Sony DVCAM DSR PD170P User Manual

NTSC/PAL  
3CCD Digital Camcorder  
DSR-PD170  
DSR-PD170P  
F o r  
P r o f e s s i o n a l  
R e s u l t s  
03  
DVCAM FEATURES  
Operational Features  
Advanced Features for Professional Results  
Newly Developed Hybrid LCD Monitor with a High  
Resolution of more than 210,000 Pixels  
On-handle Zoom Lever and  
Rec. Start/Stop Button  
The DSR-PD170 has a high-resolution color LCD monitor for viewing  
the recorded picture, or checking the playback picture on location.  
With its large screen, it is also helpful in setting menus or the audio  
recording level, as well as monitoring the camera and audio status  
while mounted on a tripod. The hybrid LCD monitor combines the  
characteristics of both transmissive and reflective LCD panels. The  
transmissive LCD panel is suited for dark conditions such as in the  
studio, while the reflective LCD panel provides clear viewing in bright  
conditions such as under strong sunlight.  
In order to facilitate zoom control and recording  
operation during low-angle shooting, an  
additional zoom lever and a rec. start/stop  
button have been added to the carrying  
handle. Zoom speed can be selected  
from H (faster), L (slower) or OFF via the  
three-position slide switch located on  
the side of the handle.  
Long Operating Time  
Combined with the optional NP-F970 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable  
Battery Pack, the DSR-PD170 can continuously operate in record  
mode for up to ten hours. By attaching the battery and connecting the  
camcorder to the supplied AD-L15 AC Adaptor, the camcorder will start  
charging the battery.  
Battery Life  
Continuous  
With  
LCD viewfinder on  
With LCD viewfinder  
and LCD monitor on  
With LCD monitor on  
Recording Time*6  
NP-F570 (supplied)  
NP-F750 (optional)  
NP-F770 (optional)  
NP-F960 (optional)  
NP-F970 (optional)  
195 min.  
265 min.  
400 min.  
480 min.  
600 min.  
165 min.  
230 min.  
345 min.  
420 min.  
515 min.  
155 min.  
215 min.  
325 min.  
395 min.  
485 min.  
*6 Continuous recording time, indoors at 25°C.  
Manual Functions  
In order to provide the flexibility required in professional applications, the  
DSR-PD170 allows a variety of its functions to be manually adjusted.  
Comparison of images displayed on the LCD monitors of the DSR-PD150 on the left and  
DSR-PD170 on the right  
• Zoom  
• Focus  
• ND Filters (1/4 and 1/32)  
• Spotlight Button  
Simultaneous Operation  
of LCD Monitor and  
• Iris (with smoother and more  
• Backlight Button  
Viewfinder  
sensitive iris control)  
• Digital Effects (Still, Flash Motion,  
The LCD monitor and  
viewfinder can be used  
simultaneously. This allows  
an operator to perform focus  
adjustments on the subject  
with the black and white LCD  
viewfinder, while adjusting the  
color balance with the LCD  
monitor.  
• Shutter speed  
• Gain  
Luminance Key, Trail, Old Movie)  
• Audio Recording Level (Separate or  
Linked adjustment of CH1 and CH2)  
• AE (Auto Exposure) Shift  
• White Balance  
• Zebra Patterns (100% or 70%)  
• Guide Frame (Vertical and Horizontal  
alignment of the subject to guide  
frame)  
• Custom Preset (Color Level,  
Sharpness, White Balance Shift,  
AGC Limit)  
Large-sized Handle  
The top height of the handle is about 10 mm higher than that of the  
DSR-PD150/PD150P. The handle design has also been enhanced for  
a better and easier grip.  
04  
DVCAM FEATURES / SPECIFICATIONS  
Index Marking  
Digital Still Camera Functions with  
Memory Stick Media  
The Memory Photo function allows the camera to be switched to  
progressive scan mode for capturing still images. VGA-sized files  
are recorded on the Memory Stick media. The Memory Mix  
function can combine the still images stored on  
When a Cassette Memory-equipped DVCAM/DV tape is used, an  
Index can be marked while recording with the camera or  
recording from an external video source.  
