Sony 530P User Manual

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1-1 Features

In the same way, the output from external DV devices 
(VTRs, nonlinear editors, etc.) can be input to this unit and 
recorded on Professional Discs.

 2)

DV-compliant nonlinear editors may also be connected.

1) In the case of the PDW-530/530P, DV stream output is also possible when 

the unit is set to IMX recording mode. Audio data is recorded after 
conversion according to the specifications of this unit.

2) In the case of the PDW-530/530P, this is possible only when the unit is set 

to DVCAM recording mode.

Computer access to files (File Access Mode)
Use of application software

 1)

 which supports the XDCAM 

series

 

enables random access to video, audio, and metadata 

files on Professional Discs, with the ability to display file 
lists and perform file-based reads and writes.
Files can be transferred at high speed, and thumbnail lists 
of disc contents can be viewed on computer screens.

1) Such software includes the supplied PDZ-1 Proxy Browsing Software and 

the XPRI series.

By connecting an optional RM-B150/B750 or similar 
remote control unit, you can control the shooting functions 
of this unit externally.

• Installing the optional CBK-SD01 SDI Output Board 

enables SDI signal output from the VIDEO OUT 
connectors.

• By installing the optional CBK-SC01 Analog Composite 

Input Board, a composite video signal input to the 
GENLOCK connector can be recorded on this unit.

• An extension connector can be attached to the battery 

attachment on the rear panel, to allow various camera 
adapters to be fitted.

The optional CBK-NC01 Network Adaptor can be 
installed on this unit to enable connections to computers 
and networks. This makes it possible to transfer files at 
high speeds, and to display of lists of the video, audio, and 
metadata files stored on Professional Discs. Workflows 
can be improved by the ability to use FTP commands to 
transfer files to remote locations over networks. 

• There is more space around the rear panel connectors 

than on previous models, making cable connections and 
switch operations easier.

• The adjustment range of the shoulder pad in the front to 

rear direction is increased, making it easier to ensure 
proper balance when using the unit.

The side of the unit has an LCD that can be switched to 
show the following images and data.
• Status information, including audio level meters and 

time code

• Thumbnails of the video recorded on the Professional 

Disc

• A playback image of the video recorded on the 

Professional Disc

• The  camera  image

Even when this unit is powered off, the time code, 
remaining disc capacity, battery capacity, and other status 
information appears on the monochrome LCD. (This 
requires either a battery or a DC power supply connected.)

Two switches provided on the side panel and on the top of 
the grip, respectively, can be assigned to any functions, by 
a menu operation.
Furthermore, the TURBO GAIN button can also be used as 
an assignable switch.

If a fault is detected on the optical disc drive, or if the disc 
or battery capacity is low, notication is provided by 
warning indicators and audible alarms.

Adjustment of a color monitor or external audio device is 
easy. Color bars for an SNG 

1) 

uplink are also provided.

1) SNG: Satellite News Gathering

In addition to the front to rear and left to right directions, 
the viewfinder can be adjusted vertically in two steps.

The SNMP-compliant Sony Remote Maintenance and 
Monitoring Software can be used when the optional CBK-
NC01 Network Adaptor is installed on this unit. Via a 
TCP/IP network connection, this software can monitor the 
hardware status of this unit in real time and record 
monitoring logs. This allows you to analyze the problem 
immediately and take the necessary steps whenever a 
hardware failure is detected.

1) To be supported shortly.