inhibit” (Disables FAM
connection. Windows only)
In the setup menu of the utility software
(see page 43), set the following items as
required.
PREROLL TIME: Set the preroll time.
(0 to 30 seconds)
TC MODE: Select the time code recording
mode. (INT-REGEN/EXT-REGEN)
DF MODE: Select the run mode of the
internal time code generator in 525line mode. (DF/NDF)
VITC: Specify whether or not to record the
VITC generated by the internal time
code generator. (OFF/ON)
DV AUDIO OUTPUT SELECT: Select
the audio signals to assign audio output
channels.
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3-6 Preparations for Recording and Playback
• CH1/CH2 (TR-1/TR-2, TR-3/TR-4,
TR-5/TR-6, TR-7/TR-8)
• CH3/CH4 (TR-1/TR-2, TR-3/TR-4,
TR-5/TR-6, TR-7/TR-8)
DV OUT AUDIO MODE: Select the
audio mode for audio output. (4ch
(32 kHz/12 bit)/ 2ch (48 kHz/16 bit))
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT: Select the
line mode. (525/625)
STORED OWNERSHIP: Set UMID
ownership information (country code,
organization code and user code)
Inserting a disc
Insert a disc into this unit (see page 26).
Note
If the ERROR/ALARM indicator flashes
once a second when you attempt to record,
check the problem in the following table.
Cause
Action
A disc recorded in
MPEG IMX
format has been
inserted.
Replace with a disc
not recorded in
MPEG IMX format,
or reformat the disc
(see page 51).
You can check the details of alarms, using the alarm
log of the utility software (see page 43).
For details of recording operations, refer to the
manual provided with the editing software to be
used.
3-6-2 Preparations for
Playback
Switch settings
Before beginning playback, make the
following switch settings.
~/1 (on/standby) switch (page 16): ~
position
Settings
In the PC operation settings dialog box of
the utility software (see page 41), set the
following items.
Login: “Inhibit” (Disables FAM
connection.)
Chapter 3 Preparations
In the setup menu of the utility software
(see page 43), set the following items as
required.
PREROLL TIME: Set the preroll time.
(0 to 30 seconds)
DV AUDIO OUTPUT SELECT: Select
the audio signals to assign audio output
channels.
• CH1/CH2 (TR-1/TR-2, TR-3/TR-4,
TR-5/TR-6, TR-7/TR-8)
• CH3/CH4 (TR-1/TR-2, TR-3/TR-4,
TR-5/TR-6, TR-7/TR-8)
DV OUT AUDIO MODE: Select the
audio mode for audio output. (4ch
(32 kHz/12 bit)/ 2ch (48 kHz/16 bit))
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT: Select the
line mode. (525/625)
STORED OWNERSHIP: Set UMID
ownership information (country code,
organization code and user code)
Notes
• When playing back a disc recorded in
MPEG IMX format, data is output after
being converted into DVCAM format.
• This unit does not support clip list
playback and saving the playback
position.
Inserting a disc
Insert a disc into this unit (see page 26).
For details of playback operations, refer to the
manual provided with the editing software to be
used.
3-6 Preparations for Recording and Playback
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4
Handling Files
4-1 Overview
Chapter
root a)
INDEX.XML
Chapter 4 Handling Files
When a computer is connected to this unit
in file access mode (FAM connection), you
can handle video and audio data as files.
The recording conditions during an AV/C
connection are fixed at DVCAM format,
four audio channels (16-bit), but with an
FAM connection, you can write files in
DVCAM/MPEG IMX 50/40/30 format,
with eight audio channels (16-bit) or four
channels (24-bit). (You can write files in the
same format on a single disc.)
ALIAS.XML b)
DISCMETA.XML
MEDIAPRO.XML
Clip
C0001.MXF
C0001M01.XML
C0002.MXF
C0002M01.XML
C0003.MXF
4-1-1 Directory Structure
The following figure shows the directory
structure of discs visible to a remote
computer.
C0003M01.XML
Edit
E0001E01.SMI
E0001M01.XML
Note
This structure is not the same as the actual
structure recorded on the disc.
E0002E01.SMI
E0002M01.XML
Sub
C0001S01.MXF
C0002S01.MXF
C0003S01.MXF
General
a) Root directory
b) Only when Naming Form is set to “free” in the
File Name Setting section of the Clip title
setting screen of the utility software.
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4-1 Overview
4-1-2 File Operation Restrictions
This section explains which operations are
possible on files stored in each directory.
Root directory
File name
Content
Operations
Read
Delete
Contains data for
Yes
management of the
audio/video material
on the disc.
No
No
No
No
ALIAS.XML a) Contains conversion Yes
tables for assigning
user-defined names
to clips and clip lists.
No
No
No
No
DISCMETA.X Contains metadata
ML
to indicate the disc
properties.
Yes b)
No
No
No
INDEX.XML
Yes
MEDIAPRO.
XML
Yes
Contains a list of
audio/video material
on the disc, basic
properties, related
information, and
information about
access methods.
No
No
No
No
Other files
Files other than the
above
No
—
No
—
—
Chapter 4 Handling Files
Overwrite Rename Create
a) Only when Naming Form is set to “free” in the
File Name Setting section of the Clip title
setting screen of the utility software.
b) Only files which can be overwritten by
XDCAM
Notes
• Directories cannot be created in the root
directory.
