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 Ω 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 Ω, unbalanced
Chrominance signal: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p (PAL)
XLR 3-pin female x 2, 327 mV, -60 dBu, 3 kΩ, +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 DVCAM™ camcorder 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)
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