This function allows quick access to the marked tape position in  
subsequent operations.  
Memory Stick media with camera video images.  
Time Code Preset  
The time code can be preset using any number in H/M/S/F  
(hours/minutes/seconds/frames), for accurate tape-position  
information. The time-code mode can be selected between  
“rec-run” or “free run”. User bits can also be set.  
Supplied Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap  
This lens hood incorporates a lens cap that can  
be opened or closed by using a lever located  
on the side of the hood.  
Title Function  
Supplied Wide Conversion Lens and  
Additional Lens Hood  
The high performance VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens  
and its associated lens hood, LSF-S58 Lens Hood are bundled  
with the DSR-PD170. The  
When using a Cassette Memory-equipped tape, titles can be set  
and stored in the Cassette Memory for superimposition during  
playback. This information is not burnt into the video signal, but  
is overlaid only during the playback.  
LSF-S58 can serve as a lens  
Fader  
hood even when the Wide  
The DSR-PD170 provides five fading modes: Black Fade  
(IN/OUT), Monotone Fade (fade from Black & White to color),  
Overlap (last image becomes a still image and overlaps into the  
new scene), Wipe and Dot.  
Conversion Lens is not in use.  
Other Functions  
Date Stamping Superimpose date onto image, selected by menu.  
AV to DV Out  
Convert analog input signals to DV signals.  
DSR-PD170/PD170P Specifications  
Lens  
12:1 Variable Speed (1.2 - 22 sec.) zoom lens (48x digital zoom)  
f=6.0 to 72.0 mm; F1.6 to 2.4; Filter Diameter 58 mm  
Auto/Manual (ring)/Infinity/One push auto  
Three 1/3-inch type CCDs  
Gross 380,000 pixels/effective 340,000 pixels (NTSC)  
Gross 450,000 pixels/effective 400,000 pixels (PAL)  
Progressive/Interlace Scan  
Connectors  
Video IN/OUT  
RCA pin x 1  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p  
75 unbalanced, sync negative  
RCA pin x 2  
327 mV  
Focus  
Imaging Device  
Audio IN/OUT  
Output impedance with less than 2.2 kΩ  
Input impedance with more than 47 kΩ  
Mini-Din 4-pin x 1  
White Balance  
Shutter Speed  
Auto/One-push/Outdoor (5800 K)/Indoor (3200 K)  
1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250,  
1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000,  
1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (NTSC)  
1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215,  
1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750, 1/2500,  
1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10000 second (PAL)  
Auto/Manual  
0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB  
1 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB gain  
530 TV lines  
180,000 dot Black & White LCD  
Horizontal Resolution: 500 TV lines  
48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit  
48 kHz/16-bit, 32 kHz/12-bit, 32 kHz/16-bit, 44.1 kHz/16-bit  
Dynamic Speaker, φ20 mm  
Hybrid, 2.5-inch, 211, 200 dots (960 x 220)  
Approx. 28.2 mm/sec (DVCAM mode)  
Approx. 18.8 mm/sec (DV SP mode)  
S-Video IN/OUT  
Audio IN  
Luminance signal: 1 Vp-p, 75 , unbalanced  
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL)  
XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu, 3 k, +4 dBu, 10 kΩ  
(0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms)  
i.LINK*7 (DV IN/OUT) 4-pin x 1  
Exposure  
Gain  
Minimum Illumination  
Horizontal Resolution  
Viewfinder  
LANC  
Headphone  
External DC IN  
Stereo mini jack (2.5 mm) x 1  
Stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) x 1  
8.4 V for AC-L15 AC adaptor  
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)  
Operating Temperature  
Storage Temperature  
Power Requirements  
Power Consumption  
-4 to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C)  
DC 7.2 V (Battery), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor)  
Rec. with LCD viewfinder only: 4.7 W  
Rec. with LCD monitor only: 5.4 W  
Rec. with LCD viewfinder and LCD monitor: 5.7 W  
Playback on LCD: 4.1 W  
Audio Signal Rec.  