• The directories in the root directory
(Clip, Edit, Sub, and General) cannot be
deleted or renamed.
4-1 Overview
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Clip directory
File name
Operations
Read
Overwrite Rename Create
Delete
Clip file created by
recording (MXF file)
*: 0001 to 4999
Yes
No
No b)
Yes c)
Yes d)
C*M01.XML a) Metadata file
generated
automatically when
C*.MXF file is
created.
*: 0001 to 4999
Yes
Yes e)
No f)
No g)
No h)
Other files
—
No
—
No
—
C*.MXF a)
Chapter 4 Handling Files
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Content
Files other than the
above
a) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, the unit
can handle files with user-defined names in the
“C*” part.
b) Possible with firmware version 1.5 and higher.
c) Only files which are 2 seconds or longer in
length, in a format matching the line mode
format (525/625) and recording format
(IMX50/IMX40/IMX30/DVCAM and
number of audio channels) of the recorded
sections of the disc, and which can be
overwritten by XDCAM.
d) Only when the Write Inhibit tab on the disc is
set to enable recording. With firmware version
1.4x and lower, only the most recently
recorded clip may be deleted. With firmware
version 1.5 and higher, any clip may be
selected and deleted.
e) Only files which can be overwritten by
XDCAM
f) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, when
the “C*” part of a C*.MXF file name is
changed, a C*M01.XML with the same name
in the “C*” part is also changed automatically.
g) When a C*.MXF file is created, a
C*M01.XML file with the same name in the
“C*” part is created automatically.
h) When a C*.MXF file is deleted, the
C*M01.XML file with the same name in the
“C*” part is also deleted automatically.
4-1 Overview
Notes
• Directories cannot be created in the Clip
directory.
• When the following operations,
supported by version 1.5 and higher
XDCAM devices, are carried out on a
disc, then it becomes impossible for
version 1.4x and lower XDCAM devices
to record new clips or delete existing
clips on that disc. (The only possible
operations are playback and disc
formatting.)
- Writing of clips with user-defined
names
- Locking of clips
- Deletion of clips (except the last
recorded clip)
• If you attempt to write a C*.MXF file
which does not meet the conditions
specified as remark c) on this table via a
FAM connection, a Windows error
message appears to the effect that the file
or directory is corrupt and cannot be read.
Edit directory
File name
Content
Operations
Read
Overwrite Rename Create
Delete
Yes
Yes b)
No c)
Yes d)
Yes e)
E*M01.XML a) Metadata file
generated
automatically when
E*E01.MXF file is
created.
*: 0001 to 0099
Yes
Yes b)
No f)
No g)
No h)
Other files
—
No
—
No
—
E*E01.SMI a)
Clip list file
*: 0001 to 0099
Files other than the
above
name in the “E*” part is generated
automatically.
g) When an E*E01.SMI file is created, an
E*M01.XML file with the same name in the
“E*” part is created automatically.
h) When an E*E01.SMI file is deleted, the
E*M01.XML file with the same name in the
“E*” part is also deleted automatically.
Note
Directories cannot be created in the Edit
directory.
Chapter 4 Handling Files
a) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, the unit
can handle files with user-defined names in the
“E*E01” part.
b) Only files which can be overwritten by
XDCAM
c) Possible with firmware version 1.5 and higher.
d) Only files which can be overwritten by
XDCAM
e) Only when the Write Inhibit tab on the disc is
set to enable recording
f) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, when
the “E*E01” part of an E*E01.SMI file name
is changed, an E*M01.XML file with the same
Sub directory
File name
Content
Operations
Overwrite Rename Create
Delete
C*S01.MXF a)
Proxy AV data (MXF Yes
file) generated
automatically when
a C*.MXF file is
created.
*: 0001 to 4999
No
No b)
No c)
No d)
Other files
Files other than the
above
No
—
No
—
Read
—
a) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, the unit
can handle files with user-defined names in the
“C*” part.
b) With firmware version 1.5 and higher, when
the “C*” part of a C*.MXF file name is
changed, a C*S01.MXF file with the same
name in the “C*” part is generated
automatically.
c) When a C*.MXF file is created, a
C*S01.XML file with the same name in the
“C*” part is created automatically.
4-1 Overview
33
d) When a C*.MXF file is deleted, the
C*S01.XML file with the same name in the
“C*” part is also deleted automatically.
Note
Directories cannot be created in the Sub
directory.
General directory
File name
Content
Any file
Operations
Read
Overwrite Rename Create
Yes
Yes
a) UTF-8 file names can be up to 63 bytes in
length. (Depending on the character type, file
names (including extension) may be limited to
21 characters.)
b) Only when the Write Inhibit tab on the disc is
set to enable recording
Chapter 4 Handling Files
The following directory operations are
possible in the General directory.
• Directory creation (up to 64 levels,
including the General directory)
• Deletion and renaming of directories
Notes
• The maximum number of files which can
be created on a disc, including
directories, is 5000.
• File names and directory names can use
letters, numbers, and symbols from the
Unicode 2.0 (UTF-8) character set.1)
However, the following control
characters and symbols cannot be used.
