Sony MSW-900 Camcorder User Manual


 
Dual optical filters
The MSW-900 is equipped with dual optical
filters for Color Correction (CC) and Neutral
Density (ND) for flexible color and exposure
control. The CC filters are CROSS, 3200K,
4300K, and 6300K while the ND filters are
CLEAR, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, and 1/64ND.
Assignable function
Functions frequently used in the field can be
assigned to a push button and a simple slide
switch, allowing the operator to make rapid
changes under field conditions. The following
functions can be assigned.
Two-channel audio output
A two-channel audio line output is available
from the 5-pin XLR connector on the rear of the
camcorder. This provides two analog audio
output channels, which are selectable between
either Channel-1/2 or Channel-3/4.
Camera control via 8-pin
remote connector
An optional remote control unit,
the Sony RM-B150, makes it
possible to remotely control the
camcorder’s basic functions via
its 8-pin remote connector.
User-friendly controls
Two important aspects of the user-friendly operation of the MSW-900
are its carefully designed menu structure and the ergonomic design of
the camcorder body.
The menu can be displayed in either of two ways, as a user menu or
sub-menu based system. The user menu can be customized by
operators for the fastest access to the menus they frequently use.
The sub-menu based menu makes all menus accessible, each of which
is categorized into groups such as paint, file and maintenance. This
structure makes it possible to access any menu quickly, eliminating the
need to seek a desired menu from the entire list of menus. Individual
operators are able to choose the menu presentation that they feel
comfortable to use.
The elegant body design has been carefully determined to incorporate
the experience gained from two decades of camcorder operations.
Previous operators of any Sony Betacam camcorder series will
immediately feel comfortable and at home with the MSW-900.
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Memory Stick
to store
High-quality
audio record-
Intelligent
light system
An optional
portable light can
be directly
attached to the
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*Lens, battery and WRR-855A/855B are optional.
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MSDW-902,
SDI output board
MSDW-903,
Picture cache board
MSDW-904,
Analog composite input board
CA-701,
Camcorder adaptor
CA-702/702P,
Camcorder adaptor
CA-755/755P,
Camcorder adaptor
BVF-VC10W, 1.35-inch 16:9
color viewfinder
BVF-55/55CE,
5-inch B/W viewfinder
BKW-401,
Viewfinder rotation bracket
RM-B150,
Remote control unit
CCU-550A/550AP, Camera
control unit for CA-755/755P
AC-550/550CE, AC adaptor AC-DN2B, AC adaptor BP-L60A/L90A, Battery pack BP-M50/M100, Battery pack
BC-M50, Battery charger for
BP-L60A/L90A/M50/M100
BC-L120, Battery charger for
BP-L60A/L90A
VCT-14, Tripod adaptor BCT-6MX/12MX/22MX/32MX/
60MX, MPEG IMX tapes
MSA-8A/16A/32A/64A,
Memory Stick
WRR-855A/855B, Wireless
microphone receiver
WRR-862A/862B, Dual
diversity microphone receiver
CCXA-53, Audio cable
A wide variety of accessories are available to greatly increase the versatility and operational performance
of the MSW-900, making it suitable for many different applications. Three types of plug-in boards,
camera adaptors to add various interfaces, a compact remote controller, several types of viewfinders and
a range of audio accessories are all available. The available plug-in boards are the SDI output board
MSDW-902, the picture cache board MSDW-903, and the analog composite input board MSDW-904.
In addition to the supplied 2-inch viewfinder, 1.35-inch 16:9 color and 1.5-inch B/W types are offered as
options. Three types of camera adaptors are available: the CA-701 for SDI output and four-channel audio
input, CA-702/702P for external SDI input and 26-pin connection with portable VTRs, and
CA-755/755P for use with camera control units (CCU) via a triax connector.
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1-547-341-12, Fog-proof filter
A-8262-537-A, Viewfinder Eye-piece (High magnification)
A-8262-538-A, Viewfinder Eye-piece (Low magnification)
• Push button: off, loop record on/off, test out
character on/off, marker on/off, re-take, ATW,
return video, lens return, record switch, turbo switch
• Slide switch: off, loop record on/off, test out
character on/off, marker on/off, cam/ext
HKDW-704, GPS unit
A-8267-737-A, Viewfinder Eye-piece (Standard magnification
with special compensation for aberrations)
A-8314-798-A, Viewfinder Eye-piece (high performance, x3)
X-3608-271-1, Standard viewfinder lens
A-8278-057-A, Mounting bracket for WRR-862A/862B
A wide range of optional accessoriesOperational versatility