Playback  
Built-in Speaker  
LCD  
Tape Speed  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
4 3/4 x 7 1/8 x 15 1/2 inches (118 x 180 x 393 mm)  
(camcorder only)  
5 1/4 x 7 1/8 x 18 inches (133 x 180 x 456 mm)  
including microphone  
Maximum Recording Time 40 minutes (DVCAM mode)  
60 minutes (DV SP mode)  
Weight  
Supplied Accessories  
Approx. 3 lb 6 oz (1.6 kg) (camcorder only)  
AC-L15 AC Adaptor  
Video Signal  
EIA Standard, NTSC color system (DSR-PD170)  
CCIR Standard, PAL color system (DSR-PD170P)  
ECM-NV1 Electret Condenser Microphone  
NP-F570 InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack  
VCL-HG0758 Wide Conversion Lens  
LSF-S58 Lens Hood for Wide Conversion Lens and Hood Cap  
Lens Hood with Built-in Lens Cap  
RMT-811 Remote Commander and R6 Batteries (x2)  
Carrying Belt  
i.LINK Cable Strap  
Stereo AV Cable  
*7 i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394  
connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the  
documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connector for information on compatibility operating  
conditions and proper connection. For information on any device having an i.LINK connection contact nearest  
Sony office.  
4 3/4 (11)  
5 1/4 (133)  
15 1/2 (393)  
18 (456)  
Unit: inches (mm)  
01  
INTRODUCTION  
A
“handy”  
addition  
to the DVCAMcamcorder family  
– The  
DSR-PD170  
The DSR-PD170*1 is a 1/3-inch type 3CCD Digital Camcorder that uses the DVCAM format. Like its predecessor,  
the market acclaimed DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 addresses a broad spectrum of applications - from  
video journalism, wedding and event videography, corporate and training productions, up to broadcast  
newsgathering - areas where picture quality, reliability, and mobility are prime concerns. In addition to inheriting  
all the attractive features of the DSR-PD150/PD150P, the DSR-PD170 offers a range of enhancements for further  
improved audio and video quality and operability, and adds new accessories to meet even more diverse shooting  
scenarios. The DSR-PD170 is designed to become a “handy” tool for professional shooting in a wide range of  
applications.  
*1 Two models of the DSR-PD170 are available: the DSR-PD170 for NTSC and the DSR-PD170P for PAL.  
DSR-PD170  
Optional Accessories  
Some of the following accessories may not be available in certain countries. For details, please contact your nearest Sony office.  
2NP-F970  
InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery Pack  
AC-V700A  
AC Adaptor/Charger  
VCL-HG1758  
Tele Conversion Lens 1.7x  
LC-PD170TH  
Hard Carrying Case for  
DSR-PD170/PD170P  
LC-PD150BP  
Soft Carrying Case for  
DSR-PD170/PD170P  
MSH-32/64/128/128S2  
IC Recording Media Memory Stick  
UWP-C1  
UHF Synthesized Wireless Microphone  
Package  
ECM-670/672/678  
VMC-IL4408A/IL4415/IL4435  
(4-pin to 4-pin, 0.8 m/1.5 m/3.5 m)  
i.LINK Cable  
VMC-IL4615/IL4635  
(4-pin to 6-pin, 1.5 m/3.5 m)  
i.LINK Cable  
Electret Condenser Microphone  
(CAC-12 Camera Microphone Holder  
is required)  
PDVM-12ME/22ME/32ME/40ME  
Digital Videocassette (Mini size)  
PDVM-12N/22N/32N/40N  
Digital Videocassette (Non-IC type/Mini size)  
PDVM-32MEM/40MEM  
Digital Videocassette (Master tape/Mini size)  
PDVM-12CL  
Cleaning Cassette Tape (Mini size)  
©2005 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.  
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.  
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.  
Sony, Advanced HAD, DVCAM, i.LINK, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick, and  
SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony.  
Sony Electronics Inc.  
1 Sony Drive  
Park Ridge, NJ 07656  
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MK10072V2  
Printed in U.S.A. 3/05  

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