- Control characters: U+0000 to
U+001F, U+007F
- Symbols: ", *, /, :, <, >, ', ?, \, |
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.4.
However, the following character codes
cannot be used by FAM connections.
U+010000, U+020000, U+030000,
U+040000, U+050000, U+060000,
U+070000, U+080000, U+090000,
U+0A0000, U+0B0000, U+0C0000,
U+0D0000, U+0E0000, U+0F0000,
U+100000
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4-1 Overview
Yes
a)
Yes
Delete
Yes b)
4-1-3 Assigning UserDefined Clip Titles
By default, clips on each disc are assigned
names in the range C0001.MXF to
C4999.MXF. For this reason, serveral discs
can contain clips with the same names. The
automatic title generation function allows
you to assign titles to all of the clips on
several discs, which facilitates clip
management. For example, if the titles
TITLE00001 to TITLE00020 are assigned
to clips C0001.MXF to C0020.MXF on
disc 1, then the titles TITLE00021 to
TITLE00037 are assigned to clips
C0001.MXF to C0017.MXF on disc 2.1)
See “Clip title settings” (page 48) for information
about how to make clip title settings.
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.4
and utility software version 1.10.
C0020.MXF
C0002.MXF
C0001.MXF
TITLE00020
TITLE00002
TITLE00001
Clips recorded on Disc 1
C0017.MXF
C0002.MXF
C0001.MXF
TITLE00037
TITLE00022
TITLE00021
4-1-4 Assigning UserDefined Clip and Clip List
Names
The following standard format names are
assigned automatically to clips and clip lists
that are created or recorded by XDCAM
devices.
Clips: C0001.MXF to C4999.MXF
Clip lists: E0001E01.SMI to
E0099E01.SMI
This unit can handle clips and clip lists with
user-defined names as well as names in the
standard format.1)
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Clips recorded on Disc 2
- Symbols: ", *, /, :, <, >, ?, \, |
• Depending on the character type, the
length of user-defined names (the “C*”
or “E*E01” part) may be limited to 14
characters. (The limit for ASCII
characters is 56 characters.)
• All file name extensions are converted
automatically to uppercase.
• Titles are used as user-defined clip names
on this unit. Therefore, the available
characters are limited to those supported
by the title function.
• Files generated along with clips and clip
lists use the same names (the “C*” or
“E*” part of the following file names).
- Clips: Metadata files (C*M01.XML),
proxy AV data files (C*S01.MXF)
- Clip lists: Metadata files
(E*M01.XML)
• The following names cannot be assigned.
- Clips: C0000.MXF
- Clip lists: E0000E01.SMI,
E0100E01.SMI to E9999E01.SMI,
E0000.SMI, E0100.SMI to
E9999.SMI
• The following names should be avoided.
- Clips: C5000.MXF to C9999.MXF
- Clip lists: E0001.SMI to E0099.SMI
See “File Name Setting” (page 48) for information
about how to make file name settings.
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.5
and utility software version 1.50.
Limitations
• Letters, numbers and symbols from the
Unicode 2.0 character set can be used.
However, the following control
characters and symbols cannot be
used.
- Control characters: U+0000 to
U+001F, U+007F
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File writing formats
4-2 Preparations
for File Access
See 3-2-2 “Connecting to a Computer (FAM
connection)” (page 21) for information about
connections.
Switch settings
Before beginning file operations, make the
following switch settings.
~/1 (on/standby) switch (page 16): ~
position
Settings
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In the PC operation settings dialog box of
the utility software (see page 41), set the
following items.
Login: “Permit” (Enables FAM
connection. Windows only)
In the setup menu of the utility software
(see page 43), set the following items as
required.
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT: Select the
line mode. (525/625)
To record continuous timecode 1)
Set the following item in the utility software
setup menu (see page 43).
TC MODE: “INT-REGEN”
When a computer or other device writes a
clip file to this unit via a FAM connection,
the timecode of the clip is regenerated so as
to be continuous with the last frame of the
last clip already recorded on the disc.
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.4.
For information about how to make setup menu item
settings, see 5-3-2 “Setup Menu” on page 43.
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It is not necessary to set the video recording
format (IMX50/IMX40/IMX30/DVCAM)
and the audio recording format (16bit ×
8ch/24bit × 4ch) before writing files. The
file formats which can be written to the disc
depend on whether clips are already
recorded on the disc.2)
• When you insert a disc with no
recorded clips
Files in all of the above formats can be
written.
• When you insert a disc with recorded
clips
Files in the same video and audio formats
as the clips on the disc can be written. To
display the formats, select “Basic
information” from the “Device
information” menu of the utility software
(see page 42). The video and audio
formats appear under “Disc
information.”
2) This is supported from firmware version 1.4
and utility software version 1.10.
Inserting a disc
Insert a disc into this unit (see page 26).
4-3 File Access
Operations
(Windows)
Accessing files with
nonlinear editing software
For details of the file access operations, refer to the
manual provided with the editing software to be
used.
Accessing files with Explorer
Switching from file operations to
recording/playback operations
In the PC operation settings dialog box of
the utility software, in the FAM operation
section, change “Login” to “Inhibit.”
This changes the connection between this
unit and the computer to an AV/C
connection. (If you change the setting
during disc access or while a file is being
transferred, the new setting takes effect
when the operation is completed.)
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Start Windows Explorer and check that a
drive letter has been assigned to this unit.
(The drive letter will differ depending on
the number of other peripherals connected
to the remote computer.)
You can perform file operations on the disc
loaded in this unit in the same way that you
operate on local drives and files on network
computers.
the computer. On the computer side, PDZ-1
enables you to browse the proxy AV data,
add or modify metadata (titles, comments,
essence marks, etc.), or create a clip list.
The modified metadata and the created clip
list can then be written back to the disc
loaded in this unit.
Note
All file operations are not possible for some
types of files.
For details, see 4-1-2 “File Operation Restrictions”
(page 31).
To eject discs from a remote
computer
Right click the icon representing this unit in
Explorer, and select Eject from the menu
which appears.
Using PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing
Software
When a computer with the PDZ-1 Proxy
Browsing Software installed is connected to
this unit, you can transfer the proxy AV
data and metadata files recorded on a disc to
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Using the Utility
Software
The utility software allows you to carry out
the following functions on this unit.
• Displaying device information
• Changing settings
• Disc operations
5
Chapter
5-1 Starting and
Exiting
For details of installation of the utility software, see
page 18.
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Notes
• When the utility software is running, it is
not possible to start other application
software 1) using FAM (file access
mode).
Finish work with the utility software, and
close the utility software.
• When the utility software is running, this
unit is connected to the computer with an
FAM connection.
To switch to an AV/C connection, finish
work with the utility software, and close
the utility software.
• During disc access (when the ACCESS
indicator is lit), it is not possible to start
the utility software.
Start the program once disc access is
completed.
1) Proxy Browsing Software (Windows only)
XDCAM Transfer PDZK-P1 (Macintosh
only)
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5-1 Starting and Exiting
First make sure that this unit is connected to
the computer.
For connection details, see 3-2-2 “Connecting to a
Computer (FAM connection)” (page 21).
On a Windows computer
To start the utility software, with the
computer connected to this unit, carry out
any of the following.
• Open the folder in which the utility
software is installed, then double-click
on PC_Utility.exe.
• Click the Start button, then select Run,
and enter the path and name of the PC
Utility executable file (PC_Utility.exe),
then click the OK button.
This displays the home window of the
utility software.
When two or more PDW-D1 units are
connected by FAM (File Access Mode) 1)
A message like the one shown below
appears.
5-1-2 Exiting
Select the serial number 2) of the PDW-D1
that you want to operate from the list box,
and then click the OK button. (Only one
PDW-D1 can be operated by this software
at any one time.)
The software quits without starting if you
click the Cancel button.
On a Windows computer
Click the × (close) button in the top right
corner of the window.
On a Macintosh computer
Click the × (close) button in the top left
corner of the window.
1) You can connect two PDW-D1 units for
purposes such as copying material between the
units. For more information, refer to the
online help of the PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing
Software.
2) The serial number can be found on the name
plate, which is located on the base panel of the
PDW-D1 main unit.
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On a Macintosh computer
Open the folder in which the utility
software is installed, and then double click
PC Utility.
This displays the home window of the
utility software.
Notes
• English is selected as the factory default
setting for the language used. You can
change this as required (Windows only,
see page 41).
• A message like the one shown below
appears if initialization fails, preventing
the software from starting. Check to be
sure that this unit is correctly connected
to the computer, and then repeat the
previous operation.
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5-2 Names and Functions of Parts
The figure below shows the menu screen of
the Windows version.
1
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2
3
Some screen items differ for sets with firmware version 1.08 and earlier. Refer to the
online help of the utility software for the screen for firmware version 1.08 and earlier.
a Menu bar (Windows only)
This shows the menus of the utility
software.
Click a menu name to display the
commands for executing functions.
• Settings menu
PC operation settings: Opens a dialog
box to select the language for screen
indications and operations, and to
enable or disable the FAM
connection (see page 41).
• Help menu
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PC Utility manual: Shows the manual
(Help information) for the utility
software.
PC Utility version information: Opens
a dialog box showing the version
information for the utility software.
b Tree display
The menus for this unit appear in a tree
configuration.
Click the + sign to the left of a menu name
to display the submenus in the level below;
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.4
and utility software version 1.10.
2) This is supported from firmware version 1.5
and utility software version 1.50.
c Operating section
Shows the operating window for the
function selected in the tree display.
Click the ? button to show help information
on the display (Windows only).
PC operation settings dialog
box (Windows only)
In the menu bar, select Settings > PC
operation settings, to open the PC operation
settings dialog box.
In this dialog box, set the following items.
• Language used for the user interface of
the utility software
• Enable/disable FAM connection
To set the language used
1
2
From the Language list, select the
desired language, and click the Set
button.
Exit the utility software, and restart it
(see page 38).
The language you selected in step 1 is
now reflected in the utility software
displays.
To enable or disable the FAM
connection
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the + sign changes to a – sign. (Click the –
sign to close the submenu display.)
Click a menu item to display the operating
screen for the menu item in the operating
section.
• Device information menu
Basic information: Shows product
information, system information,
and disc information (see page 42).
Hours Meter: Shows the cumulative
number of operating hours of this
unit (see page 43).
Version: Shows the firmware version
information (see page 43).
Alarm log: Shows the alarms generated
by this unit (see page 43).
• Setup menu
AV settings: Shows a window for setting
the operation of this unit, time code,
audio control, recording format, and
line mode (see page 43).
Owner setting: Shows a window for
setting UMID owner information
(see page 47).
Clip title settings: Shows a window for
assigning titles to clips 1) and for
enabling or disabling use of userdefined clip and clip list file
names 2) (see page 48).
Battery mode setting: Shows a window
for setting the alarm of remaining
capacity of the battery pack in this
unit (see page 49).
Save/recall setup: Shows a window for
saving or recalling the AV, owner,
and battery mode settings (see page
50).
Date/time setting: Shows a window for
setting the date, time, and time zone
(see page 50).
• Disc operation menu
Format: Shows a window for formatting
a disc (see page 51).
Delete clip: Shows a window for deleting
a clip or clips recorded on the disc
(see page 51).
In the FAM operation section, select
either of the following for login, and
click the Set button.
• Permit: Enable the FAM connection.
(Select for an FAM connection.)
• Inhibit: Disable the FAM
connection. (Select for an AV/C
connection.)
2
Exit the utility software.
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The new setting takes effect when
exiting the utility software.
Notes
• If no FAM driver (see page 18) is
installed in the connected computer,
setting to “Permit” does not allow an
FAM connection to be established. (The
connection is always an AV/C
connection.)
• If you change the setting during disc
access or while a file is being transferred,
the new setting takes effect when the
operation is completed.
5-3 Details of
Functions
5-3-1 Device Information
Menu
Basic information
This displays the following information
about this unit.
Product information
Item name
Display contents
Model
PDW-D1
Serial
number
Serial number set when
unit is shipped
System information
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Item name
Display contents
Line mode
Scan lines in video
format (set in “AV
Settings”–“525/625
SYSTEM SELECT”)
Disc information1)
Item name
Display contents
Line mode
Video format scan lines
of clips recorded on the
disc
Video format
Video format of clips
recorded on the disc
Audio format
Audio format of clips
recorded on the disc
1) This appears from firmware version 1.4 and
utility software version 1.10.
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Hours Meter
Item name
Display contents
Information about the operational history of
the unit can be displayed. Use the
information as a guide in scheduling
periodic maintenance.
SY
System control software
version
PIER
”PIER” version of FPGA
CAVE
”CAVE” version of
FPGA
Drive
Optical disc drive
system control software
version
PROX_A
Proxy audio DSP
software version
PROX_V
Proxy video DSP
software version
MENU
Menu version
For periodic maintenance, consult your Sony dealer.
Item name
Display contents
Operation
Hours
The total number of
hours the unit has been
powered on (unit: hours)
Operation
Hours (r)
Same as Operation
Hours (resettable a))
Laser
The cumulative light
Parameter (r) output time for the optical
head (resettable a))
The cumulative seek
operation time for the
optical head (unit: hours,
resettable a))
Spindle
Running
Hours (r)
The cumulative spindle
rotation time (unit: hours,
resettable a))
Loading
Counter (r)
The total number of times
disc has been loaded
(resettable a))
a) This can be used as a guide in determining
when to replace parts.
To refresh the display
This shows a maximum of 50 alarms
generated since the unit was last powered
on.
Select an item in the list to display details of
that alarm (date and time of generation, and
location on disc (time code)).
When the limit of 50 items on the list is
exceeded, older alarms are deleted.
Powering off the unit deletes all items from
the list.
Refer to the utility software help for information
about list of alarms.
Click the Refresh button.
5-3-2 Setup Menu
Version information
AV settings
The firmware version information includes
the following items.
Set the following items relating to this unit.
In the Settings column of the table,
underlined values indicate the factory
default settings.
Item name
Display contents
Package
The package version
when the firmware was
downloaded as a
package
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Seek
Running
Hours (r)
Alarm log
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OPERATIONAL FUNCTION
TIME CODE
Settings
Item name
Settings
PREROLL
TIME
0 SEC to 5 SEC to 30
SEC: Set the
preroll time to
between 0 and 30
seconds in steps of
1 second. A preroll
time of at least 5
seconds is
recommended
when using this unit
for editing.
TC MODE
Select the time code
recording mode.
INT-REGEN: Record
the output of the
internal time code
generator,
initialized to time
code following
continuously upon
the time code of the
last frame of the
last clip on the disc.
When a clip file is
written via a FAM
connection a), the
time code of the
written clip follows
continuously upon
the time code of the
last frame of the
last clip on the disc.
EXT-REGEN: Record
the output of the
internal time code
generator,
synchronized to an
external time code
generator. When a
clip file is written via
a FAM connection
a)
, the time code of
the written clip is
recorded without
change.
DF MODE
In 525-line mode, select
the run mode of the
internal time code
generator.
ON (DF): Drop-frame
mode
OFF (NDF): Non-drop
frame mode
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Item name
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TIME CODE
Item name
Settings
VITC
Specify whether or not
to record the VITC
generated by the
internal time code
generator.
ON: Record internally
generated VITC.
OFF: Do not record
internally
generated VITC.
VITC
OUTPUT
a) This is supported from firmware version 1.4
and utility software version 1.10.
AUDIO CONTROL
Item name
Settings
DV AUDIO
OUTPUT
SELECT
Select the audio
signals to assign to
i.LINK(AV/C) audio
output channels.
Sub-item
CH1/CH2
tr1/2: Tracks 1 and 2
assigned to audio
output channels 1
and 2.
tr3/4: Tracks 3 and 4
assigned to audio
output channels 1
and 2.
tr5/6: Tracks 5 and 6
assigned to audio
output channels 1
and 2.
tr7/8: Tracks 7 and 8
assigned to audio
output channels 1
and 2.
2
CH3/CH4
tr1/2: Tracks 1 and 2
assigned to audio
output channels 3
and 4.
tr3/4: Tracks 3 and 4
assigned to audio
output channels 3
and 4.
tr5/6: Tracks 5 and 6
assigned to audio
output channels 3
and 4.
tr7/8: Tracks 7 and 8
assigned to audio
output channels 3
and 4.
DV OUT
AUDIO MODE
Select the audio mode
Select whether to output
VITC or the time when a
clip was recorded into
VITC during playback.
VITC: Output VITC.
TIME: Output the time
when a clip was
recorded.
a) This is supported from firmware version 1.4.
VIDEO CONTROL
Item name
Settings
WIDE MODE a) Specify whether to
record with the
addition of wide picture
information.
Sub-item
1
INPUT
Specify whether to
save wide picture
information to the disc
during recording.
AUTO: Automatically
record wide
picture information
when it is detected
in the selected
input video signal.
ON: Always record
wide picture
information.
OFF: Do not record
wide picture
information.
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for S400 (i.LINK)
connector (output).
2ch: 16 bit/48 kHz/2ch
4ch: 12 bit/32 kHz/4ch
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Line mode setting
Item name
Settings
525/625
SYSTEM
SELECT
Switch between 525line and 625-line
modes.
525: 525-line mode
(NTSC)
625: 625-line mode
(PAL)
Indication that a setting is at the
factory default value
When a setting is at the factory default
value, a colon (‘:’) appears between the
item name and the setting value.
When the setting has been changed, this
changes to a dot (‘.’).
Example: PREROLL TIME : 5 SEC
(setting is factory default)
PREROLL TIME . 8 SEC (setting has
been changed)
To discard the changed settings: Click the
Cancel button, or press the Esc key on
the keyboard.
To change the line mode setting on
a Windows computer
1
2
Refer to “AV setting operations”
(previous item), and change the line
mode setting.
Click the Set button.
If a disc is present, it is automatically
ejected.
3
4
5
In the confirmation message box, click
the OK button.
Exit the utility software (see page 39).
Do one of the following on the
icon displayed in the remote
computer’s taskbar.
or
AV setting operations
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To move from one menu item to another:
Use the V/v buttons, or the up and
down arrow keys on the keyboard.
To move from one menu level to another:
Use the B/b buttons, or the left and
right arrow keys on the keyboard.
To change the setting value: With the
cursor on the setting value, use the V/v
buttons, or the up and down arrow keys
on the keyboard. (Factory default
settings are shown with an asterisk
(*).)
To return a setting to its factory default
value: In the setting value selection
screen, click the Reset button.
To return all settings to their factory
default values: In the menu item
selection screen, click the Reset
button.
To save the changed settings: Click the
Set button.
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• Double click.
• Right click, and select one of the
following commands from the menu
which appears.
- Windows 2000: Unplug or eject
hardware
- Windows XP: Safely Remove
Hardware
• Windows 2000: The Unplug or
Eject Hardware dialog appears.
• Windows XP: The Safely Remove
Hardware dialog appears.
6
Select “Sony XDCAM PDW-D1 IEEE
1394 SBP2 Device” and click Stop.
The Stop a Hardware device dialog
appears.
7
Select “Sony XDCAM PDW-D1 IEEE
1394 SBP2 Device” and click OK.
• Windows 2000: A confirmation
message appears.
• Windows XP: “Sony XDCAM
PDW-D1 IEEE 1394 SBP2 Device”
is deleted from the Hardware
devices list.
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Power the unit off, and then power it
on again.
Item name
Settings
Organization
code
A code registered with
the SMPTE registration
office (up to four bytes
alphanumeric strings)
User code
A code for user
identification (up to four
bytes alphanumeric
strings)
The line mode selected in step 1
becomes available for use.
To change the line mode setting on
a Macintosh computer
1
2
Refer to “AV setting operations”
(page 46), and change the line mode
setting.
Click the Set button.
If a disc is present, it is automatically
ejected.
3
4
Click the “Change Connection” button
to switch to “AVc/Log out.”
Exit the utility software (see page 39).
Power the unit off, and then power it
on again.
The line mode selected in step 1
becomes available for use.
Owner setting
When using an extended UMID, set the
following owner information.
Item name
Settings
Country code An abbreviated
alphanumeric string (up
to four bytes
alphanumeric strings)
according to the values
defined in ISO 3166-1.
You can find your own country code on the
following web page.
Refer to ISO 3166-1:
http://www.iso.ch/iso/en/prods-services/
iso3166ma/02iso-3166-code-lists/listen1.html
Organization code
• Organization codes must be acquired by
applying to the SMPTE registration
office.
• When no organization code has been
acquired, it is forbidden to enter an
arbitrary string. As a rule, the code “00”
must be entered. Freelance operators who
do not belong to an origination should
enter “~.”
• There are no problems in recording or
playing back audio-video signals, if an
organization code is not set.
User code
• The user code is registered with each
organization locally. It is usually not
centrally registered.
• This user code is determined by the
organization. The methods used depend
on the organization.
• User code cannot be entered when no
organization code has been entered.
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6
In the confirmation message box, click
the OK button.
Country code
Owner information setting
operations
To enter owner information: Using the
keyboard, enter alphanumeric
characters in the edit box for each item.
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If an entry is less than four bytes, the
remainder is filled with space
characters (20h).
To enter the country code by selecting
from a list: On the right of the edit
box, click the ... button, to open a
country selection dialog box. Select a
country by name from the list in this
dialog box, and click the 3-character or
2-character button.
To save the changed settings: Click the
Set button.
To discard the changed settings: In the
tree display, select a different setting
item.
Clip title settings
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Set the following items to assign
automatically generated titles to recorded
clips.
In the Settings column of the table,
underlined values indicate the factory
default settings.
Item name
Settings
PREFIX
Enter a title prefix (up to
10 characters). The
allowable characters are
alphanumeric characters,
symbols (! # $ % & ' ( ) + ,
- . ; = @ [ ] ^ _ { } ~), and
the space character.
TITLE
NUMERIC
Enter a starting number
(00001 to 99999, 5-digit
serial number) for the
numeric part of the title.
00001
1) This is supported from firmware version 1.4
and utility software version 1.10.
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“PREFIX” settings are saved in menu
banks, but “NUMERIC” settings are not
saved (see page 50).
Clip title setting operations
To enter a prefix: Use the keyboard to
enter a prefix (up to 10 characters) in
the edit box.
To enter a number: Use the keyboard to
enter a number (00001 to 99999) in the
edit box.
To enable automatic title generation: In
the Set section, select “Enable.”
To confirm the title: Click the Set button.
File Name Setting 2)
Specify whether to allow use of clip and
clip list files with user-defined names.
In the Settings column of the table,
underlined values indicate the factory
default settings.
Item name
Settings
Naming Form Specify the clip and clip
list naming format.
(Specify whether to
allow use of files with
user-defined names.)
free: Free format (Allow
use of files with
user-defined
names)
C****: Standard format
(Do not allow use of
files with userdefined names)
Item name
Settings
Auto Naming
When “free” is selected
under the Naming Form
section, specify whether
to use the standard
format name or the
same name as the title
for clips recorded on this
unit.
title: Use the title set in
the Clip Title
Setting section for
clip names.
C****: Use the standard
format for clip
names.
2) This is supported from firmware version 1.5
and utility software version 1.50.
following items, and then click the Set
button.
• Set in the Clip Title Setting section:
Enable
• Naming Form: free
• Auto Naming: title
TITLE00001.MXF
TITLE00001
Under the above settings, the titles
assigned to clips are used as their
clip names (file names).
File name setting operations
C0001.MXF
TITLE00001
Under other settings, clips have
standard-format clip names (file names).
Fuji.MXF
Able to use clips with user-defined
names over FAM connection
Sakura.SMI
Able to use clip lists with user-defined
names over FAM connection
Note
When the first letter of the title setting with
the Clip Title Setting section is a space or
period (.), the clip name is the title string
minus the first letter.
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To use clips and clip lists with userdefined names over FAM
connection: Select “free” in the
Naming Form section, and click the
Set button.
Battery mode settings
Set the following items relating to the
battery pack loaded in this unit.
In the Settings/display contents column of
the table, underlined values indicate the
factory default settings.
To assign clip names on this unit: Set a
title in the Clip Title Setting section
beforehand (see “Clip title setting
operations” (page 48)), and set the
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Item name
Settings/display
contents
SETUP
BATTERY END
Set the voltage
warning level just
before the battery
ends and the voltage
level at which the
battery ends.
Sub-item
1
2
BEFORE
END
END
11.0 V to 13.8 V to
14.5 V: Used
when a battery
pack is used. Set
the voltage
warning level just
before the battery
ends (in 0.1V
steps).
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11.0 to 13.3 V to 14.5
V: Used when a
battery pack is
used. Set the
voltage level at
which the battery
ends and the unit
stops operation,
just before the
battery ends (in
0.1V steps).
The unit is shipped with the settings for BPGL95 or BP-GL65 battery packs.
For the BP-L60 series and BP-IL75, the
following settings are recommended:
• BEFORE END: 11.4V
• END: 11.2V
For details of the settings, see “AV setting
operations” (page 46).
Saving and recalling setup
You can save the current setting values of
the setup menu (AV, owner, and battery
mode settings) in any of menu banks 1 to 3
(memory regions for setting values), and
can recall them as required.
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Procedure for saving and recalling
setup
To save the current setting values: Select
one of menu banks 1 to 3 from the
drop-down list, and click the Save
button.
To recall saved values: Select one of menu
banks 1 to 3 from the drop-down list,
and click the Recall button.
Date and time setting
Set the following items for the internal
clock in this unit.
Item name
Settings
Date
Set the four-digit year
(2000 to 2099), month,
and day.
Time
Set the hours, minutes,
and seconds.
Time zone
Select the timezone
offset from UTC.
Setting the date and time
To change the date and time: In the edit
boxes, click the value you want to
change (year, month, day, hour,
minute, second), then adjust the value
with the spin buttons to the right of the
edit box.
To change the time zone: Select the
desired time zone from the drop-down
list.
To save the changed settings: Click the
Set button.
To discard the changed settings: In the
tree display, select a different setting
item.
To synchronize with the computer’s date
and time setting: Click the
Synchronize button to set the date and
time of this unit’s internal clock to the
same date and time as the computer.
5-3-3 Disc Operation
Menu
• Clips cannot be deleted when the Write
Inhibit tab of the disc is set to the
recording disabled position.
• Locked clips are not deleted.
Formatting
To delete a clip
Use this command to format new and
recorded.
1
Note
When a recorded disc is formatted, all the
data on the disc is erased. (Locked clips are
also erased.)
2
Insert a disc into this unit (see page
26).
The disc information shows the
remaining capacity of the disc, and the
Format button becomes active.
2
Click the Format button.
Select either of the following deletion
modes.
• Last clip: Delete the last clip
recorded.
• All clips: Delete all clips. (Files in
the General directory are not
deleted.)
To format a disc
1
Insert a disc into this unit (see page
26).
3
Click the Delete button.
A confirmation dialog box appears.
4
In the dialog box, click the Delete
button.
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A confirmation dialog box appears.
In the dialog box, click the Format
button.
When formatting is completed, the
following items are updated.
• Disc information
- Available space (RT): Length of
remaining time according to the
recording format set in the Setup
menu (unit: minutes)
- Available space (NRT): Number
of remaining bytes for the General
folder
• Number of rewritings
Deleting clips
Use this command to delete clips recorded
on the disc.
Notes
• Once a clip is deleted, it cannot be
recovered.
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Appendix
Specifications
182 (71/4)
Appendix
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Specifications
78 (31/8)
Power requirements
100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
DC (with battery)
Power consumption
22 W
Peak inrush current
(1) Power ON, current probe
method: 58 A (240 V), 16 A
(100 V)
(2) Hot switching inrush current,
measured in accordance with
European standard EN55103-1:
13 A (230 V)
Operating temperature
0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF)
Storage temperature
–20ºC to +60ºC (–4ºF to
+140ºF)
Operating relative humidity
20% to 90%
Less than 90%
Mass
3 kg (6 lb 9 oz)
External dimensions (w/h/d)
78 × 182 × 257 mm
(31/8 × 71/4 × 101/8 inches)
257 (101/8)
General
Unit: mm (inches)
System
Recording format
Video
AV/C
DVCAM (25 Mbps)
file access mode
MPEG IMX (50/40/
30 Mbps), DVCAM
(25 Mbps)
Proxy video
MPEG-4 1)
Audio
AV/C
DVCAM: 16 bits/48 kHz
(4 channels)
file access mode
MPEG IMX: 16 bits/48
kHz (8 channels) or 24
bits/48 kHz (4 channels)
DVCAM: 16 bits/48 kHz
(4 channels)
Proxy audio
A-law (8/4 channels, 8 bits,
8 kHz)
1) The MPEG-4 Codec is a product of Ingenient
Technologies, Inc.
Accessories not supplied
AC power cord
• For the customers in the U.S.A and
Canada
Part No. 1-551-812-4x (125 V, 10 A,
about 2.4 m)
• For the customers in the United Kingdom
Part No. 1-777-823-1x (250 V, 10 A,
about 2.0 m)
• For the customers in European countries
other than the United Kingdom
Part No. 1-551-631-6x (250 V, 10 A,
about 2.0 m)
Related products
Battery packs
BP-L60S, BP-L80S, BP-GL65,
BP-GL95
Battery adaptor
BKP-L551
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Appendix
Playback format
Video
MPEG IMX (50/40/30
Mbps), DVCAM
(25 Mbps)
Proxy video
MPEG-4
Audio
MPEG IMX: 16 bits/48
kHz (8 channels) or 24
bits/48 kHz (4 channels)
DVCAM: 16 bits/48 kHz
(4 channels)
Proxy audio
A-law (8/4 channels, 8 bits,
8 kHz)
Recording/Playback time
MPEG IMX
50 Mbps: 45 min.
40 Mbps: 55 min.
30 Mbps: 68 min.
DVCAM 85 min.
Utility Software (1)
PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software
(Windows version) (1)
Output/input connectors
S400 (i.LINK)
6-pin, complying with IEEE 1394,
supporting file access mode
Accessories supplied
Operation manual
Japanese/English version (1)
CD-ROM manual (1)
Specifications
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Notes
• Always make a test recording, and
verify that it was recorded successfully.
SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT
OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS
RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL
STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY
OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE
SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT
OF ANY TYPE.
• Always verify that the unit is operating
properly before use. SONY WILL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT
OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR
PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO
FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER
DURING THE WARRANTY
PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION
OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY
OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
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Specifications
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described in this manual.
Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the
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the use thereof for any purpose other than
the operation or maintenance of the
equipment described in this manual without
the express written permission of Sony
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